We’re proud to have broad support in our community for Proposition-419 and Proposition-420

The Mesa Alliance for Educational Excellence is a coalition of community leaders, business owners, and long-time residents representing generations of Mesa Public Schools graduates. We recognize that strong schools build strong communities – they are the primary reason we have enjoyed such a safe, family-friendly community for generations.

We need to continue to invest in our schools to ensure they have the competitive education necessary to maintain our quality of life. That is why we are asking you to vote Yes on Proposition 419 and 420 this November. Vote YES on both items to:

• Repair and modernize aging school facilities

• Improve school safety and essential infrastructure

• Support student learning and career preparation

• Promote fiscal responsibility

Many of our schools are now well over 40 years old and in need of repairs and improvements. Together, these propositions protect our students and schools: Proposition 419 provides essential funding to meet the needs of a 21st century education, while Proposition 420 gives the district the vital flexibility to manage, lease, or sell land assets.  

These are smart, transparent proposals that will invest in our schools while protecting taxpayers. Join us in voting YES.  Learn more at YesForMesaSchools.org

MESA ALLIANCE FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE

EDUCATION DRIVES ECONOMIC SUCCESS

Dear Voters,

For more than a century, the Mesa Chamber of Commerce has worked to support local businesses, strengthen our economy, and promote the long-term success of our community. We understand that a healthy business climate depends on many factors, but few are more important than a high-quality public education system.

Mesa Public Schools plays a vital role in preparing the next generation of employees, entrepreneurs, skilled tradespeople, and community leaders. Employers depend on a reliable pipeline of talented, well-prepared individuals, and that pipeline begins in our neighborhood schools.

Propositions 419 and 420 will help Mesa Public Schools continue providing the facilities that support high-quality education and economic opportunity. These measures reflect the kind of long-term planning that helps Mesa continue attracting families, employers, and new investment.

The Mesa Chamber of Commerce is proud to support Propositions 419 and 420 because a thriving business community begins with an outstanding public education system.

Please join the Mesa Chamber of Commerce in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

Sincerely,

MESA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Dear Voters,

For more than 50 years, the United Mesa Fire Fighters Association has proudly served the residents and businesses of Mesa. Every day, we respond when our community needs us most, and we understand the importance of creating safe environments where families can live, work, and learn.

Firefighters rely on well-maintained equipment, dependable facilities, and preparation to do our jobs safely and effectively. Students, families, and educators rely on our schools to demonstrate that same commitment to safety and readiness.

Propositions 419 and 420 will help Mesa Public Schools improve campus safety and security, modernize aging facilities, and replace outdated infrastructure so students, teachers, and staff can learn and work in safe, dependable schools.

As firefighters, we know that protecting our community means more than responding to emergencies – it also means taking practical steps that help keep people safe every day. That is why the United Mesa Fire Fighters Association proudly supports Propositions 419 and 420.

Please join us in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

UNITED MESA FIRE FIGHTERS

Mesa's visitor economy depends on people. Every hotel, restaurant, attraction, and event succeeds because of a talented workforce that delivers exceptional experiences. That workforce begins in our schools.

 Visit Mesa is proud to partner with Mesa Public Schools to help students explore careers in hospitality, tourism, and customer service through career pathways and real-world learning opportunities. We have seen firsthand how these experiences prepare students for meaningful employment while helping local businesses develop the next generation of skilled professionals.

To continue creating these opportunities, students need safe, modern schools that support hands-on learning and Career and Technical Education. These proposals will invest in updated facilities, improved safety, and learning environments that help students build the skills employers need.

Strong schools strengthen our workforce, our local economy, and our community. We are proud to support Mesa Public Schools and encourage our fellow business and community leaders to join us in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

VISIT MESA

PROTECTING OUR INVESTMENT

As Mayor, I believe every public dollar should be invested wisely, transparently, and with a clear purpose. That same expectation should apply whenever voters are asked to support our schools.

For more than a century, our schools has helped educate generations of students and has earned a reputation as among the best in the state. Maintaining schools of that caliber requires thoughtful planning, responsible financial management, and a commitment to preserving the public facilities that serve students, families, and our community.

