West Branch Local School District

09/15/2026

For each $100,000 of property value, the PI Levy on the November 3, 2026, ballot would cost about $2.92 a month. It would fund projects including fire suppression upgrades, security camera replacement, emergency alert lanyards for staff, a new paging system, and districtwide asphalt repair.

Without dedicated funds for capital improvements, the district would either have to delay repairs and maintenance, which would have serious long-term effects on our buildings, or pull dollars from the general operating fund, which is intended to support classroom instruction and educational programs.

Full details: https://tinyurl.com/WestBranchPILevy2026

09/13/2026

A big thank you to Chomps for paying us a visit at the Back to School Bash on Friday.

09/11/2026

Wednesday marked the first day of the 2026-27 school year at the ELC, middle school, and high school. Welcome back, Warriors.

09/10/2026

Additional Levy Information

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09/06/2026

09/03/2026

Warrior Pride at the Canfield Fair!

09/02/2026

Does the word “permanent” in “permanent improvement levy” mean the levy will be applied to my taxes permanently?

No. The permanent improvement levy that will be on the ballot this November will have a five-year term and will expire once that period has elapsed. A Permanent Improvement levy is used for improvement projects, maintenance and repairs of school property that are designed to last five years or more. If approved, the levy will fund necessary repairs and improvements. Proactively addressing these needs helps extend the life of district facilities while reducing the likelihood of more costly repairs in the future.

08/26/2026

Seniors are showing their creativity by painting their senior parking spot!

08/18/2026

On November 3, West Branch voters will see a Permanent Improvement Levy on the ballot. Before then, we want every resident to have the facts.

This is a 1-mill levy for five years, generating about $440,000 a year for roofs, buses, HVAC systems, and safety upgrades. The cost is roughly $2.92 a month per $100,000 of property value.

Our full FAQ covers what's on the ballot, what PI funds can and can't pay for, and why the district is asking now: https://tinyurl.com/WestBranchPILevy2026

Questions are welcome — Contact Superintendent Matthew Manley at [email protected].