Hockinson resident Tisha Leibfried urges area residents to support the Hockinson school levy

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Strong schools are the foundation of a healthy community and a strong future. I strongly support the upcoming Hockinson replacement levy and encourage our community to do the same.

This measure is not new funding — it replaces an existing levy that is essential to maintaining the quality and stability of our schools. The replacement levy funds vital services that directly support students every day, including support staff, reasonable class sizes, and resources that help teachers meet the diverse academic and social needs of their classrooms.

The levy also helps sustain extracurricular programs such as band, athletics, and other activities that are central to a well-rounded education. These programs teach discipline, teamwork, leadership, and resilience — skills that extend far beyond the classroom. As a parent of a band student and athlete, I see the positive impact these programs have on student engagement and confidence. As the wife of the middle school wrestling coach, I also see the dedication educators bring to supporting students outside regular school hours.

Strong schools benefit the entire community, not just families with children currently enrolled. Communities with high-quality schools tend to maintain stronger property values, attract families, and promote long-term stability. Supporting this replacement levy is an investment in Hockinson’s future while ensuring we continue to meet the needs of our students today.

Without this replacement levy, we risk losing staff, programs, and opportunities that make Hockinson schools strong. A vote in favor of this levy is a vote for our kids, our educators, and our community as a whole.

I urge voters to support the Hockinson replacement levy.

Tisha Leibfried
Hockinson

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