Proposition 419 provides funding to modernize and improve schools that have served Mesa families for decades.  These improvements are wise investments that are necessary to ensure Mesa’s schools will continue to be schools we can all be proud of. Proposition 420 provides our school district with the resources necessary to meet ongoing educational needs in the coming years in a prudent and fiscally responsible way.  

Mesa has earned a reputation for thoughtful leadership and careful financial management. Supporting Propositions 419 and 420 reflects those same values by preserving important school facilities and making prudent use of public resources.

I encourage you to join me in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

Sincerely,

MARK FREEMAN
Mayor, City of Mesa

Dear Voters,

I've always believed local government works best when it focuses on the basics: keeping people safe, planning responsibly, and taking care of the infrastructure our community depends on. Our public schools are an important part of that responsibility.

Many Mesa Public Schools campuses are now more than 40 years old and require significant repairs and modernization. Proposition 419 provides the resources to address those essential needs by improving school facilities, enhancing campus safety, upgrading technology, and supporting career and technical education. Proposition 420 complements that effort by allowing the district to responsibly manage underutilized district properties and reinvest those resources where they will have the greatest impact for students.

Throughout my time on the Mesa City Council, I've worked to attract quality employers, create better-paying jobs, and position Mesa for long-term success. Economic opportunity begins long before someone applies for a job. It begins in our classrooms. Supporting Propositions 419 and 420 is a practical investment in the educational foundation that prepares tomorrow's workforce and strengthens Mesa's economy. 

I encourage you to join me in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420. 

Sincerely,


SCOTT SOMERS
Vice Mayor, City of Mesa

For more than a century, Mesa Public Schools has helped shape generations of students, and I am proud to be one of them. I attended Hawthorne Elementary (now Hughes), Kino Junior High, and graduated from Westwood High School in 1976. I'll always be a proud Westwood Warrior.

When I think back on those years, I remember the teachers who helped shape my life. Mr. Robertson brought history to life by sharing stories of his service aboard a submarine during World War II. Mr. Coleman taught respect, responsibility, and Mesa's pioneer history. Coach Jolly challenged us to always give our best, and Mr. Conover helped me overcome my struggles with algebra.

I would not be the person I am today without those fine teachers and the school district that supported them. My story is just one of generations of Mesa students whose lives have been shaped by dedicated educators.  The strength of our community is in the quality of our schools

I want today's students, and the generations that follow, to have the same opportunities and access to quality education that I was fortunate to receive. Please join me in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

Sincerely, 

COUNCILMEMBER RICH ADAMS
Mesa City Council, District-1

Dear Voters,

Mesa is a community that takes pride in its public schools. They help attract families, support local businesses, and contribute to the quality of life that makes people proud to call Mesa home.

I am a proud graduate of Mesa High School – I know firsthand the quality education that Mesa Public Schools provides students to help them succeed in life, in business, and in their community. At the same time, I also know many of our campuses have served generations of families and now need important repairs and modernization to continue meeting today's needs.

Proposition 419 will invest in improving and preserving those school facilities, while Proposition 420 gives the district additional flexibility to generate funding from district-owned administrative properties and reinvest those resources where they're needed most.

Supporting our schools is about preparing Mesa for the future while preserving one of the community's greatest strengths.

Please join me in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

JENN DUFF
Mesa City Council

Dear Voters,

Mesa Public Schools earned its reputation for excellence through the dedication of outstanding teachers, staff, families, and community partners. We were honored to help lead that work.

During our years as Superintendents, we saw outstanding teachers inspire students in every classroom. We also recognized that a high-quality educational environment requires schools, classrooms, technology and facilities that are safe, well maintained, and equipped to support today's learning.

Every day, dedicated educators help students discover their talents, overcome challenges, and prepare for successful futures.  In turn, quality schools uplift entire neighborhoods and foster a sense of pride, opportunity, and connection within the community.

Proposition 419 will help modernize aging schools, improve safety, and preserve facilities that have served Mesa families for generations. Proposition 420 provides the district with additional flexibility to manage and repurpose selected administrative properties in ways that strengthen its support of students and schools.

