To continue improving student achievement, the Jefferson Elementary School District Board of Education has placed a $68 parcel tax on the November 8, 2016 ballot. The JESD is one of the lowest funded elementary school districts in San Mateo County. Funding from Measure T could be used to:
*Attract, retain and train highly qualified teachers
*Protect core academics in math, science, technology, rea
ding and writing
*Maintain dedicated reading instruction for
struggling students
*Expand hands-on science programs
*Keep schools safe, clean and well maintained
*Protect after school and summer school programs to keep students engaged in positive activities and on the right track
All money raised by this measure would be controlled locally and could not be taken away by Sacramento
Independent citizens’ oversight and annual audits would be required to ensure the money is spent as promised
No funds could be used to pay administrators’ salaries or benefits
Senior citizen homeowners would be eligible for an exemption
The measure would expire in 9 years and could not be renewed without voter approval