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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:
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The vast majority of school nurses and counselors
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Special education
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Advanced Placement (AP)
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Science, Tech, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education
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Seventh-period classes and tutorial at middle school and high schools
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Middle school world languages
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Orchestra, band, music, and art in elementary schools
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Athletics
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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:
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A computer or tablet for every student
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Software maintenance and updates
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Access to new technologies and software to support student learning
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Technology instruction for teachers and students
The Technology Levy also covers important maintenance and updates for our school facilities, including:
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Large-scale facilities improvements like carpeting, roofing, heating, and cooling systems
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Updating and maintaining fields and athletic facilities
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Repairs and basic maintenance to our school buildings
Endorsements - Prop 1 & 2
Bellevue Schools Foundation Endorsement
"The Bellevue Schools Foundation proudly endorses the renewal of the Educational Programs and Operations Levy and the Technology and Capital Projects Levy. These two levies are essential to sustain strong academic programs, critical student supports, and safe, well-maintained school facilities across the Bellevue School District. State funding alone does not fully cover the resources our students need to thrive, making local levy support vital. Renewing these levies on February 10 is an investment in educational excellence and the future of our Bellevue community."
The Bellevue Chamber of Commerce
Approve - Bellevue School District Levy Renewal
(Proposition 1 Education & Operations Levy)
Approve - Bellevue School District Levy Renewal
(Proposition 2 Technology & Capital Projects Levy)
Bellevue Downtown Association Position of Support
"The Bellevue Downtown Association supports the renewal of the Bellevue School District’s Educational Programs and Operations Levy and Technology and Capital Projects Levy on the February 10, 2026, ballot. High-performing public schools are fundamental to Bellevue’s economic vitality, workforce readiness, and long-term competitiveness. These renewal levies are not new taxes; they replace expiring levies and help maintain essential educational programs, technology, and safe learning environments that benefit the entire community."
City of Bellevue Council
"THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELLEVUE, WASHINGTON, DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: Resolution No. 10579 2 Section 1. The City Council of the City of Bellevue declares its support of Bellevue School District No. 405 Proposition No. 1 and Proposition No.2. Passed by the City Council this 27th day of 2026..."
Bellevue School District Board
"Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.555, the Board, after due consideration, and being fully informed and advised, hereby expresses its strong support for passage of the EPO Levy Ballot Proposition." "Pursuant to RCW 42.17A.555, the Board, after due consideration, and being fully informed and advised, hereby expresses its strong support for passage of the Capital Levy Ballot Proposition."
Vandana Slatter - 48th District WA State Senator
Approve - Bellevue School District Levy Renewal
(Proposition 1 Education & Operations Levy)
Approve - Bellevue School District Levy Renewal
(Proposition 2 Technology & Capital Projects Levy)
My-Linh Thai - 41st District WA State Representative
41st District WA State Representative - "Our students thrive thanks to our community’s support. Now they’re counting on us to vote “Yes” and renew Prop 1 for student success!" "Voting “Yes” maintains a stable tax rate while continuing to fund the capital projects and technology that our students need to succeed."
Janice Zahn - 41st District WA State Representative
Approve - Bellevue School District Levy Renewal
(Proposition 1 Education & Operations Levy)
Approve - Bellevue School District Levy Renewal
(Proposition 2 Technology & Capital Projects Levy)
Lynne Robinson - Bellevue City Council Member
"Our students thrive thanks to our community’s support. Now they’re counting on us to vote “Yes” and renew Prop 1 for student success!" "Voting “Yes” maintains a stable tax rate while continuing to fund the capital projects and technology that our students need to succeed."
Tim Motts - CEO of Bellevue Boys and Girls Club
"Our students thrive thanks to our community’s support. Now they’re counting on us to vote “Yes” and renew Prop 1 for student success!" "Voting “Yes” maintains a stable tax rate while continuing to fund the capital projects and technology that our students need to succeed."
48st Democrats 2026 Endorsements
Approve - Bellevue School District Levy Renewal
(Proposition 1 Education & Operations Levy)
Approve - Bellevue School District Levy Renewal
(Proposition 2 Technology & Capital Projects Levy)
41st Democrats 2026 Endorsements
Approve - Bellevue School District Levy Renewal
(Proposition 1 Education & Operations Levy)
Approve - Bellevue School District Levy Renewal
(Proposition 2 Technology & Capital Projects Levy)
Laura Bustamante - Medina City Council Member
"I support Bellevue Quality Schools because I believe an education is a key building block to living a successful life and that all students deserve access to quality education. These levies renew our commitment as a community to maintaining current funding for services, programs, and staff and comprise 24% of the general operating budget. Let's continue to vote for our children!"
Rainier Athletes
"Rainier Athletes supports the renewal of the Bellevue School District’s Educational Programs and Operations Levy and Technology and Capital Projects Levy on the February 10, 2026 ballot. We support the levy because it protects essential classes and staffing levels in our schools. When fewer classes are offered and fewer professional staff are available to students, all students are negatively impacted—especially those from historically marginalized populations."
Bellevue Education Association
Approve - Bellevue School District Levy Renewal
(Proposition 1 Education & Operations Levy)
Approve - Bellevue School District Levy Renewal
(Proposition 2 Technology & Capital Projects Levy)
Bellevue Quality Schools Donors
Bellevue Quality Schools Donors
Education
Visionary
$500+
Chris DeLeone
Dr. Kelly Aramaki - BSD Superintendent
John Harrison - BSD Leadership
Mendi Carroll
Steven Miller - Past BSD Board Member
Susan Thomas - BSD Principal
$499-$100
Future Ready
Champion
Alicia & Jonathan Kallay - BSD Teacher
Amanda DePalma
April Jia
Carolyn Watson - BSD School Board Member
Chelsea Lientz
David Jensen - BSD Teacher
Dusty Steere - BSD Principal
Emilie Castle
Holly Harris
Joe Potts - BSD Principal
Joel Ingraham
Kimberley Mcclanahan - BSD Teacher
Kristi Schwesinger
Lari Larimer
Marta Trilles - Past BSD Board Member
Megan Russell
Paul Estes
Pei En Ma
Phil Bloch - BSD School Board Member
Stephanie Gampper
Stephanie Parkins
Stuart Reynolds
Thomas Duenwald - BSD Admin
Tracy Mayclin - BSD Board Member
$100 -
Learning
Leader
Lily Yin
Amber Anderson - BSD Teacher
Catherine Snyder
Janine Thorn - BSD Leadership
Robert Valaas - BSD Teacher
Tara Jones - BSD Teacher
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
Bellevue Quality Schools
PO Box 1153
Bellevue, WA 98009
425-405-0430
info@bellevuequalityschools.org
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