We believe these measures will help Mesa Public Schools build on its tradition of excellence and continue serving our community for generations to come.

Please join us in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

MIKE COWAN
DEB DUVALL
JIM ZAHARIS
Former Superintendents, Mesa Public Schools

Serving as Superintendent of Mesa Public Schools was one of the greatest honors of my career. I learned that preparing students for successful futures requires exceptional teachers, strong academic programs and learning environments that are safe, welcoming, and designed to support opportunities every student deserves.

The Mesa Public Schools Promise is to know every student by name, serve them by their strengths and needs, and ensure they graduate ready for college, career, and community. Delivering on that promise means investing in both people and the places where teaching and learning happen every day.

Proposition 419 is an investment in Mesa's future. It will improve aging schools, strengthen campus safety, modernize classrooms, and expand learning spaces that prepare students for high-demand careers. Proposition 420 will provide greater flexibility to responsibly manage district property and reinvest those resources where they have the greatest impact on students.

By investing in our schools today, we are strengthening the future of Mesa and reaffirming our commitment to delivering on the Mesa Public Schools Promise. We encourage our community to join us in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

ANDI AND TED FOURLIS

I am writing to show my support for Mesa Public Schools and to encourage my fellow Mesa residents to vote Yes on Propositions 419 and 420 - two reasonable measures that will not increase our tax rate but will allow the District to fund critical repairs and improvements that keep our community strong, safe and thriving.

Our family put six children through Mesa Public Schools. They all attended Emerson, Carson and Westwood High School. The excellent education they received prepared them for fulfilling lives. I am a retired attorney in the area, and my wife is a retired educator, so our passion for excellent education and community engagement is strong, as is our commitment to our faith and to service. I hope you’ll join the Udall family in voting yes on Propositions 419 and 420!

DAVID UDALL

After spending decades working to strengthen the East Valley economy, I've learned that no investment produces greater long-term returns than investing in education.

When businesses decide where to expand or relocate, they look beyond available land and infrastructure. They ask a more important question: *Will this community provide the skilled workforce we need to succeed?* That workforce begins in our public schools.

Mesa Public Schools has earned a reputation for preparing students for college, career and technical education, apprenticeships, military service, and meaningful careers. Those students become the engineers, healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, skilled tradespeople, and business leaders who drive our local economy.

To remain competitive, our schools must reflect today's educational and workforce needs.

Proposition 419 will modernize aging school facilities, improve safety and infrastructure, and strengthen Career and Technical Education programs that prepare students for high-demand careers.

Proposition 420 will give Mesa Public Schools greater flexibility to responsibly manage selected district-owned properties and reinvest those resources into school facilities and educational needs.

These measures strengthen Mesa's workforce, support local businesses, and help keep our community economically competitive. A strong economy depends on strong schools. I encourage you to join me in voting **YES** on Propositions 419 and 420.

ROC ARNETT

I attended Mesa Public Schools and my children did too. Some even sat in the same classrooms I once sat in. Our schools are aging. Many are over 50 years old. Deferred maintenance has created a significant backlog of needs. Roofs, air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical systems all need attention. It's not glamorous, but it is necessary and essential. 

The schools are an important part of each neighborhood. Their maintenance directly affects the value of our properties, the quality of the neighborhoods, and the health of the community around them.

Please join me in voting for safer schools and stronger neighborhoods by voting yes on 419 and 420.

BETH FARNSWORTH COONS

Dear Voters,

Communities are known by what they choose to invest in. Safe, healthy, and well-maintained schools send a powerful message about the value we place on our children, our neighborhoods, and our future.

During my years serving on the Mesa City Council, I saw firsthand how quality schools contribute to a stronger community. They help attract employers, support a well-educated workforce, strengthen neighborhoods, and enhance the quality of life that has made Mesa such a wonderful place to call home.

Many of our Mesa schools have served generations of students and now require important repairs and modernization to continue meeting the needs of today's families. Propositions 419 and 420 provide the district with the tools to preserve these valuable community assets while planning responsibly for the future.

