2023 Tech Levy Renewal

Technology is essential to each and every student. It allows students to learn at their own pace and enables teachers to personalize learning for students. 

Teaching and learning

• Up-to-date technology devices for all students and staff 
• Instructional software and online resources
• Interactive classroom equipment 
• Student and family communication tools

Safety

• School safety and security systems 
• Cybersecurity and student data privacy

Support

• Staff training, troubleshooting and repairs 
• Network infrastructure and reliable internet environment

A technology levy, also known as a capital projects levy, is a locally-approved source of funding. It helps pay for technology-related needs, including:

• Student iPads and staff computers
• Educational software and interactive classroom equipment
• District communication tools and security systems
• Essential technology training and support for students and staff

The State of Minnesota does not dedicate funds for technology in our schools. Districts must rely on voter-approved levies. Thanks to strong community support, Wayzata Public Schools currently has two technology levies in place. 

We have two tech levies in place. One expires in November 2025 and one expire in November 2029. School districts can put a levy request on the ballot up to five years before it goes into effect. We want to ensure that we are able to maintain our current level of funding, so we are asking voters to renew that tech levy that expires in 2025 now.

We will not be able to:

• Replace aging classroom technology equipment and student devices.
• Maintain the technology support that staff and students rely on every day in our schools.