Raise Your Hand Texas, Austin, TX Videos
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Advocacy In Action
Supporting and strengthening our schools takes all of us. Whether you are ready to get involved or want to stay in the know on the big issues in public education, you are in the right place.
Raise Your Hand Texas works with communities to help build strong public education supporters to inform and move elected officials at the state level and create the best public schools for our kids because the future of Texas is in our public schools.
Take the first step to Connect and Advocate. Visit www.RaiseYourHandTexas.org
#Advocacy #TXEd #Advocate #PublicEducation
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Advocacy In Action
Supporting and strengthening our schools takes all of us. Whether you are ready to get involved or want to stay in the know on the big issues in public education, you are in the right place.
Raise Your Hand Texas works with communities to help build strong public education supporters to inform and move elected officials at the state level and create the best public schools for our kids because the future of Texas is in our public schools.
Take the first step to Connect and Advocate. Visit www.RaiseYourHandTexas.org
#Advocacy #TXEd #Advocate #PublicEducation
Summertime is upon us! 🌞 Don't forget to hydrate your mind. Discover fascinating activities to energize your mind throughout the #SummerBreak 🧠📚 #TxLege #TxEd
How does school funding in Texas compare to other states?
Texas's public education system is the second largest in the country. Providing the funding necessary to prepare every student for a successful future is a huge responsibility. https://bit.ly/SchoolFundingTX #FundOurSchools #TxLege #TxEd
What do Texas schools spend their money on?
The money we invest in our schools matters, just look at everything a school district's budget has to cover. But when inflation rises without sufficient additional support, that money can’t go as far. Watch our latest video to learn more: https://bit.ly/theschooldollar
#FundOurSchools #TxLege #TxEd
Congrats, high school graduates of 2024! 🎓 🎉 Celebrate all your hard work over the years! #Graduation #TxEd #TxLege
Where does Texas school funding come from?
Do you know where Texas public schools get their funding? 💰🏫 School finance is complicated. In this video, we break down the sources of Texas school funding and the legislature’s role in funding our Texas schools.
https://bit.ly/fundTXschools
#FundOurSchools #TxLege #TxEd #TexasSchoolFunding #CalculatingSchoolFunding
Happy Runoff Election Day! 🗳️🎉 Don't forget to go vote and make your voice heard! Remember to research the candidates, make a voting plan, and bring your friends along for the ride! Let's make a difference together! #TxLege #TxEd #GOTV
Today, and every day, we express our deepest gratitude for those who have sacrificed their lives in military service. 🇺🇸 #MemorialDay #TxEd #TxLege
This is your reminder to mail your ballots for the May 28 primary runoff election! Ballots by mail must be mailed out by Tuesday, May 28, or they will not be counted. Early voting is NOW till Friday, May 24 🗳️ #TxEd #TxLege #PrimaryRunoffElections #GOTV #GetOutTheVote
To all the incredible teachers out there, we want you to know how much your hard work and dedication mean. You are not just educators, but also mentors, role models, and inspirations to the children of Texas schools. Your tireless efforts to shape the minds of the next generation are invaluable, and we thank you. Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek! #TxEd #TxLege
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
As Texas public schools return from spring break and prepare for the final stretch, let's continue to cultivate brighter futures! 🌷📚☀️ #TxEd #TxLege #Advocacy #Springtime
Get Out the Vote
It's not too late to vote in the #TexasPrimaries. Get in line by 7 p.m. and vote — see you at the polls! #TxLege #TxEd #GOTV
Happy Election Day! 🗳️🎉 Don't forget to go vote and make your voice heard! Remember to research the candidates, make a voting plan, and bring your friends along for the ride! Let's make a difference together! #TxLege #TxEd #GOTV
How Does School Funding in Texas Compare to Other States?
Texans have high expectations for our education system, and our schools need to maintain their competitiveness with schools across the country. Yet Texas spends $3,000 to $4000 below the national average and is currently ranked 42nd in per-pupil spending.
Texas schools deserve better. Watch and tell your representative to fund our schools! https://bit.ly/SchoolFundingTX #FundOurSchools #TxLege #TxEd #Vote
This is your reminder to mail your ballots for the March 5th primary election! Ballots by mail must be mailed out by Tuesday, March 5, or they will not be counted. Early voting is NOW till Friday, March 1 🗳️ #TxEd #TxLege #PrimaryElections #GOTV #GetOutTheVote
What do Texas schools spend their money on?
The money we invest in our schools matters, just look at everything a school district's budget has to cover. But when inflation rises without sufficient additional support, that money can’t go as far. Watch our latest video to learn more: https://bit.ly/theschooldollar
#FundOurSchools #TxLege #TxEd
Reform the A-F Rating System in San Antonio
When it comes to homeownership, real estate agents may tout higher scores as better schools without knowing how the Texas school accountability system works.
“Those ratings don't necessarily indicate whether schools or whether districts are good or bad,” Jennifer Benavides, principal of Fox Tech High School in San Antonio ISD said. “I don't believe real estate agents understand the A-F rating system unless they live with an educator or know somebody who's in education.”
Read the full story on how the Texas rating system is hurting San Antonio schools at bit.ly/ReformRatingsSA
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