Why are the levies needed? On the March 11 ballot, voters will be asked to renew two levies that are expiring: a four-year operations levy and a four-year technology levy. These essential levies will continue funding for about 20% of the district’s budget. Your yes votes mean funding for educational basics, not extras:   competitive salaries and benefits to help recruit and keep talented staff textbooks science kits arts library books advanced placement and honors courses English language learners highly capable learners special education school bus transportation utilities training safety resources school nurses drug/alcohol prevention and intervention computers software telephone system wireless		"We all play a role in preparing our community's children for the future. Local levy support is critical to provide teachers with essential technology for student learning." Mariann Clausen, parent