California’s Proposition 49, the After School Education and Safety Program Act, successfully garnered support from a broad and diverse set of groups upon its introduction. Championed by then-Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, the act aimed to address several significant issues facing the state, including improving academic performance, reducing juvenile crime rates, and providing much-needed support for working families. This blog post takes a retrospective look at the support garnered by Proposition 49 and examines why it was a compelling proposition to these various interest groups.
The Plight of Working Families
More than one million K-9 students in California were going home to an empty house after school, with little or no supervision until their parents returned from work. Proposition 49 was designed to provide these students with a safe, structured environment during these critical hours. Schwarzenegger’s goal, as he stated, was to “create a safe, educationally-enriching, and fun after school environment at all of California’s public elementary and middle schools.” This resonated with working families throughout the state.
Educators Rally Behind Proposition 49
Many in the education community, including the California Teachers Association, California Parent Teachers Association, and numerous school principals and district superintendents, rallied behind Proposition 49. Their support was based on the potential for improved student academic performance that could come from after school programs. Students could receive help with their studies and participate in enriching activities, fostering a more positive attitude towards school and education in general.
Law Enforcement’s Stance
For law enforcement groups such as the California State Sheriffs’ Association and the California District Attorneys’ Association, the appeal of Proposition 49 was clear. Law enforcement officials often referred to the hours immediately following school as the “prime time for juvenile crime”. By providing a safe, supervised alternative to unsupervised hours after school, the act had the potential to reduce crime rates among juveniles.
The Fiscal Appeal to Taxpayer Groups
For taxpayer groups, including the California Taxpayers’ Association and the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, Proposition 49 represented an opportunity to save taxpayer money in the long run. According to the Rose Institute on State and Local Government, redirecting at-risk youth away from crime could yield societal savings ranging from $1.4 million to $1.7 million per individual over their lifetime.
Schwarzenegger: The Champion of Proposition 49
The architect and sponsor of Proposition 49, Arnold Schwarzenegger, was a vocal advocate for the benefits of after school programs. His advocacy, combined with the clear need for such a program in the state and the support from various interest groups, led to the successful passage of Proposition 49. In Schwarzenegger’s words, providing a “supervised and structured after school haven for our most vulnerable youth not only protects our school children, it keeps our neighborhoods safe.”
Through Proposition 49, California aimed to tackle several interconnected social and economic issues, and the wide-ranging support for the act is a testament to the pressing need for these solutions. As we look back on its implementation, the diverse appeal and the broad impact of Proposition 49 offer valuable insights for shaping future educational policies.
“My goal is to create a safe, educationally-enriching and fun after school environment at all of California’s public elementary and middle schools. Providing a supervised and structured after school haven for our most vulnerable youth not only protects our school children, it keeps our neighborhoods safe.”
Arnold Schwarzenegger, Proposition 49 Architect and Sponsor
The Dire Need for After School Programs
Despite the image of idyllic California sunshine, a crisis was looming in the state’s after school hours. Arnold Schwarzenegger, in October 2001, acknowledged the pressing need for after school programs, not as a luxury but as a lifeline for children, especially those in inner cities. His experience with programs like Inner City Games, LA’s Best, and San Diego’s 6 to 6 had convinced him that such programs have the potential to change lives drastically.
On any regular school day, over 4.5 million public K-9 children would leave their school buildings. While many had a safe and structured learning environment to return to, millions did not. This left these children exposed to numerous risks, potentially leading to them getting into trouble, and in some cases, forever altering the trajectory of their lives or those of others.
The “Prime Time for Juvenile Crime”
Law enforcement data had indicated that the hours between 3 pm to 6 pm, right after school, were referred to as the “prime time for juvenile crime”. The rate of violent juvenile crime was observed to double between 2 pm and 4 pm. Unsupervised children during these hours were at a significantly higher risk of:
- Committing violent crime,
- Becoming victims of violent crime,
- Being truant,
- Receiving poor grades,
- Repeating grades,
- Abusing alcohol, drugs, and tobacco.
