Episode Details

“You’re voting about the kids and the services are for them. You’re not voting about Wyeth Jessee or the school board. You’re voting literally for resources and supports. That money goes straight to services for kids — regardless of who’s sitting in these roles.”

Superintendent Wyeth Jessee sits down to walk through the upcoming Shelton School District levy and what it means for students, staff, and the wider community. With ballots arriving in mid-January and the vote set for February 10, this conversation focuses on the facts—what the levy funds, what happens if it fails, and why timing matters more than many people realize.

Jessee addresses common questions and misconceptions he’s hearing across the community, including concerns about student behavior, district finances, and accountability. He explains how levy dollars support nurses, counselors, librarians, para-educators, athletics, activities, and day-to-day school operations that go beyond what the state fully funds.

The discussion also outlines the real consequences of a failed levy, including staffing reductions, program cuts, and the tight timelines districts face when planning budgets. Jessee emphasizes that levy votes are about services for students—regardless of who sits in leadership roles—and encourages residents to seek accurate information, tour schools, and engage directly with district leadership and the school board.

This is a straightforward, informative conversation designed to help voters make an informed decision.

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