Where Do Children Stand?Today, for the first time in our nation's history, the next generation will likely fare worse than their parents - unless we intervene. Global competition and automation have led to the loss of tens of millions of U.S. jobs in the past generation. For children to succeed in today's fast changing world, we must equip them to be proficient in core academic subjects, effective communicators and team players, and capable of learning quickly. View indicators of investment in education and student achievement for Arizona, Colorado, Massachusetts, Oregon, Tennessee, and Washington. Our MissionStand for Children’s mission is to use the power of grassroots action to help all children get the excellent public education and strong support they need to thrive.
| Washington: Go for Gold - $250 Million for EducationU.S. athletes are preparing to compete for Olympic victory. Now it’s time for Washington to go for the gold and position our public schools to win $250 million in federal Race to the Top grant funds that will improve the odds for Washington children. Pledge your support today! Tennessee: Join Us for Breakfast and Pre-K Day on the HillWe cordially invite Tennesseans for breakfast followed by a day of supporting pre-K on Tuesday, February 16, at Legislative Plaza. The future of the state’s 934 pre-K classrooms serving 18,000 4-year-olds is uncertain, so preserving pre-K up to us! Please sign up today for Pre-K Day on the Hill and the free breakfast beforehand.
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