According to a study conducted by the University of Southern California, the risk of an eighth grader engaging in smoking, drinking, or drug abuse doubles if they are left unsupervised after school.
The Scope of the Problem
The Invest in Kids advocacy group estimated that nearly one million California school children under the age of 15, from all income levels, were regularly left alone after school. This number paints a disturbing picture of the reality for many children in the state.
Despite state funding for after school programs amounting to $117 million per year, the programs only served nearly 125,000 students, a figure far short of the actual demand. Children Now, an organization dedicated to promoting children’s wellbeing, estimated that there were about 1.2 million children in California between the ages of 5 to 14 who required an after school program.
Recent studies revealed that nearly 42,000 students were left waiting for spots in existing programs. Moreover, the California Department of Education had received twice the number of after school applications than it could fund during the last two funding periods.
The issue of after school care was not just a question of keeping children out of trouble; it was a vital component of supporting their overall wellbeing and development. Schwarzenegger and many others recognized the pressing need for such programs, which was why Proposition 49 was developed and eventually passed by the voters of California.
“My experience with the Inner City Games, as well as witnessing the success of programs like LA’s Best and San Diego’s 6 to 6, convinced me that after school programs change lives. They are a necessity – not a luxury.”
Arnold Schwarzenegger, October 2001
A Fiscally Responsible and Cost-Effective Solution
One of the main pillars of Proposition 49 was its fiscal responsibility. Arnold Schwarzenegger, in January 2002, expressed his commitment to creating a safe, educational, and fun after school environment at all of California’s public elementary and junior high schools without raising taxes. Instead, the funding would come from growth in revenues.
The Funding Formula
The funding for the After School Education and Safety Program Act wasn’t automatic. It relied on a spending formula that required the non-Prop 98 general fund to increase by more than $1.5 billion over the highest of the previous four years. This stipulation ensured that the funds for the initiative would only come from increases in revenue, safeguarding the state’s budgetary integrity.
For instance, if the current year non-Prop 98 general fund expenditure was approximately $47 billion and this was the highest base fiscal year between 2000-2003, the non-Prop 98 general fund for the 2004-2005 fiscal year (the first year of implementation) would need to increase to $48.5 billion for the initiative to start receiving money. For the initiative to be fully funded, the non-Prop 98 general fund would have to rise to approximately $49 billion.
Prioritizing Education Funding
The initiative was crafted to ensure education was fully funded first: all new money must come from non-Prop 98 general fund spending. In other words, a minimum of $1.5 billion would be allocated for cost of living increases and caseload growth before the initiative received its first dollar. Furthermore, the initiative had a safeguard in place for economic crises; if a catastrophe required cuts to Prop 98 funding, the after-school programs would share those cuts proportionally.
Cost-Effective After School Programs
After-school programs are a proven, cost-effective solution for children left alone after school, often referred to as ‘latch-key kids’. Grants were given to schools based on a $5 per child per day formula, with a maximum state contribution of $25 per child per week.
Over the 180-day school year, the state’s contribution amounted to $900 per child for 540 hours of enrichment. Each program was required to provide at least 50% cash or in-kind local matching funds. For every dollar the state spent, the program would contribute 50¢, ensuring a shared responsibility in funding. These matching funds could come from a variety of sources, such as the federal government, school districts, other government agencies, community organizations, or the private sector.
In essence, after-school programs provided a safe environment where students could do their homework, receive remedial help to prevent grade repetition, or participate in arts and crafts or recreational activities, all at a per-student state cost of just $1.67 per hour. As such, the implementation of Proposition 49 demonstrated a fiscally responsible approach to addressing the dire need for after-school care in California.
“My goal is to create a safe, educational and fun after school environment at all of California’s public elementary and junior high schools funding it from growth in revenues – not from raising taxes. This initiative will do just that.”
Arnold Schwarzenegger, January 2002
Would Proposition 49 Really Work? Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Perspective
Arnold Schwarzenegger and his team believed firmly in the transformative potential of after-school programs. Their faith was rooted in various studies that indicated the effectiveness of these initiatives.
A Proven Track Record: Studies Show Success
Multiple studies conducted by esteemed institutions such as the University of California Los Angeles and the University of California Irvine demonstrated tangible benefits of existing after-school programs. The research showed increased school attendance, reduced suspensions, and improved test scores from students who participated in these programs.
Results from the California Juvenile Crime Prevention Demonstration Program in 2001 further underscored the effectiveness of these initiatives. There was a staggering 57% drop in violent acts, a nearly 60% decrease in theft, and a 68% cut in vandalism from children entering and completing an after-school program.
Law Enforcement Perspectives: After-School Programs Matter
A George Mason University study asked law enforcement leaders about their preferred strategies for reducing juvenile crime. None of the respondents selected installing more metal detectors and cameras in schools, while 7% favored prosecuting more juveniles as adults, and 18% preferred hiring more police officers to investigate juvenile crimes. Overwhelmingly, 75% of respondents believed that providing more after-school programs was the most effective strategy.
The LA’s BEST Program: A Template for Success
Further evidence of the positive impact of after-school programs comes from the LA’s BEST program (Better Educated Students for Tomorrow). Over its 14-year history, the program has demonstrated that after-school programs can significantly reduce youth violence, gang involvement, and teen pregnancies.
These findings strengthened Schwarzenegger’s conviction in the effectiveness of Proposition 49, which he believed could significantly improve outcomes for California’s youth by providing structured, productive, and engaging environments after school. The goal was not only to keep children safe and out of trouble but also to foster a lifelong love of learning and a brighter future for every child in the state.
“I am proud to stand with you tonight to declare victory – victory for proposition 49, victory for after school programs, victory for our kids, victory for families, and victory for safe neighborhoods.
Indeed, this is a victory for the whole state of California, and I want to thank the voters for believing in after school programs, for believing in the future of our children and for believing in the future of our great state.”
Arnold Schwarzenegger, November 5, 2002
Proposition 49 Today
Proposition 49 has had a significant impact on California’s education system and afterschool programs since its passage in 2002. The initiative, which was implemented in 2006, allocated approximately $6.77 billion dollars to support school-based expanded learning programs throughout the state. It aimed to improve access to afterschool programs and provide comprehensive opportunities for students outside of regular school hours.
One of the key achievements of Proposition 49 is the significant increase in the number of schools offering expanded learning programs. Since 1999, the number of schools providing such programs has multiplied sevenfold. Today, approximately 4,500 schools across California offer these programs, benefiting 886,000 K-12 students annually. These programs have proven particularly crucial for schools serving socioeconomically disadvantaged youth, English learners, and students of color.
The celebration of Proposition 49’s 20th anniversary highlighted the success and impact of afterschool programs on students. The event featured speeches from former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, who is a strong advocate for afterschool initiatives, and U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. They emphasized the value of comprehensive afterschool programming in shaping students’ futures and ensuring their holistic development.
Furthermore, Secretary Cardona launched the Engage Every Student Initiative in July of the same year, aligning with the celebration of Proposition 49. The initiative aims to promote afterschool programs nationwide and encourage other states to invest in similar initiatives. California currently leads the way in afterschool funding, dedicating more resources to these programs than all other 49 states combined. Secretary Cardona called for a commitment at all levels, from state to local, to prioritize and support afterschool programs.
The impact of Proposition 49 extends beyond California’s borders. Nationwide, the demand for afterschool programs is high, with four parents expressing interest in such programs for every student enrolled. Secretary Cardona’s push for increased investment in afterschool programming at the federal level aligns with the goal of expanding opportunities and improving educational outcomes for students across the United States.
As the 20th anniversary of Proposition 49 is celebrated and its success recognized, the focus now shifts to the future. Secretary Cardona highlighted the need to set ambitious goals for afterschool programs nationwide, considering the progress made in California over the past two decades. The hope is that other states will follow California’s lead and prioritize afterschool initiatives to provide students with enhanced learning experiences and broader opportunities to thrive.
