Klickitat County Special Election: School Levies Pass, Voter Turnout at 43%
On February 14th, 2023, Klickitat County held a special election. The ballot included four school levies including Trout Lake School District # 400, White Salmon School District # 405-17 Propositions 1 and 2, and Lyle School District # 406 which all appear to have been passed by Klickitat County voters according to the uncertified results.
Lyle School District Proposes Replacement Levy at Lowest Tax Rate in Years
The Lyle School District is asking voters to approve a three-year replacement levy that would maintain current funding levels while reducing the proposed rate per $1,000. The levy, which would be in effect from 2024 to 2026, would fund staff positions, athletics, music, art, classroom supplies, coaches, and bus service outside of what the state funds.
Former Lyle School District Superintendent Sentenced
Former Lyle School District Superintendent Andrew Kelly was sentenced Wednesday in White Salmon on five-year-old DUI and Reckless Endangerment charges.
Local Schools Respond to Texas School Shooting
Communities and School Districts across the nation are reeling from the tragic Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde, Texas Tuesday, May 24th, 2022. Schools throughout the Columbia River Gorge released statements today acknowledging the tragedy, and reminding parents, teachers, and staff of safety protocols.
Lyle School District Announces New Last Day of the 2021-2022 School Year, New Student Registration Dates and more
Lyle School District has announced a new last day of school, pre-k and kindergarten round-ups, and new student registration dates.
Community Partners Ensure Happy Holidays for Lyle School’s Families
Two long-term community partners have once again teamed up with Lyle School to give students and their families a happy holiday.
Lyle School Board Enters Negotiations with DNR for Dallesport Building
Almost a year after putting the old Dallesport Elementary building on the market, Lyle School District received two offers within a few weeks to purchase it for the full asking price of $1.6 million.
Marc Harvey Joins Lyle School District Board of Directors
After living for the past 40 years in the mid-Columbia Gorge and serving on multiple non-profit boards, Marc Harvey is joining the Lyle School District Board of Directors.
Lyle School Seeks Candidates for School Board Opening
The Lyle School District Board of Directors is seeking a district resident to fill an at-large position on the board, which was vacated by Lisa Bren on July 28. The appointee will serve through the next general election in 2023, and may file for election to the position. Applications due by September 17th.