CARE launches Yes For Kids campaign

Supporters of the Wichita Public Schools’ $370 million bond issue kicked off their official campaign on August 19. Business leaders and members of the Citizens Alliance for Responsible Education (CARE) held a fundraiser event to launch the Yes For Kids campaign. More than 150 people attended the event to show their support.

“CARE is now Yes For Kids,” announced Sarah Olson, spokesperson for the campaign. The guests responded with applause.

“The story of the district’s needs is compelling, the district’s accountability is strong, and the outcome will be incredible,” said George Fahnestock, one of the sponsors for the event.

“Now is the time for lower class sizes, to build safe rooms before tragedy strikes and to strengthen our economy’s future with a well-educated workforce,” said Randy Thon, spokesperson and event sponsor.

Members of the Yes For Kids campaign will soon begin a door-to-door initiative to educate voters about the bond issue and will work to garner more public support prior to the election on November 4.

More information on the $370 million bond issue can be found here.




August 20, 2008