Proposition 49 FAQs
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Who Endorsed Proposition 49?
Proposition 49 garnered widespread support across a myriad of organizations, officials, and individuals back in 2002. Its endorsement spanned across a vast spectrum of society, echoing its far-reaching impact. Notable among its backers were influential statewide organizations, elected officials including mayors, city council members, and supervisors, as well as whole cities.
The proposition was also backed by individuals and institutions in the finance sector. Importantly, it saw resounding support from law enforcement, including sheriffs, police chiefs, and district attorneys. Victims of crime, too, stood behind the proposition, as did many in the realm of education — school board presidents, members, and superintendents. Various other organizations and individuals across the state also put their weight behind Proposition 49, reflecting the broad consensus on its importance.
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Flippo Monterey County The Honorable Christine Johnson Mariposa County The Honorable George Kennedy Santa Clara County The Honorable Ernest LiCalsi Madera County The Honorable Gary Luck Lake County The Honorable David Paulson Solano County The Honorable John Poyner Colusa County The Honorable Tony Rackauckas Orange County The Honorable Todd Riebe Amador County The Honorable McGregor Scott Shasta County The Honorable Jan Scully Sacramento County The Honorable Gary Yancey Contra Costa County District Attorney The Honorable Terence Hallinan San Francisco District Attorney The HonorableRobert Holzalpfel Glenn County District Attorney The HonorableGary Lieberstein Napa County District Attorney The Honorable Gordon Spencer Merced County District Attorney The Honorable George Booth Mono County District Attorney The Honorable Tom Sneddon Santa Barbara County The Honorable Dennis Stout San Bernardino County The Honorable Grover Trask Riverside County The Honorable Jeffrey Tuttle Calveras County [Top] CRIME VICTIMS Crime Victims United of California Memory of Victims Everywhere Klaas Kids Foundation Joseph Matteucci Foundation for Youth Non-Violence Safeguarding Our Children – United Mothers Gun Violence and Teens Ms. Alexandra Matteucci-Perkins Joseph Matteucci Foundation for Youth Nonviolence Mr. Paul Bendix Mr. Marc Klaas Klaas Kids Foundation Ms. Maggie Elvey Crime Victims United of California Ms. Jean O’Hara Survivors of Murder Victims Ms. Jean Pascale Ms. Harriet Salarno Crime Victims United of California Ms. Susan Williams Victim/Witness [Top]EDUCATION California Teachers Association California Parent Teachers Association California School-Age Consortium California Association of School Business Officials California School Employees Association Los Angeles Unified School Board Delaine Eastin State Superintendent of Public Instruction Marian Bergeson Former Secretary of Education Roy Romer LA Superintendent of Schools Downey Unified School District Chino Valley Unified School District Kernville Union School District King City Union School District Lindsay Unified School District Greenfield Union School District Santa Rita Union School District Petaluma City Schools Mono County Office of Education Janice Work, Deputy Superintendent Jefferson Elementary School Sycamore School F.A.S.T Track Program Calaveras County Office of Education/Extended Day Program Christine Shultz Carolyn Martin Asst. Superintendent, Greenfield Union Elementary Helen Watts Academic Coach Jeanne Nickols Principal,Our Lady’s School Joanne Garvin Academic Coach, Greenfield After School Program Trenia Ferguson Academic Coach, Greenfield After School Program Burke Hamilton Elementary School Principal, Azusa School District [Top] School Board Presidents/Members Mr. Craig Mann East Side Union Hight School District, SBP Mr. Gary Kidder – Tami