Feedback about the Washougal Schools levies

As you’re likely aware, our recent school levies did not pass. We are gathering feedback from our patrons to better understand the results of the failed levies. We are also gathering any other information or ideas you would like to share. This information will be shared with the school board as they process next steps. 


Ideas shared will also help shape our district budget and help prioritize cuts.  Without funding provided by the levies, the district would need to cut about 18% of the budget, and would be unable to fund:
  • Programs like sports, clubs, visual and performing arts productions
  • Staff that lower class sizes, additional counselors, health and safety staff, building and district leadership, secretaries, librarians, technical support
  • Services like food service, transportation, technology replacement, facility maintenance and repairs

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* 1. What is your role with Washougal School District (Check all that apply)?

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* 2. Without funding provided by the levies, we will be unable to fund programs and staff beyond the state funded level. Of these which are the most important priorities as we consider needed cuts?

  Not important Somewhat important Important Very important Most important
Staffing and Student Learning: Additional teachers for lower class sizes, art & music, PE, Advanced Placement, Highly Capable program, Special Education support, professional development and training, substitute teachers, English Language Learner support
Health and Safety: Security staff, counselors, nurses, high school resource officers
Operations and Maintenance: Custodians, grounds & building maintenance, fuel, vehicles maintenance, utility costs, tech support
Athletics and activities: Sports programs, coaches & club advisors, competitions, performing arts, extra-curricular activities, transportation to events
Instructional support: Librarians, secretaries, paraeducators, textbooks, curriculum

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* 3. What other considerations should be kept in mind as we plan for budget cuts?

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* 4. What other concerns would you like to share about the school levies?

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* 5. What additional suggestions do you have if the board were to run the levies again?

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