Two new flyers issued to help educate others: From the district – just three things to remember:  Three Things to Remember Another flyer built from original information in half page format: Basic Information

SCHOOLS: Don’t falter on commitment to future JON ZURFLUH; Univeristy Place Last updated: January 17th, 2010 12:30 AM (PST) It was encouraging to read The News Tribune editorial (1-13) supporting school levies throughout the region. As a graduate, employee and recently returned parent to the University Place School District, I can enthusiastically echo the comments [...]

Evergreen PTSA on Tuesday (January 12) unanimously passed a resolution in support of the UPSD M&O Levy. Molly Bodhaine Co-President Evergreen PTSA

The 28th Legislative District Democratic Organization formally and fully endorses the University Place School District Levy to be presented to the voters on February 9, 2010. We have notified our voting members who reside in the City of University Place and have asked for their vote and financial support. We are also extremely pleased that [...]

Just in from Curtis High School and Curtis Junior High: On Monday, January 11, 2010, the CHS/CJHS PTSA unanimously passed a resolution in support of the Replacement Maintenance and Operations Levy for University Place School District on February 9, 2010.  It is the hope of the PTSA that the community will overwhelmingly support this ballot [...]

The Tacoma News Tribune should be applauded for their article this morning that capably explains the importance of the upcoming levy vote.  With this morning’s paper, they have joined forces with Citizens Committees like this one in supporting the passage of this crucial bit of sustaining financial support for schools in dire economic times.  They [...]

Q. What is Levy equalization? UPSD should receive $1.38 million in levy equalization funding in 2010. Levy equalization comes from the state to reduce the total tax burden on property owners for school districts that have an average assessed property valuation per pupil that is lower than the statewide average. Implemented in 1989, levy equalization [...]

Our committee and interested others are set to meet on Tuesday, January 12, at 7:00 p.m. We’ll gather at the University Place Presbyterian Church and there will be plenty of opportunity to get information and sign up for areas where you can help.  The campaign is set to jump into high gear.  Your assistance is [...]

Below, please find the link to the original letter circulated to U. P. Citizens in order to get the initial word out to everyone.  The U.P. District Dialog should be in your mailboxes today and this letter highlights the work in the few weeks ahead. Click here –> First Letter Please plan to join us [...]

This is a general informational post – we’ll add something new every couple of days – on details relative to the Levy.  Check back often for Q & A updates. Q: What would the loss of levy equalization (LEA) mean to the University Place School District? UPSD should receive $1.38 million in levy equalization funding [...]