Brodnik Roseville Joint Union High School District, SBP Ms. Cheryl Webb Emery Unified School District, Advisory Board Ms. Faith Crist Del Norte Unified School District, SBP Ms. Gabriella Holt Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District Honorable Alex Bantis Santa Clara County Office of Education, SBP Mrs. Carol Kanode Ocean View School District, SBP Mr. Paul Sequeira Cinnabar School District Board President, Deputy District Attorney Mr. Bill Hedrick President, Corona-Norco Board of Education Mr. Zack Earp School Board Member, Riverside Mr. Michael Verrengia School Board Member, Westminster School District Mr. Ken Bell School Board President, Duarte Unified School District Mr. Can L. Mays School Board President, Rialto Unified School District Mr. Jack Herman Pacific Elementary School District, School Board President Mr. Mike McGuire Hidden Valley Elementary School Mrs. Sarah Hafner Alexander Valley School District Board President Mr. Rein Stolz Redding- School Board President Ms. Jeanne Vogel El Centro- School Board Presdient Mrs. Marguerite R. Freeman Indio- School Board President Nancy Kirkpatrick Board President, Saddleback Valley Unified School District Mr. Margot Tobias Acalanes Union High School District, Board Member Ms. Debbie Golden Ventura Unified School District Mr. Laura A. Mancha Fontana Unified School District, President Board of Ed Ms. Althea Polanski Milpitas Unified School District Board Presient Ms. Gelia Cook Lakeside Union School District, Board President Ms. Eleni Wanken, Acalanes Union High School District Trustee Dennis Wanken, Morage Elementary School District Board of Trustees Ms. Rosemary Lee Sierra Unified School District [Top] Superintendents Mr. Frank Adelman Redding Dr. Santiago Wood Fresno Unified School District Mr. Mike Michelon Grenada Elementary Dr. Cameron M. McCune Fullerton School District Mr. Steve Kelish Arcata Mr. Robert Owens Susanville Dr. Patirica Lewis Coalinga Huron USD Dr. Doug Devour Encinitas Mr. Robert C. Perkins Sebasopol Mr. Richard A. Schafer Moraga Mr. Marvin Biasotti Carmel Mr. Pete Watson Upland Ana I. Gonzalez Sn Ysidro School District De Funk Modoc County Office of Education Dr. Peter Mehas Fresno Dr. Wayne Walters Hickman Community Charter District Mrs. Kay Spurgeon County Superintendent, Colusa Mr. Hugo Lara Guadalupe Union School District Chris von Kleist Wright School District Mr. Richard Douglas Montecito Union School District Ms. Kathleen Wheeler Red Bluff Dr. Rosemarie Roberson Sausalito Marin City S.D. Dr. Patrick Holland Mariposa County Unified School District Mr. William Habermehl Orange County Superintendant of Schools Mr. Dennis Tillett North Sacramento School District Ms. Edith Edwards Mountain Elementary School District Dr. Rod Gaeta Azusa Unified School District Dr. John Roach-(Maria Messner) Charter Oak Extended Day Enrichment Program Ms. Joyce Flanigan-(Dr. Mike Carey) Amador County Public Schools Dr. Sue Field Bennett Valley Union School District Ms. Jean Fetterhoff Kings Canyon Unified School District Mrs. Carol Vines Briggs Elementary School District Mr. Michael McGarr Nevada City School District Dr. Al Migares Santa Ana Unified School District Dr. Dave Cowles Vista Unified School District Mr. Bill Tonkin- (John Strohmayer) Gateway Unified School District Mr. Joseph Galindo Riverbank Dr. Steve Bojorquez Selma Dr. Gary Cringan Menifee Union School District Dr. Jay Hoffman Nuview Union School District Dr. Don Brann Wiseburn School District Mr. Robert Nero Bassett School District Mr. Gilbert Rossetti Mendota School District Mrs. Dione Beilby Pulmas Elementary School Districct Mr. Kenneth Larson Oro Grande School District Rev. Albert J. Diulio Sj Catholic Schools of the Los Angeles Archdiocese Mr. Robert Lowden Trinity Union High School District Dr. Edward Sussman Downey Unified School District Mrs. Shirley Horacek Ballard School District