Sedro-Woolley School District Levy Passes After Close Vote

The four-year replacement levy will provide funding for teachers, nurses, technology, and other essential school operations.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Sedro-Woolley School District's replacement Educational Programs and Operations Levy has passed after a close vote. The levy, which was failing by a narrow margin earlier in the week, is now passing by 119 votes. The four-year levy will provide $15.9 million to $17.3 million annually to fund teachers, nurses, paraeducators, campus safety, technology, athletics, arts, libraries, and student transportation.

Why it matters

The passage of this levy is crucial for the Sedro-Woolley School District, as it helps cover costs that are not fully funded by the state. This allows the district to maintain smaller class sizes and offer a wider range of course options for students. The levy's approval also impacts four other Skagit County school districts, whose own replacement levies were also approved by voters.

The details

The Sedro-Woolley School District's replacement Educational Programs and Operations Levy was initially failing by a narrow margin, but has now passed with 3,507 votes in favor and 3,388 against. The levy will provide funding for 27 additional teaching positions beyond what the state covers, allowing for smaller class sizes and more course options. The levy rate is estimated to be $2.50 per $1,000 of assessed property value.

The levy results were updated on Thursday, February 14, 2026, after the Skagit County Elections Department counted 1,828 additional ballots.
The levy will be in effect for four years, from 2027 to 2030.

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