EV aid far-reaching

The East Valley School District’s maintenance and operations replacement levy: What do you know about it? Do you know that it funds programs that benefit my children’s education and growth, and perhaps your children or grandchildren as well?

On the EVSD.org website, under the tab “Levy Information,” there is a breakdown of the expenses of this levy and a complete list of the programs that would be lost. This district has been one that has never lost levy dollars, and I would hate to see that happen now.

Not only do these programs educate, but fulfill outside needs of children involved. Can you imagine a football game without cheerleaders or marching band or necessary equipment? Music without instruments? A library without books? Higher-level learners without Advanced Placement classes?

These and more would be lost if the levy fails. Our family does not want this to happen. My children love orchestra, band, football, soccer, basketball, library and even the challenging advanced placement classes.

I want my children to excel and be the best they can be. I want my school district to do the same. I anticipate voters would want children to flourish, with activities they can be proud of.

Tonya Plunkett

Spokane Valley