Prop R is a $150 million, no-tax-rate increase on the April 2 ballot that will support building equity across elementary schools, much-needed middle school renovations, safety upgrades ...

In early 2023, the district told schools it was cutting funding for many existing arts teaching jobs. If schools wanted to keep their arts teacher, they would have to use Prop. 28 funds.

Russ Sperling, director of visual and performing arts for San Diego Unified School District, speaks about Prop 28 at UC San Diego Park and Market in downtown San Diego on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022.

A “yes” on Prop. 2 authorizes $10 billion in general obligation bonds for repair, upgrade and construction of facilities at K–12 public schools (including charter schools), community ...

For example, the matching money could increase up to 55% for new construction and 65% for renovation projects. And more very small school districts could apply for additional state funding.

"It’s a prop because actors operate it," says David Coonan, 42, an English teacher at Malverne's Howard T. Herber Middle School who directed the Aug. 16 show.

Prop A will provide funds to attract and retain more teachers to support student outcomes, manage discipline, and maintain current class sizes. "Teachers face rising health insurance premiums ...

For example, 3 in 4 public schools in New York City have at least one full-time arts teacher. Low-income students of color are most impacted in our state.