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.
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First of Many Victories for Arizona ChildrenOn March 9, Stand for Children achieved a major win: the passage
of critically important overrides in Kyrene and Phoenix Union school districts.
Stand for Children members spent five rallying 4,800 voters to approve these
measures. In Kyrene, the $12.5 million override will preserve reading
intervention programs, music, PE, and art, and keep class sizes reasonable. In
Phoenix Union, the $4.5 million override will preserve guidance counselors and
extra-curricular programs, and maintain current class sizes. Have 2 Hours to Help
1 Million Mass. Children?Legislators are facing tough budget decisions this spring. They need to see how many people care about protecting public education. Join us at an indoor rally for education at the State House on March 23rd. Register today for Day on the Hill! New! Make a virtual sign to send a message to Beacon Hill at www.stand.org/ma/signs. We will deliver your sign to legislators at the Day on the Hill to show that you stand for children and public education.
1 Week to Cheer Tenn. to the Finish Line
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$500 Million for SchoolsTennessee is one of 16 states in the Race to the Top finals. Our state could win $500 million for public education improvements if we can make a strong case to Race to the Top decision makers on March 16. Add your voice to show key public support and help win the race!
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