Local levy dollars cover the difference between the funding provided by the state and federal government, and the true cost of operating our school district. In 2022, voters in the Issaquah School District approved three levy measures to help continue funding for programs and positions not fully paid for by the state, such as school…

The EP&O Levy on the February ballot supports student well-being. From robotics to music to school sports , clubs and extracurriculars, students thrive when they have opportunities to explore their interests and connect with peers. Some examples of how levy funding has been used to fund staff and programs that supportstudent safety, mental health and…

There’s a gap between what the state funds and what ISD students need. Local voter-approved levies help bridge that gap by supporting staffing, special education, mental health supports, athletics and activities, technology, transportation, enrichment programs, and more. The EP&O Levy alone provides 16.6% of the district’s general fund, representing a strong community commitment to local…

Trees fell on top of two schools in Issaquah last November. Repairs are still underway and the district is also taking notes for the next storm. https://www.facebook.com/watch?v=1593402784990411

As Election Day comes to a close, VIS wants to extend our gratitude to everyone who participated and engaged in our community’s democratic process. VIS and our district are already preparing for a February special election, when voters will consider three renewal levies. These renewals simply maintain the local support that keeps our schools strong…

We temporarily interrupt your summer break to remind you YOUR VOICE MATTERS! Please consider applying for the 2026 Levy Advisory Committee to prepare for the upcoming ISD replacement levies in February 2026. Such an important time to be informed and get involved in shaping our local funding landscape. More information including dates of committee meetings…

Let’s talk about: TAKING ACTION Or better yet, let’s just do it. Our timeline is dwindling. We NEED your yes vote to pass this bond, we need your neighbors, we need your friends. Reminder: To pass a bond it requires 60% yes vote and a minimum turnout of 40% of voters casting ballots in the…

Ballots due February 11!! #volunteersforissaquahschools #supportissaquahstudents #supportissaquahschools#yesforissaquahschools #votevis

Superintendent Heather Tow-Yick and Chief of Finance and Operations Martin Turney announced last year that the district is establishing a Capital Projects Oversight Committee for all projects. In the fall, Tow-Yick reiterated that the committee would happen regardless of the outcome of the November bond.This week, we launched the application process for the Capital Projects…