We all benefit from a strong school system

America is known as a land of opportunity and equality for everyone, with public schools at the heart of America. However, public schools are not always supported and get the blame for a lot of the problems happening in our country. I ask you to imagine what our country would be like without our public school system. There would be no doctors, police officers, lawmakers, teachers, grocers, builders, or any other professions to contribute to our society. We all benefit from public education, whether it is directly or indirectly, and voting “no” on the levy would just harm everyone in the community. Paying a small amount more in taxes each month is worth having a more competent doctor when you get sick or having an expert repairman come and be able to fix your heating in the winter. The simple fact is that the benefits are worth the costs.

I graduated from Sandpoint High School last year and I am currently attending Gonzaga University. I am in the honors program and I am majoring in mathematics and education. I received a wonderful education from this school district. My life would be very different if I didn’t get this good education and I believe this is the same for everyone. Everyone should get the chance to receive the best education possible. As a community we must support our public schools and our future generations. As a community we must vote yes for the levy on Feb. 24.

JILL JACOBS

Sagle