The latest from the YES campaign

SACRAMENTO, CA - The California State Parent Teacher Association (California State PTA),which  reaches millions of parents and families through members, coalitions and partnerships, has announced their endorsement of Proposition 2.  

“California State PTA is a proud supporter of Proposition 2 because it directly aligns with our mission to positively impact the lives of children and families,” said Shereen Walter, President, California State PTA. “This measure is essential to improving school facilities across the state to give students better learning environments so they can thrive in the classroom and beyond.”

Because many schools were built decades ago, they have become unsafe and face serious structural challenges that put students and teachers in danger. Prop 2 will help make essential updates to schools – to fix leaking roofs, malfunctioning bathrooms, and to remove or replace asbestos, mold, lead paint and lead pipes. The measure will ensure:

• Safe drinking water in schools

• Updates to old and potentially unsafe electrical wiring

• Replacements for outdated smoke and fire alarms

• Seismic retrofitting for earthquakes  

• Installation of HVAC systems to provide air-conditioning
  

“The California Teachers Association welcomes the California State PTA as a member of our 200+ growing coalition because together, we can help pass Prop 2,” said Jeff Good, Executive Director, California Teachers Association. “Prop 2 will make the most urgent repairs and upgrades in our local public schools by authorizing a $10 billion investment – without raising any taxes or fees – to make sure our students are safe and ready to learn.”

Specifically, Prop 2 will Fund:

• $4 billion for the upgrade and repair of local public schools

• 3.3 billion for new construction of public-school facilities

• $600 million for public charter school facilities

• $600 million for career technical education classrooms and job training centers

• $1.5 billion for local community colleges