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27,262 (76.87%) YES  

8,203 (23.13%) NO

Thank you for your support!

Welcome to the Friends of Education Website. 

 

We represent growing number of your friends and neighbors who think educating ALL of our children is important and who support the Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD) May 3rd special education millage renewal to benefit children.

 

Did you know that nearly 7,000—or almost one in seven—students in Washtenaw County receive some kind of special education service? 

 

For more than 35 years, special education has made dramatic differences in the lives of children with disabilities, helping them become productive citizens in our community.   But, with the continued decline of state funding and property tax revenue, we’re concerned about maintaining these educational support programs.

 

That’s why we are urging a “YES” vote on the May 3rd WISD millage renewal for 0.985 mill for seven years to provide the special education services that are needed by our children to become productive members of our community as adults.

 

At this website, you will find links to more information about this important issue.

 

You’ll also learn how you can make a donation and get involved. 

 

But the most important thing you can do is vote “YES” for our Kids on Tuesday, May 3, 2011.

 

Remember:  Our Kids are our Future.