Be sure to thank your school principal today!

If you have yet to get a gift, a low-cost and long-lasting gift is to vote for pro-public education candidates who will work to get principals and teachers better pay and working conditions.
#SchoolPrincipalsDay #ThankAPrincipal

Mental health matters-especially in our schools.

Staff shortages, poor pay and benefits, and excessive workloads or long hours are major sources of stress for Texas teachers and the Texas legislature can help.

#mentalhealthawarenessmonth #TeacherVoice #txed #txlege

Public schools are at the center of our democracy. They are where we learn about how our government works and where the meaning of civic duty and responsibility are taught.
There is no better way for Texans to show their support for democracy than by voting for candidates who…

#GIF Response -- When it comes to measuring our schools, #STAAR is the sole measurement used in accountability ratings for grades K-8. This is the last week of tests, how are you feeling? Respond with a #GIF . #TxLege #TxEd

Texas public schools have had to adjust their tight budgets as new legislation requires updates to school grounds while providing little funding to support the changes.

Read the full article at go.ryht.org/FundDFW

Raise Your Hand Texas invites you to a special after-school webinar on Thursday, May 9th, at 4:00 p.m. to listen to Texas teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week. RSVP here: go.ryht.org/txteacher

#TexasTeachers #TeacherAppreciation Week #TeacherAppreciation #TeacherVoices

Texas is one of only 9 states that still requires high schoolers to pass end-of-course exams to graduate. 41 states have eliminated that requirement.
Do you support this or see room for change? Share your thoughts!

#TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMatters #STAAR

A new report from the Texas Hispanic Policy Foundation Texas Hispanic Policy Foundation shows the majority of Texans don’t want school vouchers. #txed #txlege

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The #STAAR test scores more than students. For Texas public elementary and middle schools, the STAAR scores are the only assessment that decides their A-F rating.
#TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMatters

Thank you again to Huckabee for sponsoring our Trustee Advocates Program and all the representatives who participated from Pearland ISD, Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD, Plano ISD,Port Aransas ISD, Prosper ISD, Temple ISD , and Tomball ISD.

#TxLege #TxEd

Happy #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay ! Thank you to the dedicated individuals who help keep Texas public schools running smoothly. Your work helps shape the future of education.
#TxEd #TxLege

Are you registered to vote? Let your vote be a part of shaping the future of Texas public education. Register now: bit.ly/3SacrJL #TxLege #TxEd #GOTV #TexasRunoffPrimaries

Thank you to Huckabee for sponsoring the Trustee Advocates Program session with representatives from Pearland ISD, Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD, Plano ISD, Port Aransas ISD, Prosper ISD, Temple ISD, and Tomball ISD.

#TxLege #TxEd #SchoolBoards

Happy #EarthDay ! 🌎💚 There are so many ways public schools can care for the earth by incorporating sustainable practices into learning and day-to-day operations. 🏫 Does your public school have any of these or other sustainable practices? Share in comments!
#txed #txlege

#GIF Response -- When it comes to measuring our schools, #STAAR is the sole measurement used in accountability ratings for grades K-8. This week's tests are focused on Math. Are we measuring what matters? Respond with a #GIF . #TxLege #TxEd

Do you know how school funding in Texas compares to other states? Watch our latest school finance video to get the answer.
Read the latest Across the Lawn at raiseyourhandtexas.org/across-the-law…

#AcrossTheLawn #TxLege #TxEd #SchoolFunding

Do you know how school funding in Texas compares to other states? Watch our latest school finance video to get the answer.
Plus, Texas students take #STAAR test and Lt. Gov. Patrick releases interim charges for the Texas Senate.
Read the full blog at raiseyourhandtexas.org/across-the-law……

Who knew a student's absence could cost so much? Texas schools lose $35 per unexcused absent student every day, contributing to underfunded classrooms. Keller ISD Superintendent Dr. Tracy Johnson calls for a change. Read the full article at go.ryht.org/FundDFW

We are kicking off Meeting #2 of our #TrusteeAdvocatesProgram . Representatives from Pearland ISD, Plano ISD, Port Aransas ISD, Prosper ISD, Temple ISD, and Tomball ISD will focus on community engagement activities that result in legislative impact. Special thanks to…