The proposed $5.6 billion withholding from Proposition 98 isn’t just a number; it translates into real reductions in school funding, averaging about $909 per student statewide. The form linked below is designed to help school leaders clearly demonstrate what that means on the ground: fewer programs, reduced staffing, and diminished support for students. By capturing district-specific impacts (for example, cuts to intervention services, expanded learning, or student wellness supports), we can move this conversation beyond abstract budget figures and into real-world consequences for students and communities.
Advocacy on this issue is critical. Legislators regularly hear from statewide organizations, but what resonates most are concrete, local examples from the communities they represent. This tool helps you tell that story with clarity, consistency, and impact.
We encourage members to use this form to prepare for meetings with their legislators. It can serve as a one-pager, a talking-point guide, or a leave-behind that clearly outlines how the proposed withholding would affect your district. The more we collectively illustrate the local impact, the stronger our case becomes for protecting Proposition 98 funding and ensuring schools have the resources they need to serve students.
Sample Form Response