I encourage you to join me in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

Sincerely,

CLAUDIA WALTERS
Former Mesa City Councilmember

SUPPORTING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Dear Voters,

For more than 30 years, I had the privilege of serving Mesa Public Schools, followed by nearly a decade on the Mesa City Council. Throughout those years, I was proud to be part of the team that helped Mesa Public Schools earn its reputation for excellence through the dedication of outstanding teachers, staff, families, and community partners.

Working alongside so many committed professionals reinforced my belief that student success depends on more than a strong curriculum. It also requires learning environments that are safe, well maintained, and equipped to support today's educational needs.

Propositions 419 and 420 will help preserve and modernize school facilities while providing the district with additional flexibility to make thoughtful decisions that support its long-term educational mission.

Mesa Public Schools has long been one of the cornerstones of our community. I believe these measures will help build on that tradition of excellence and ensure future students have the same opportunities that have benefited Mesa families for generations.

I hope you'll join me in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

Sincerely, 

DAVID LUNA
Former Mesa City Councilmember

Dear Voters,

Our community’s future is shaped by the investments we have made in the past and the ones we choose to make today. Few investments have a greater impact than maintaining an outstanding public school system.

Excellent schools help attract employers, support a skilled workforce, encourage families to settle in Mesa, and contribute to the stability of our neighborhoods. They are an important reason our city has remained one of Arizona's most desirable places to live and work.

Mesa Public Schools has earned an outstanding reputation, but many of its campuses are now more than 40 years old and require significant repairs and modernization. Propositions 419 and 420 provide the resources necessary and strategic planning to preserve these valuable public assets while using district resources wisely.

As someone who has spent many years working to strengthen our city, I believe these measures represent an investment not only in our schools, but in Mesa's long-term future.

I encourage you to vote YES on Propositions 419 and 420. 

Sincerely, 

DENNIS KAVANAUGH
Former Mesa Vice Mayor

Dear Voters,

 Our family has experienced firsthand the positive impact Mesa Public Schools has had on our community. Our children attended and graduated from Mesa Public Schools, and we are grateful for the education, opportunities, and safe learning environment they received.

We also have friends and family members who have dedicated their careers to Mesa Public Schools. Providing students and employees with safe, well-maintained, and properly equipped schools is an investment in both education and the long-term health of our community.

We support Propositions 419 and 420 with the expectation that the Mesa Public Schools Governing Board will continue exercising thoughtful oversight and prudent stewardship, ensuring these investments are managed wisely and in the best interests of students, families, and our community.

Together, Propositions 419 and 420 provide the funding and flexibility needed to maintain school facilities while making thoughtful use of existing district assets. We believe that reflects the kind of responsible leadership we have come to expect from our local schools.

Please join us in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

Sincerely, 

RONNIE WILLIAMS

Proud. I am incredibly proud of being a nearly six-decade resident of Mesa. And in the same house, too. I am also proud that my daughter was well-educated in the Mesa Public School System – Eisenhower, Carson and Westwood – so much so that early on she concluded to dedicate her life to education.

That resulted in more than a quarter-century of work in the same MPS school system that provided her education. And I am very prideful of my two grandsons that received their education in the same MPS schools that my daughter attended. 

For more than four decades, I have observed how hard teachers and staff work to provide the best experience for their students. At the same time, I have seen the wear- and-tear, deterioration, and toll it has taken on Mesa’s schools. The time has long passed for necessary repairs and upgrades to be made – including those that will dramatically improve school safety and will better protect our students and teachers.

That’s why I am wholeheartedly supporting Proposition 419, as an investment, not expense. And urge you to give MPS permission to make the necessary proposed capital expenditures that our schools can operate successfully for decades to come.

VIC LINOFF

As a retired Mesa Public Schools teacher, parent of two MPS graduates and a current MPS Governing Board Member, I ask for your support on Propositions 419 and 420.

Mesa Public Schools proudly meets a high level of fiscal and academic transparency and accountability expected by our community. 

● Our district publicly accounts for every dollar received and spent.

