Whereas, 28 years ago Oregon voters passed Measure 5 unintentionally reducing revenues to Oregon schools, a reduction that has yet to be reversed.

Whereas, reduced revenues have led to a shortened school year, larger class sizes, cuts to library, art, music and physical education classes, higher caseloads for special education teachers, counselors, school psychologists, social workers, and nurses, fewer resources and training for educators, and higher fees and reduced access to sports and after school activities.

The Beaverton School Board believes that regular student attendance is essential for ensuring our students are on-track to learn and succeed. We know students who routinely attend school are more likely to achieve academic success, graduate from high school, and be prepared for college and career.

The Beaverton School Board directs staff to implement the board-adopted district goal to "empower all students for post-high school success." As part of that effort, the board adopted a Resolution in Support of Immigrant Students and their Families on December 12, 2016. In the resolution, the board directed all district staff to: