Standing before a crowd of community leaders, residents, families and students at the Yesler Community Center, city leaders unveiled a sweeping six-year implementation plan for the Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise (FEPP) Levy. Approved by 80% of voters, the initiative aims to reshape access to childcare, nutrition, education and career readiness across Seattle.
The “Every Child Ready” initiative represents a $1.3 billion commitment to support Seattle residents from birth through college or career entry.
Dr. Dwane Chappelle, director of the Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning, opened the event by framing the overwhelming voter support as more than a mandate, calling it a call to action for the city’s future…