Seattle Public Schools – Levy Renewals

Ballots for the levy renewals are due to King County Elections by 8PM on Tuesday, February 11th. Visit the SPS website to learn more about the Levies.

Why do schools need levies?  State, local, and federal dollars fund school districts. There continues to be a disparity between what the state funds for education and what it costs Seattle Public Schools to serve our students. So, every three years, the district asks voters to consider renewing expiring levies.

The district is asking voters to consider renewing two levies in the Feb. 11th election.

Proposition 1 – The Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) Levy continues funding for areas like student transportation, support staff, meals, special education, and student opportunities like athletics, music, and art.

Proposition 2 – The Building Excellence VI (BEX VI) Levy focuses on maintaining and improving school facilities. It funds renovation, repair and replacement of schools, as well as repairs to roofs, HVAC systems, and playgrounds. The capital levy also funds 90 percent of the district’s technology budget.

Ballots must be postmarked by Feb. 11, 2025, or placed in a ballot dropbox before 8 p.m. on that date.