2024 Issaquah School District (ISD) BondWhats Next?

The Issaquah School District's recent bond measure, aimed at raising $642. 3 million for school modernization and construction, did not achieve the required 60% supermajority in the November election. This outcome has prompted a reassessment of strategies to address pressing educational needs, particularly student safety and overcrowding in high schools. The district is actively seeking community feedback to explore various contingency plans, including reconfiguring existing schools to accommodate ninth graders, adjusting school boundaries, and potentially introducing double shifts at high schools to better distribute student populations. Additionally, the district is offering semester-long online learning opportunities for high school students at no cost, with approaching enrollment deadlines.

Events organized by ParentWiser aim to support families with expert insights on parenting, while informal gatherings with school principals provide opportunities for community members to engage directly with school leadership. These initiatives reflect the district's commitment to collaboration and transparency in addressing educational challenges, demonstrating a proactive approach to improving educational outcomes and fostering a supportive environment for students and families.