VOTE YES:
Prop 1&2
2/10/26

Name: Bellevue Quality Schools
Address: PO Box 1153, Bellevue, WA, 98009, US
Telephone: 425-405-0430

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Why I support Bellevue Quality Schools:

“I support the levies because I believe every student deserves equal access to the arts, athletics, world languages and modern technology." - Lauren Houchin, Phantom Lake PTA co-President

Please Renew Our Commitment
by Voting "Yes" on Prop. 1 & 2!

Our nationally-ranked schools are the pride of our community. They create lifelong learners and innovators, as well as prepare our students for success in the workplace and life.

Every four years, voters in Bellevue School District renew two crucial levies. These levies provide funding for basic education and student services not funded by the state.

These measures are not new taxes or tax increases. They simply sustain the commitment we've made to our students.

Proposition 1
Education & Operations Levy

Every student needs support to succeed. Your vote to renew Proposition 1 helps provide basic funding for classroom instruction, academic support, and student health services, including:

The vast majority of school nurses and counselors
Special education
Advanced Placement (AP)
Science, Tech, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education
Seventh-period classes and tutorial at middle school and high schools
Middle school world languages
Orchestra, band, music, and art in elementary schools
Athletics
After-school activities

Photo © Bellevue School District

Photo © Bellevue School District

Proposition 2
Technology & Capital Projects Levy

Technology is crucial for our students' success — in today's classroom and tomorrow's workplace. The Technology & Capital Levy helps ensure that Bellevue students have safe and modern schools by providing:

A computer or tablet for every student
Software maintenance and updates
Access to new technologies and software to support student learning
Technology instruction for teachers and students

The Technology Levy also covers important maintenance and updates for our school facilities, including:

Large-scale facilities improvements like carpeting, roofing, heating, and cooling systems
Updating and maintaining fields and athletic facilities
Repairs and basic maintenance to our school buildings

Bellevue Quality Schools Donors

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Community Legacy Leaders

Bellevue PTSA Council

Chinook Middle School PTSA

Sammamish High School PTSA

Education
Visionary

$500+

Dr. Kelly Aramaki - BSD Superintendent

Mendi Carroll

Steven Miller - Past BSD Board Member

$499-$100

Future Ready
Champion

Alicia & Jonathan Kallay - BSD Teacher

Amanda DePalma

Carolyn Watson - BSD School Board Member

Chelsea Lientz

David Jensen - BSD Teacher

Emilie Castle

Holly Harris

Joel Ingraham

John Harrison - BSD Leadership

Kimberley Mcclanahan - BSD Teacher

Kristi Schwesinger

Lari Larimer

Marta Trilles - Past BSD Board Member

Phil Block - BSD School Board Member

Stephanie Parkins

Stuart Reynolds

$100 -

Learning
Leader

Amber Anderson - BSD Teacher

Catherine Snyder

Janine Thorn - BSD Leadership

Tara Jones - BSD Teacher

Tracy Mayclin - BSD Board Member - Elect

Community Partners & Leadership Team

Emilie Castle

President & Co-Chair

Mendi Carroll

Co-Treasurer

Jill Rock

Committee Member

Mark Wilbert

Committee Member

Joel Ingraham

Co-Treasurer

Jack McLeod

Committee Member

About US

Bellevue Quality Schools is the non-profit, volunteer organization whose sole purpose is to support the levies and bonds required to keep our school among the very best in the state.

We are parents, educators, neighbors, and community members, and we’d love for you to join us.

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Bellevue Quality Schools
PO Box 1153
Bellevue, WA 98009
425-405-0430
info@bellevuequalityschools.org

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News & School Funding Information

Superintendent’s Blog: The Best Schools in the Nation

Sep 14 2023 Dear Bellevue School District Community, What an amazing start to the 2023-24 school year. On the first day of school, I hopped on the school bus to pick up students near Crossroads and drop them off at Stevenson Elementary . I ate breakfast with students, including one who was so excited to show me her brand-new Little Mermaid backpack. Stevenson (along with Lake Hills and Sherwood Forest ) is able to provide free breakfast and lunch for every student for the

Advancing Student Learning and Achievement: BSD Educators Earn National Board Certification