● Our public schools  prepare every student to graduate ready for college, career and community. That is the MPS Promise to Mesa.

● Our public schools have continuously improved graduation rates, growth in reading and math proficiency scores, school letter grades and A+ Schools of Excellence recognitions, despite insufficient funding by the state legislature.

To sustain this continuous improvement in student outcomes,  we must fix our aging schools and facilities. Repairs to HVAC systems, roofing, security systems, and more are essential to a safe and supportive learning environment for our students and staff. Proposition 419 dedicates a $449 million bond to cost-effective construction and essential repairs and replacements based on need. Proposition 420 allows us to optimize five specific district properties. 

Propositions 419 and 420 are an investment in Mesa’s kids, our democracy, our economy and in each other.

MARCIE HUTCHINSON

Over the last fifty years, Mesa Public Schools has built a reputation as a true leader in public education, a success driven largely by consistent voter support. This November, we have a chance to continue that legacy. 

Many of our neighborhood schools are now well over 40 years old and require critical infrastructure repairs. Proposition 419 is a responsible, common-sense plan that dedicates 70% of its funding strictly to essential maintenance like roofing, plumbing, and air conditioning.  The proposal includes transparent plans on how and where the money will be spent. Alongside it, Proposition 420 demonstrates smart stewardship by letting the district sell or lease five strategic administrative properties to reinvest that value back into our school buildings.

Having lived and worked in Mesa for nearly two decades and now returning part-time in retirement, I have always believed that Mesa is only as strong as its public education system.  Even if you don’t have kids in our classrooms, you are benefiting because strong schools protect our neighborhood stability, support our local economy, and secure our quality of life.

Support our students.  Support our community.  Please join me in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

JIM HULING
Past President
Leisure World Democratic Club

I attended Mesa Public Schools from kindergarten all through graduation from Dobson High School in 1998. Those years in Mesa schools are in many ways responsible for giving me the experiences, skills and education that later helped me land a full-ride scholarship to the University of Arizona and later, admission to Harvard Medical School, after which I became a child psychiatrist. 

It is important to me that the schools - along with my family and community - that made me who I am today, receive the critical funding they need to continue producing high-quality doctors, nurses, engineers, and so many more professionals our modern world requires.

Propositions 419 and 420 will allocate nearly $5 million to Dobson’s structural and technological modernization and almost $2.5 million to Dobson's Career and Technical Education programs and Security program. These improvements keep our schools and therefore our community strong. 

I hope that you will join me in supporting, spreading the word, and voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420 to ensure our schools stay safe, efficient and formative for generations to come.

CELESTE LOPEZ, MD

As a proud graduate of Mesa Public Schools, I know firsthand the impact a great public education can have on a person's future. The teachers, staff, and opportunities I experienced helped shape who I am today, and they gave me a strong foundation that I have carried throughout my life.

When it came time to raise my own family, we moved back to Mesa because we wanted our children to have the same opportunities I did. We believe in Mesa Public Schools because we've experienced the difference it makes. Our children are receiving an outstanding education from caring teachers in a district that truly invests in student success. Supporting this bond is about investing in our children, our schools, and our community.

Safe, modern, and well-equipped schools create the best possible learning environment for students and help ensure Mesa Public Schools can continue providing a high-quality education. Mesa Public Schools has meant so much to me—as a student, a parent, and a member of this community. I'm proud to support this bond because I know it is an investment in the future of our children and the continued strength of Mesa.

EMMA GIFFEN

For decades, I have been a dedicated advocate for Mesa Public Schools because I believe high-quality public schools are the backbone of a thriving community.  That belief has remained constant throughout my years of service and continues to guide my support for Propositions 419 and 420 today. 

Having served on the Mesa Public Schools Governing Board for 16 years, I understand the responsibility that comes with caring for one of Arizona's largest and most respected school districts.  That means keeping school facilities safe, well maintained, and ready to serve students, while making thoughtful decisions about district property as community needs evolve.

That is why I support Propositions 419 and 420.  Proposition 419 will help maintain and improve the schools our students rely on every day, while Proposition 420 gives the district the flexibility to address properties that are no longer needed so those resources can be reinvested to better serve students. 

