Our students are thriving. Let's keep the momentum going.

Election Day March 17, 2026
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Our Schools Are Working

District 45 students are achieving incredible results — but without additional funding, those gains are at risk.

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Reading scores have more than doubled in 4 years
#1
In math among DuPage County peer districts
#1
Tied for 1st in science on state proficiency
83%
District funded at only 83% of adequacy — nearly $8M/year short

What's At Stake

Without this referendum, the district will be forced to make painful cuts as early as March 2026:

✂️ Teacher layoffs & larger class sizes
📉 Reduced academic programming
🏫 Possible school closures & redistricting
🔧 Delayed facility maintenance
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Decreased student support & staff
🚌 Longer bus rides for students

The Plan

A community-driven plan developed through collaboration throughout 2025.

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Protect Class Sizes

Avoid maximizing class sizes, laying off teachers, or closing schools.

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Expand Programming

Work to expand, rather than reduce, academic programming for all students.

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Safety & Support

Enhance safety & security and increase student resources and support services.

What Does It Cost?

A 27.6 cent tax rate increase providing $4.3 million more annually for our schools.

$299 per year for the average district homeowner
82¢ per day — less than a cup of coffee
Average home cost: 82 cents per day
Happy District 45 students

Fiscally Responsible Leadership

District leadership has already made significant cuts to keep spending away from the classroom.

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6 central office positions eliminated, 7th left unfilled

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Spends less per student than the state average and DuPage County peers

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Fought for additional federal and state funding

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Only 26% of funding from state/federal sources (vs. 36% average in IL)

Vote YES on March 17th

Keep our schools strong. Keep our community strong.
Keep moving forward.

Learn More at d45.org →