"Let's give every child and every family a chance for success in Seattle schools."
-Mayor Greg Nickels
The Mayor's proposed $103 million Families and Education Levy sets a new direction for Seattle's children and their families, focusing upon five major areas:
Early Learning The proposed levy gives more children a fighting chance when they enter kindergarten by providing preschool programs for an additional 400 kids each year. School-readiness is key to academic success.
Student Health Health problems can create barriers to learning, so the proposal levy supports school-based health centers -- a practical way to address student health needs.
Out-of-School Time The proposed levy supports academically focused after-school programs for middle-school students who aren't working at grade level so that they do.
Family Support and Family Involvement Helping families overcome difficulties makes them better able to meet their children's developmental needs so their kids succeed in school.
High-Risk Middle- and High-School Youth Some children need special attention to reduce delinquent behavior and develop positive future goals, thereby increasing academic success.
