February 12, 2026
Dear Hockinson Community:
As of the latest ballot count, HSD's School Programs & Operations Renewal Levy continues to pass with 56% voter approval.
On behalf of our students, staff, and School Board, I want to thank you for your continued support and trust.
I believe Hockinson's schools really are the heart of this community. Our schools bring neighbors together at community events, from Fun Days and Blueberry Festival to performances like music concerts, plays, and musicals, to athletic games and tournaments. School and club service activities beautify our community and support our families. Most importantly, our schools educate the next generation of leaders, problem solvers, and citizens.
Your support will help to sustain the school programs, services, and opportunities that make a difference in the lives of young people in our community every day.
Official election results will be certified on February 20.
With gratitude and optimism,
Steve Marshall
Superintendent
February 10, 2026
Dear HSD Community:
I am pleased to share that the Hockinson School Programs & Operations Renewal Levy is currently passing in tonight’s election. Levies require 50% plus one voter approval to pass and we are currently at 56%.
While we await the next ballot count, I want to thank the Hockinson community for its support of our students, staff, and schools. I am very grateful that, in spite of the financial pressures facing households today, our residents see the value of high-quality public schools.
I also want our families and residents to know that since our last SP&O Levy in 2022, our building leaders and staff have worked very, very hard to make sure that Hockinson’s schools are stable, student-centered, and successful. The stability has come from planning and teamwork and the focus on our students is something shared by our educators and families. As a result, Hockinson’s students have contributed to the creation of safe, positive school cultures and, with the expertise and support of our teachers, advisors, coaches, and all classified staff, they’ve reached new heights in academic achievement and extracurricular activities. You can check out the HSD Data Dashboard here.
Financial concerns were raised by some community members throughout this election. I want our voters to understand that frugality and accountability are extremely important to both me and the School Board. The HSD ran this levy well below the state’s maximum, reflecting our commitment to careful stewardship of local taxpayer dollars. We will continue to stretch every dollar by actively pursuing grant funding and managing costs responsibly. That focus on efficiency is reflected in the most recent OSPI data (2024-25), which shows HSD has the second-lowest per-pupil spending of any K-12 school district in Clark County. You can view a summary of comparative data for the past three school years here.
If approved, the levy renewal will continue funding for school support staff and student programs including art, music, AP and elective classes, sports, after school clubs, textbook replacements, technology replacements, building maintenance, security staff, school nurses, and classroom positions that keep class sizes small. I assure you that our staff and students will make the most of these services, resources, and opportunities.
As Benjamin Franklin once said, “An investment in knowledge pays the highest interest.” On behalf of our students and staff, I want to again thank you for investing in the education of our students and making it possible to continue the 155-year tradition of Hockinson’s schools through 2030.