Vote 'yes' for the high school bond measure

I’ve lived in Cheney for more than a decade, I work at Eastern Washington University, and I have two kids in the Cheney School District.

As we consider whether or not to approve a bond to renovate Cheney High School, I think many of us find ourselves wondering whether anything more than improved building security and additional classroom space is really essential. It’s a good question, and one that deserves our careful consideration as we cast our votes.

As adults of voting age, we know it’s the knowledge and skills that students gain in the classroom that sets them up for success. We’re lucky...