I continue to believe that providing every child with access to a high-quality public education benefits not only our students, but our families and our entire community.  I encourage you to join me in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

MARILYN WILSON

I am a retired principal, teacher and current grandparent to Mesa Public Schools students. I know first hand how excellent our Mesa schools are at educating, nurturing, and supporting students to become creative thinkers, successful members of society, and future leaders and innovators. Every day, administrators, teachers and support staff - along with parents and guardians - work hard to educate the whole child, but that can’t happen unless our buildings are safe, our technology is up to date, and our systems operate effectively. 

Voting Yes on Propositions 419 and 420 is a cost-effective way to ensure our Mesa schools are safe and efficient, so that learning can happen, keeping our public education state of the art and competitive, which in turn ensures our community and economy in Mesa stay strong. Join my family of educators and MPS alums in voting YES on Props 419 and 420.

KATHY RAY
Retired principal/teacher

Having grown up in the Mesa Public Schools system, eventually graduating from Mountain View High School, it matters to me that the school district that made me who I am today receives the critical funding it needs and deserves.

 Propositions 419 and 420 will allocate nearly $14 million to essential structural and technological modernizations and almost $2.5 million for Mountain View's Career and Technical Education program, which funnels students into trades and industries that are in high demand.

Props 419 and 420 will make upgrades like these possible across other Mesa Public Schools as well. I hope that I've persuaded you to care as much as I do about voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

GIORGIO PHILLIPS

Dear Mesa Voters,

I'm proud to support Props 419 and 420 for Mesa Public Schools, and ask you to do the same. 

I'm a product of Mesa Public Schools, a fifth-generation Mesa resident, and I've spent years volunteering in our schools because I believe in what they do for our kids. That belief was central to my campaign for Mesa City Council District 4. Strong schools build strong neighborhoods and a qualified workforce. A qualified workforce means we can build and attract good jobs, thriving local businesses, and a community where people want to invest. Our schools need buildings that are safe and well maintained to keep delivering that.

Prop 419 funds critical repairs our schools need now. Deferring maintenance doesn't save money, it costs more later, and it means students and teachers will continue to work in buildings that need attention today. Prop 420 gives MPS the flexibility to manage its own administrative properties responsibly, so resources go toward classrooms instead of underused buildings.

Mesa's future depends on the quality of our public schools. Funding them isn't optional, it's essential. I'm asking Mesa voters to join me in supporting Props 419 and 420.

Sincerely,

COUNCILMEMBER-ELECT NICK WILLIS

Dear Voters,

 As a fifth-generation Arizonan with deep roots in Mesa, I have dedicated my life to serving our community. Like so many families in our city, my family has experienced firsthand how Mesa Public Schools can open doors and create opportunity.

Mesa Public Schools have helped generations of families expand opportunity through education, creating pathways to success while strengthening our community. To keep our schools among the best in Arizona, we must continue investing in safe, modern learning environments that prepare students for college, careers, and whatever path they choose. 

In Legislative District 9, Propositions 419 and 420 will bring nearly $38 million in improvements to Mesa High School and Dobson High School, including air conditioning upgrades, $2.5 million for Career and Technical Education, and nearly $3 million for fire protection and safety and security enhancements. These investments will help ensure students have the facilities, equipment, and opportunities they need to succeed. 

Please join me in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

REPRESENTATIVE LORENA AUSTIN
Arizona House of Representatives

As a lifelong public education advocate now advocating at the Arizona Senate for our children, I believe that every student deserves a high-quality education in a safe environment, which is why I strongly support Mesa Public Schools’ Propositions 419 and 420. Proposition 419 focuses heavily on essential, core infrastructure maintenance, dedicating approximately 70 percent of its funding to cost-effective, long-term construction like HVAC and roof repairs. Vote to ensure that our children have a cool environment to learn, read and succeed.

