A Better Plan for Highline
A NO for Now vote isn't a rejection of our students—it's a demand for a better, smaller, and more accountable plan.
What does a Better Bond Plan for Highline look like?
- Complete comprehensive site and traffic studies for the usage of the Salmon Creek site, for Cascade Middle, first. Provide updated information including actual cost on the next bond.
- Publish binding project scopes and timelines.
- Account for State and Port funding.
- Present smaller and phased alternatives (i.e. Place the remodel or rebuild of Chinook on another bond).
- Guarantee independent public oversight.
- Ensure all remodels and rebuilds provide equitable access to basic student resources such as libraries, appropriately sized gyms and fully functional kitchens.
- Restore direct school board oversight over academics and spending.
What does a Better Levy Plan for Highline look like?
- Set clear, age-appropriate proposals on technology use by grade band.
- Audit all existing and proposed technology education contracts.
- Establish districtwide device policies for personal cell phones and school issued devices.
- Phase out 1:1 device policies in elementary and middle school.
- Unbundle basic operational infrastructure and data security so that critical systems are fully funded.
- Restore direct school board oversight over academics and spending.