Sedro-Woolley School District

The Sedro-Woolley School District has begun the search for its next Superintendent and invites families, staff, and community members to share their perspectives.

Join us for a Superintendent Search Community Forum to talk about what’s working well in our schools, what challenges we should be mindful of, and what matters most in our next Superintendent.

🗓 Tuesday, February 3, 2026
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Sedro-Woolley High School Auditorium
➡️ Enter through the 4th Street entrance (labeled Union High School with white columns)

Your voice matters. Join the conversation.

🔗 Learn more:
https://www.swsd.k12.wa.us/page/swsd-superintendent-search

In February, Sedro-Woolley voters will see two replacement levy measures on the ballot. These levies replace existing levies that are expiring and help fund important parts of our schools that the state does not fully pay for.

In Washington state, levies are called replacement or renewal levies when they replace expiring levies. While rates may change, the levy replaces an existing voter-approved levy rather than adding an additional levy.

🗳️ What’s on the Ballot
On February 10, 2026, voters will decide on two levy measures:

• Proposition 1: Educational Programs & Operations (EPO) Levy
Funds day-to-day school operations that state funding does not fully cover, including teachers, paraeducators, nurses, counselors, extracurriculars and athletics.

• Proposition 2: Educational Facility Maintenance, Technology & Safety Levy
Supports building upkeep, technology replacement, safety improvements and other facility needs to keep schools safe and operational.

💡 Why These Levies Matter
State funding pays for basic education, but local levies help fill funding gaps so schools can continue to provide the range of services families expect. Without voter-approved levies, funding for some programs and staff could be reduced.

📊 Levy Facts at a Glance

Proposition 1 – Educational Programs & Operations (EPO) Levy
• Helps pay for staff such as teachers, paraeducators, nurses, psychologists, custodians, safety staff and more
• Pays for athletics, clubs and activities that the state does not fund

Proposition 2 – Educational Facility Maintenance, Technology & Safety Levy
• Pays for building maintenance work such as roof and infrastructure repairs
• Supports technology updates and safety improvements

Rate Information (2027 Examples)
Proposition 1 (EPO Levy)
For 2027, the EPO levy is structured at a rate of $2.49 per $1,000 of assessed property value.

The current rate of collection for the EPO levy is approximately $2.15 per $1,000. For a home valued at $600,000, the current annual property taxes from the EPO levy are approximately $1,290 per year (about $107.50 per month).

At the proposed 2027 rate of $2.49 per $1,000, a $600,000 home would pay approximately $1,494 per year (about $124.50 per month).

This represents an increase of approximately $204 per year, or about $17 more per month, for 2027.

Please note: In 2022, voters approved an Educational Programs & Operations levy with a maximum rate of $2.50 per $1,000 of assessed value. As property values increase, the rate of collection declines, which is why the district is currently collecting approximately $2.15 per $1,000. The proposed 2027 rate reflects a return closer to the voter-approved amount to account for inflationary cost increases since 2022.

Proposition 2 (Educational Facility Maintenance, Technology & Safety Levy)
The Educational Facility Maintenance, Technology & Safety Levy has an estimated 2027 rate of approximately $0.42 per $1,000.

For a $600,000 home, the current levy rate of approximately $0.41 per $1,000 results in an annual cost of about $246 per year.

At a $0.42 rate, the estimated annual cost would be approximately $252 per year in 2027.

This represents an increase of approximately $6 per year, or about $0.50 per month, in 2027.

Please note: levy tax rates typically decline as property values increase, as the district may only collect up to the total levy amount approved by voters.

🏠 Senior and Disability Tax Relief
Washington offers property-tax exemption and deferral programs for qualifying seniors and people with disabilities. More information is available through Skagit County Assessor resources.

If you are not registered to vote or need to update your address, you can do so through VoteWA.gov or the Skagit County Elections Office.

🔎 Want More Information?
Visit the Sedro-Woolley School District levy webpages:
https://www.swsd.k12.wa.us/page/replacement-levy-information

See initiatives funded by the 2021–2026 Capital Project Levy:
https://www.swsd.k12.wa.us/page/capital-levy-information

This information is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to advocate for or against any ballot measure.

Families of secondary students (State Street High School and Sedro-Woolley High School) are invited to Family Engagement Night: Supporting Your Secondary Student.

Join us TONIGHT to learn more about school tools, activities, communication, and ways to support learning at home.

📍 Sedro-Woolley High School Cafeteria
🕕 6:00 p.m.
🍽️ Food and refreshments provided

🔬✨ Students at Clear Lake Elementary School had an exciting, hands-on learning experience this week as the Pacific Science Center staff rolled in with interactive activities that made math, science, and problem-solving fun and engaging. 🔬✨

From puzzles and patterns to probability, spatial reasoning, and real-world applications, students explored how science and math connect to everyday life through interactive exhibits and classroom workshops designed to spark curiosity and critical thinking. Learning wasn’t just something they watched—it was something they did.

Thank you to the parent groups who helped make this memorable experience possible and to our Clear Lake students for bringing their curiosity and enthusiasm!

🚍 We’re hiring school bus drivers and motor pool (van) drivers!

Our drivers help keep students safe, on time, and ready to learn every day. Paid training is provided, and part-time hours make this a great fit for parents, retirees, and community members.

👉 Apply here: https://sedrowoolleywa.sites.thrillshare.com/o/swsd/page/job-postings

📞 Questions? 360-855-3882

Mark your calendars! Families of secondary students are invited to Family Engagement Night: Supporting Your Secondary Student.

Join us on January 21 to learn more about school tools, activities, communication, and ways to support learning at home.

🤝 January 21
📍 Sedro-Woolley High School Cafeteria
🕕 6:00 p.m.
🍽️ Food and refreshments provided