Dr. Fred Van Leuven Santa Ynez Valley Union High School District Dr. Vince Anaclerio Auburn Mr. Cliff Lantz Pioneer Union School District Kelly Mauch Assistant Superintendent, Chico Unified School District Mr. Gary Thomas Silver Valley Unified School District Mr. Ed Parraz Denair Unified School District Dr. Jacki Cottingim TUSD Dr. James Lutz Arbuckle Dr. Linda Murray San Jose Unified School District Mr. Alan Bersin San Diego City Schools Dr. Terence McAteer Nevada Co. Supt. Of Schools Mr. Barry Lindaman Maricopa Unified School District Mr. John Aycock Rim of the World Unified School District Mr. Tom Giampietro Sultana JT Union Elementary School District Mr. David Freeman Placerville Union School District Mr. Richard Duarte Oxnard School District Mr. Casey D’Angelo Liberty School Mr. Tom Crawford Sonoma County Supt. Of Schools Dr. Donald Sato Round Valley Unified School District Terry Brace Gustine School District Dr. Frank Lynch Del Norte Co Office of Ed Dena McCullough Fortuna Dr. Joe Rudnicki Sunnyvale Dr. Michael Harris Taft City School District Mr. Larry Yeghoian Colusa Unified School District Mrs. Marilyn L. Miller Hillsborough City School District Mr. Tom Apkarian Pleasant Vallery School Dr. Jess Gonzales Compton Unified School District Mrs. Marlene Jeung Tipton Elementary School I.J. Blevens Hot Springs School District Mr. Leigh Mosconi Liberty School Mr. Steve Lund Fort Bragg Unified School District Mr. Chuch Holland Holt Union Elementary School District Mr. James Roberts Foresthill Union School District Dr. Florentino Noreiga Los Nietos School District Mr. Ken Sherer Newadil Unified School District Mr. Eric Johnson Southside School Mr. Richard Rodriguez Luther Burbank School District Mr. Richard A. Pierce San Lucas Union School District Ms. Sandra Barry Anaheim City School District Mr. Jamie Perkins Kings River-Hardwick School District Mr. Richard Malfatti Somis Union School District Mr Jess Modesto Princeton, CA Mr. Ray Odom Hamilton Union High School District Mr. Ron Pontoni Cutten School District Mr. Gary Bray Wasco Union School District Mr. William Draa Banta School District Mr. William Lebo Lammersville Elementary School District Dr. Patrick Gemma Tahar Truckee Unified School District Dr. Carl Wong Petaluma City Schools Dr. Sharron Lindsay Lake Elsinore Unified School District Mr. Michael McEvoy Alexander Valley School District Dr. Marilyn Wheeler Coronado Unified School District Narciso Cardona San Bernardino City Unified School District Dr. Diane Ogden Gerneville School District Mr. Richard Rodes Black Butte Union Elementary School District Dr. Harold Cebrun Lynwood Unified School District Mr. Martin G. Petersen Stanislaus County Office of Education, Supt. Of Schools Dr. Sharon McClain Mesa Union School District [Top] OTHER ORGANIZATIONS A Place Called Home Boys and Girls Club of Auburn Boys and Girls Clubs of San Francisco Central Orange Coast YMCA Club JAM, Inc. Communities In Schools of Sacramento East Bay Center for the Performing Arts Hoopa Valley Tribal Council – Recreation Youth Dept. HTPotter Communications Kids Time Kings Community Action Organization Local Child Care Planning Council, Prop 10, Family Support Council Noticias del Mundo & Tiempos del Mundo Former U.S. Ambassador Ocean Institute Office of the President of Mexico for Mexicans Abroad San Jose LEARNS – City of San Jose Park & Rec. Sunset Neighborhood Beacon Center The City of Salinas After School Division Asian American Senior Citizen Association North Orange County Business Alliance Council The Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs The Republican Main Street Partnership The Orange County Business Council South Coast Ecumenical Council Oakland Museum of Children’s Art Vietnamese American Community of Orange County Lutheran Office of Public Policy Adlerhorst International Police K-9 Academy Theatre of Hearts/Youth First |
