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The debate over school vouchers in Texas is intensifying. Some public school leaders are shifting their stance, focusing on securing increased funding, while others remain steadfast in opposing any diversion of public funds to private education. At Friends of Texas Public Schools, we believe that public education is the cornerstone of our communities. Redirecting funds away from public schools undermines the quality and accessibility of education for all Texas children. We urge our lawmakers to prioritize strengthening public schools by providing the necessary resources and support, ensuring every child has access to quality education. As your Friends, we’re here to provide the information you need to stay informed. Please watch the following video to learn more about the ongoing debate: https://zurl.co/bPdvc #SupportTXPublicSchools #SayNoToVouchers #TXed #TexasTeachers #TexasStudents

Over the years I have had to combat so many of the dumb assumptions people and organizations have spouted off about charter public schools. In one corner you have that we only serve gifted white religious students, in another corner is empty because special education students are not allowed to attend. Both of these assumptions are wrong. Just because you say it's true doesn't magically make it so. Too many politicians, especially those in the Golden State, are purposely ignorant about charter public schools so that they can continue to accept the endorsement and cash from labor groups that never support what is best for students. Let's be clear, charter public schools are open to all, help their authorizing school districts meet the pressing need of all students in the community and have been given a bad wrap because most are a success. Stop believing the lies and make plans this week to call a charter public school in your community and plan a visit. These schools are best enjoyed in person. Don't have students? That's okay! Most charter leaders want to meet and gain the support of the community so you definitely fit the bill. Add to that, most leaders would love your interest and philanthropic interest so visiting a charter public school can seal that deal. ?? #charterschool #publiceducation #misinformation

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School Funding 101: Ever wonder how Fridley Public Schools are funded? From district revenue to state mandates, this quick video breaks it all down and shows how it impacts our students, teachers, and programs! Tap to learn more about how these decisions shape our school community! #FridleyPride #SchoolFundingExplained #EducationMatters #FridleyPublicSchools

For 30 years, Children's Defense Fund has held the Ella Baker Child Policy Training Institute to prepare hundreds of college-aged young people to teach CDF Freedom Schools? curriculum at our program sites across America. This year's national training welcomes more than 1,500 youth advocates. On Thursday, CDF Vice President and Chief Program Officer Sheri Brady joined with Denise Dean, executive vice president of East Tennessee Freedom Schools, to appear on WATE-TV's Living East Tennessee with Veronica Ogbe and Amber Lynn Carroll. Brady and Dean discussed a public demonstration Children’s Defense Fund has planned to protect the freedom to read in Tennessee and across the country. "Reading is fundamental and it's really important to actually engage students and a lot of time if students don't see themselves in the stories they read, they won't read,” Brady said. “So, it's really important they have books they can relate to and understand." The event, which will also feature a march through downtown Knoxville, is also meant to bring attention to the proliferation of book bans across the country. Such methods of censorship have proven harmful to young people. "I talk to families in two ways about books,” Dean said. “So, our books are mirrors that reflect us, our cultures, the stories that are familiar to us, but they're also windows; windows into other cultures, other lifestyles and other people. So, whereas the mirrors are affirming for the children, the windows allow them to have greater understanding and empathy that allow them to deal with people who are different than them in a healthy way." https://lnkd.in/ePDt-N9q

I need your attention for a moment—this is really important. Imagine knowing your child isn’t getting the same opportunities as other kids, simply because they go to a charter school. That’s the reality we’re facing right here in Rochester. Charter schools only receive $0.58 for every $1.00 given to traditional public schools. This means fewer resources, fewer opportunities, and fewer chances for our kids to reach their full potential. We can’t let this slide. Our kids deserve better. They deserve the same chances, the same support, and the same future as anyone else. That's why I’m inviting you to a Town Hall Meeting on Saturday, November 16th, from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Exploration Elementary (1001 Lake Ave, Rochester, NY 14613). We’re going to talk about how YOU can make a difference—how we can fight for equity, how we can make our voices heard, and how we can change the system for our kids. This isn't just about talking. It’s about action—about standing up for our kids, reaching out to legislators, and demanding the change they need. Every child should have access to a quality education, no matter where they go to school. If you care about our community and our kids’ futures, please join us. Let’s stand together and fight for the future our kids deserve. ?? You can register right here: https://lnkd.in/gPUq2F3T Let’s show up for our kids. Let’s change the story. See you there. ???? #FightForOurKids #EducationalEquity #CharterChampion #RochesterStrong #MakeADifference

I have a deep appreciation for the value of school libraries, and rightly so. Libraries are indeed much more than just collections of books; they are vital hubs of learning, creativity, and community within schools. Cuts to school libraires can have significant negative impacts on students’ educational experiences and development. Libraries provide access to diverse resources, support literacy and research skills, and offer a safe space for students to explore their interests. When funding is cut, it not only limits access to these resources but also affects the overall learning environment. The importance of advocating for better funding and support for school libraries can not be overlooked. Ensuring that libraries are well-staffed and well-resourced can make a huge difference in fostering a love for reading and learning among students.?

A special thank you to those who joined me for Monday's forum: Education Under Threat: A Forum on the Future of Public Education, Charter Funding, and Special Needs Protections. Four take aways if you couldn't make it. #1 Don't panic! It's all going to be ok. Take a breath. Know that at this moment you still have options. #2. Know your numbers. Educate yourself on what state and federal funding actually is allocated to your school system. Know how your testing scores and your school's educational curriculum stacks up with other schools in your region. #3. Forge a good relationship with your child's teachers and administrators at your school. Get involved. Be willing to volunteer time if possible. I know I did on a weekend with my son's band event. Even something small is better than nothing. Let folks at the school get to know you. #4. Connect with other parents. If we all work togther, it will be a better community and better for your child.#educationmatters #estherdillard #DepartmentOfEducation

Lynwood Superintendent Gudiel Crosthwaite calls on our state leadership to fundamentally change how school facilities are funded so that all students have access to the facilities they need and deserve to focus on their education. Learn more: ?? California students urgently need school facility funding from the state to modernize outdated and unsafe facilities. We must pass an education bond this year because there are billions of dollars in unmet needs. In moving forward with a much-needed education bond, however, it is crucial that our state legislature and the Newsom administration first fix the inequitable and unconstitutional system of school facility financing in California. Currently, low-wealth districts receive substantially less state facility funding per student compared to their higher wealth counterparts—even though they have greater modernization needs from compounded disinvestment from the state, and less ability to raise local funds. Through this system, wealthy school districts can build theaters and STEM labs and pools. But low-wealth neighborhoods, who have been historically ignored and underinvested in—who need more funds to meet the needs of their students—are stuck using what funds they have to repair HVAC systems and maintain the conditions of their existing buildings. The result is an unequal and unconstitutional system in which students in low-wealth districts receive an education inferior to that of their peers in higher-wealth districts. Join Public Advocates and impacted students, families, educators, and grassroots community organizations across the state who are urging for an equitable education bond by signing onto our petition: https://lnkd.in/gHnezfTr

"Isn't that the very reason why we have schools, is to teach literacy? Why do we need to have a special budget item to teach literacy in schools?" "I have no idea, but just to balance that out a bit, they're giving $477Million, which is a reduction for so called healthy school lunches. Now, I'm all for a starved child being fed, but are they really 235,000 starving kids in schools?" Cam asks his buddies what they think about the Budget; is it good, bad or ugly? Listen to the full replay here: https://lnkd.in/gd_cXQd7