Voters Approve All 3 Levy Renewal Proposals

Dear Issaquah families, staff and community,

We are pleased to share that the final February 10 election results show all three of our renewal levies were approved by voters. The election results were officially certified by King County on February 20, 2026.

We are deeply grateful to our families and community for supporting our students and schools. We especially thank the 2026 Levy Advisory Committee for helping shape a student-centered package that reflects community priorities, recommended by me and fully endorsed by the School Board. We also want to recognize the Volunteers for Issaquah Schools citizens committee for sharing accurate information, encouraging voter turnout and advocating for every student.

During the campaign, our staff presented more than 60 information sessions to families and community members, some neutral and some in support of the levies, so attendees could learn more and ask thoughtful questions. Staff also placed lawn signs across the district, as in past elections, to remind the community that these levies support funding for students, teachers and programs. Much of this work occurred outside normal working hours and was led by dedicated district and school leaders and support staff.

We are very thankful to our PTSAs and other community partners, including the Issaquah School Foundation, the Greater Issaquah Chamber of Commerce, Issaquah City Council, local elected officials, Rotary clubs, Kiwanis, local businesses and faith-based organizations, for helping create engagement opportunities that allowed families to learn about these essential funding measures.

These renewed levies support essential classroom services, sustain student programs and ensure safe, effective learning environments for every student. We are committed to transparency and will provide periodic updates on how levy funds are used. We recognize the importance of sharing accurate information and remaining united, and we rely on your help to make this possible. Families, staff and community members play a critical role, and we encourage you to stay engaged through Board meetings, advisory committees and our weekly e-newsletter bulletins.

Looking ahead, our focus remains on serving the unique needs of every student, maintaining high-quality programs and raising performance while reducing achievement gaps. Costs for staffing, goods and services continue to rise faster than projected funding increases. Additional challenges include lower birth rates, high housing costs and an aging population that is less likely to move. These factors affect enrollment projections and building use, particularly in the early grades. Despite these challenges, we remain optimistic and will continue improving and promoting our high-quality programs and schools to families across our region.

Thank you for your partnership and trust as we continue working together to ensure every student learns, grows and thrives.

Sincerely,
 

Heather Tow-Yick
Superintendent