This will allow Mesa High School to complete $20 million in HVAC repairs that have been in dire need, and Dobson High to use $2.3 million for critical building repairs. Additionally, Proposition 420 protects taxpayers by reducing underutilized administrative space and generating value from district properties to reinvest directly into our classrooms and facilities. I hope you’ll join me in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420 to ensure our schools stay safe, effective and competitive for the next generation. 

SENATOR KIANA SEARS
Arizona State Senate

Arizona's educators know firsthand that a safe, modern learning environment is absolutely essential for providing our students with a true 21st-century education. Propositions 419 and 420 will generate the necessary funding to repair school facilities that are over 50 years old, focusing heavily on essential student needs, safety, and security.

I have personally watched these last five years as Mesa Public Schools has led the way in our state with fiduciary responsibility and moral stewardship of taxpayer dollars, with world class transparency and community engagement no other district this side of the Mississippi can match.

Your city and her people deserve an education institution that shines as our crown jewel, and a yes vote on each of these will do just that. By voting yes on these measures, we are continuing to support that high standard of fiscal responsibility and investing in the high-quality public schools that our educators and students deserve.

MESA EDUCATION ASSOCIATION

Dear Voters,

I was born and raised in Mesa, and Mesa Public Schools gave me the foundation to pursue opportunities I never could have imagined as a student. The education I received prepared me to attend Arizona State University, earn my law degree from ASU, and build a career serving the community that has always been my home. 

That experience reinforced something I believe deeply: every student deserves the opportunity to discover their own path, whether that leads to college, career and technical education, military service, or another meaningful career.

Maintaining that tradition requires more than great teachers. It also requires schools that are safe, well maintained, and equipped to support learning.  Propositions 419 and 420 will help ensure Mesa Public Schools can continue providing those opportunities for future students, just as they did for me.

I hope you'll join me in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

Sincerely,

JACOB MARTINEZ

As a mother, I know that my children' s education is the most essential step toward a high quality of life. For generations, our family’s education has come from Mesa Public Schools.  So it is a priority of ours to support them by having the funding needed to ensure high quality education. Mesa Public Schools have been a tremendous part of our family story and we dedicated many hours to keeping Guerrero Elementary open in 2009 when it was on the brink of closure.

Today, by passing Props 419 and 420, Westwood High School, my family’s school of choice, will receive $12 million for a necessary roofing repair, as well as a $3.5 million Career and Technical Education program modernization, and a half a million dollar security program upgrade. These aren’t luxuries, they are essentials for a safe environment for our students to receive a world-class education.

I hope you will join me to vote YES on Propositions 419 and 420 to keep our schools safe and thriving.

CARMEN GUERRERO

PREPARING TODAY'S STUDENTS FOR TOMORROW'S WORKFORCE

Dear Voters, 

Mesa Public Schools helped prepare me for my future. As a Westwood High School graduate, I benefited from the education and opportunities the district provided. Today, my children are students at an elementary school in Mesa Public schools and I want them to have the same opportunities. 

In my career working for a leading science and technology company operating across healthcare, life science and electronics, I've seen how important a talented workforce is to employers. Long before someone enters the workplace, that foundation is built in our public schools through strong academics, career preparation, and learning environments that help students succeed.

As both a parent and an MPS graduate, I appreciate the district's commitment to maintaining safe, well-equipped schools where students can learn and employees can do their best work. Propositions 419 and 420 will help Mesa Public Schools continue investing in those priorities while planning for the future. 

I'm proud that my family has been part of Mesa Public Schools for generations, and I hope you'll join me in voting YES on Propositions 419 and 420.

Sincerely,

WENDY GREENLEY

As a proud Mesa Public Schools alumnus—graduating from Westwood High with strong ties to Mesa High and the “Carry On” legacy of Zedo Ishikawa—I deeply value the quality education the district provides. To ensure future students receive the same opportunities, we must invest in our schools. 

Proposition 419 provides essential funding to modernize aging facilities into proper learning environments, while Proposition 420 gives the District necessary oversight to manage property for long-term needs. For the future of our students and community, please join me in supporting Proposition 419 and 420.

MARK ISHIKAWA

Mesa Schools supports strong families, the foundation of our All-America City.