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The local replacement levy is used to restore, sustain, and enhance curriculum, technology, staffing, and other program costs that the state does not fund.
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The replacement levy on the February ballot takes the place of the existing levy expiring this year, it is not a new tax. Even with the passage of the replacement levy, school funding tax rates will still be lower than they were in 2017 - 2019.
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All buses are on normal routes this afternoon.
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Every school district in Cowlitz Co will have a levy on the Feb 11 ballot. Here's why:
https://tdn.com/news/local/feb-election-all-cowlitz-school-districts-will-run-replacement-levies/article_2287990a-0015-5737-bf34-ea50dbcef745.html#tracking-source=home-top-story-1
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Every school district in Cowlitz Co will have a levy on the Feb 11 ballot. Here's why:
https://tdn.com/news/local/feb-election-all-cowlitz-school-districts-will-run-replacement-levies/article_2287990a-0015-5737-bf34-ea50dbcef745.html#tracking-source=home-top-story-1
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We are very excited to announce the winning design for the mascot of Lexington Elementary. Meet Lex, drawn by Chris Erickson, IT Support Specialist.Lex is friendly, strong and confident—just like our students. #wearekelso
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We're very excited to announce the winning design for the mascot of Lexington Elementary. Meet Lex, drawn by Chris Erickson, IT Support Specialist. Lex is friendly, strong and confident—just like our students. #wearekelso
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We're excited about our new website and mobile app!
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