Evergreen teacher Rebecca Brown urges support for Evergreen school levies

Editor’s note: Opinions expressed in this letter to the editor are those of the author alone and do not reflect the editorial position of ClarkCountyToday.com

As a teacher in Evergreen Public Schools, I witness daily the profound impact our community’s support has on our students. On February 11, 2025, voters are asked to consider two replacement levies: the Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) Levy and the Safety, Security & Technology Capital (SSTC) Levy. These are not new taxes but continuations of existing levies set to expire at the end of 2025.

The EP&O Levy funds essential staff positions, including teachers, counselors, and security personnel, and supports extracurricular activities such as athletics, music, and theater. It also provides resources for special education, multilingual learners, and highly capable programs.

The SSTC Levy ensures our students and staff have up-to-date technology and safe learning environments. It covers student and staff devices, online curriculum, emergency response systems, and cybersecurity measures.

Without these levies, we risk significant cuts to programs and services that are vital to our students’ education and well-being. I urge our community to vote YES on both levies by February 11. Let’s continue investing in the success and safety of our students.

Rebecca Brown, MEd, NBCT
Camas

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