May 7 2025 The Bellevue School District is proud to announce and honor the 39 educators who completed or renewed their National Board Certification this winter. They join more than 300 Bellevue School District educators who are board-certified, continuing BSD’s legacy as a National Board Accomplished District, with greater than 40% of teachers achieving this distinguished certification. Thank you, educators, for your dedication and for making the Bellevue School District a a

Bellevue School District Named 2026 Best School District in Washington

Oct 2 2025 The Bellevue School District is proud to announce that for the third year in a row, we have been named the #1 School District in Washington by Niche ! This outstanding recognition highlights our commitment to fostering a beloved community built on academic excellence, innovative learning opportunities, and an environment where all students can belong, learn and lead for our future world. Receiving this distinction again is just — awesome! We have the most...

Meet the Washington superintendents who want to make K-12 education funding more equitable

ALEXANDER BANKS Yakima Herald-Republic Oct 14, 2025 Many Washington school districts, wealthy and low-income, are struggling financially. Trevor Greene and Kelly Aramaki are bringing superintendents from around the state together to advocate for more equitable funding. "I'm in my third year as a superintendent. One of the first challenges that I faced was just public education funding," said Aramaki, who oversees Bellevue School District. "When I came in as superintendent my

Working Together for Fair School Funding in Bellevue

Oct 14 2025 A summary of the Yakima Herald-Republic 10/14 article by Alexander Banks Bellevue School District, like many other school districts in Washington, is facing challenging financial times. We currently have a budget deficit and are under special state financial oversight called “binding conditions.” Superintendent Kelly Aramaki and other leaders across the state recognize that the current funding system for schools isn’t equitable for all. Currently, schools derive a

Enrollment is Up and Our Financial Recovery is Accelerating

Oct 23 2025 Even though the days are getting cloudier and rainy days are back in the forecast, we are excited to share some positive news about increasing enrollment in BSD, an improved financial outlook, a welcomed decision on the middle school consolidation conversation, and ultimately the power of tackling challenges together. Celebrating Enrollment and Our Growing Community While birthrates and enrollment are down across Washington, BSD is going against the trend. Our

Bellevue School District Levy Renewals on February 10, 2026, Ballot

Oct 23 2025 Bellevue, Wash. — October 23, 2025— Bellevue School District is asking our community to consider renewing two existing levies that fund programs, staff, and services for students. These are renewals of current levies — not new taxes — and they help bridge the gap between what the state provides and what our schools need to operate. The Educational Programs and Operations (EP&O) Levy and the Technology and Capital Projects Levy are renewed every four years. Togeth

VOTE YES: Prop 1&2 2/10/26

Photos: © Bellevue School District

Please Renew Our Commitment by Voting "Yes" on Prop. 1 & 2!

Proposition 1 Education & Operations Levy

Photo © Bellevue School District

Photo © Bellevue School District

Proposition 2 Technology & Capital Projects Levy

Bellevue Quality Schools Donors

Community Legacy Leaders

Education Visionary

$500+

$499-$100

Future Ready Champion

$100 -

Learning Leader

Community Partners & Leadership Team

Emilie Castle

Mendi Carroll

Jill Rock

Mark Wilbert

Joel Ingraham

Jack McLeod

About US

Bellevue Quality Schools PO Box 1153 Bellevue, WA 98009 425-405-0430 info@bellevuequalityschools.org

Share Us on Social Media

News & School Funding Information

Superintendent’s Blog: The Best Schools in the Nation

Advancing Student Learning and Achievement: BSD Educators Earn National Board Certification

Bellevue School District Named 2026 Best School District in Washington

Meet the Washington superintendents who want to make K-12 education funding more equitable

Working Together for Fair School Funding in Bellevue

Enrollment is Up and Our Financial Recovery is Accelerating

Bellevue School District Levy Renewals on February 10, 2026, Ballot

Photo © Bellevue School District

VOTE YES:
Prop 1&2
2/10/26

Please Renew Our Commitment
by Voting "Yes" on Prop. 1 & 2!

Proposition 1
Education & Operations Levy

Proposition 2
Technology & Capital Projects Levy

Education
Visionary

Future Ready
Champion

Learning
Leader

Bellevue Quality Schools
PO Box 1153
Bellevue, WA 98009
425-405-0430
info@bellevuequalityschools.org