What happens if Prop A FAILS?

In short, if voters do not approve Prop A, the district will have to make significant budget cuts across the board, which could impact the quality of education, resources, and opportunities available to students and staff.

In 2020 voters did not approve a similar measure. World languages were cut and a popular college readiness program called AVID was also cut. Teachers lost their jobs and were forced to reapply for jobs at other schools. Some fled to other districts. Important classroom staff such as paraprofessionals and assistant positions were cut altogether.

If Prop A does not pass, the Board of Trustees will consider the following measures to balance the budget.

Freeze on Hiring Administration hiring will stop entirely, and hiring in other areas will also be put on hold, which may lead to understaffed departments and classrooms.

Pause on Raises Teachers and support staff will not receive any planned raises, which could affect staff retention and morale, potentially leading to higher turnover and less experienced personnel over time.

Larger Class Sizes Class sizes would increase across all grade levels, meaning students may receive less individualized attention, and teachers would face a heavier workload. Also behavior problems are magnified in larger classes.

Staffing Adjustments Ratios used to determine staffing based on student enrollment would be reevaluated, possibly resulting in fewer staff being available to support students directly.

Fees for Non-Core Activities Non-core programs, such as clubs or electives, might require student fees, potentially limiting access for some families.

Limited Bus Access The criteria for busing services would be modified, which could affect which students qualify for school transportation. Parents could be forced to pay for bus transportation.

Cuts in Athletics and Fine Arts Opportunities and events in athletics and fine arts could be reduced, affecting students' extracurricular activities, performances, and competitions.