Raise Your Hand Texas
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Raise Your Hand Texas supports public policy solutions that invest in our students, encourage innovation and autonomy, and improve college and workforce readiness. For more information, visit RaiseYourHandTexas.org.
The application deadline is approaching! Learn how to effectively communicate and work with other leaders to advocate for the future of our public schools.
Apply for the Community Leaders Fellowship now: go.ryht.org/fellowship
#TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship
Apply for the Community Leaders Fellowship now: go.ryht.org/fellowship
#TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship
November 21, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The application deadline is approaching! Learn how to effectively communicate and work with other leaders to advocate for the future of our public schools.
Apply for the Community Leaders Fellowship now: go.ryht.org/fellowship
#TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship
Apply for the Community Leaders Fellowship now: go.ryht.org/fellowship
#TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship
Texas needs a long-term funding solution for public schools. Raise Your Hand Texas is proposing an endowment, the "Legacy Education Fund," the first new, renewable funding source for Texas’ public schools in 20 years.
Read more in our newsroom: go.ryht.org/legacyschools
Read more in our newsroom: go.ryht.org/legacyschools
Raise Your Hand Texas Briefs Legislative Offices on Endowment
The proposed “Legacy Education Fund,” an idea to create a new dedicated and permanent source of school funding for Texas, is gaining interest and support across the state. Raise Your Hand Texas wishes to collaborate with the 90th Legislature to establish a new endowment that is a continuous, increasing source of funding for public schools.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Texas needs a long-term funding solution for public schools. Raise Your Hand Texas is proposing an endowment, the "Legacy Education Fund," the first new, renewable funding source for Texas’ public schools in 20 years.
Read more in our newsroom: go.ryht.org/legacyschools
Read more in our newsroom: go.ryht.org/legacyschools
Raise Your Hand Texas Briefs Legislative Offices on Proposed New Endowment for Texas Public Schools https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/ReleaseNg/7273942/en
November 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Raise Your Hand Texas Briefs Legislative Offices on Proposed New Endowment for Texas Public Schools https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/ReleaseNg/7273942/en
New #IntersectEd episode! Recorded at #TribFest25, our panel discusses the newly proposed "Legacy Education Fund" to support long-term funding for Texas public schools. Listen: https://www.raiseyourhandtexas.org/podcast/legacyeducationfund/
#TxEd #TxLege
#TxEd #TxLege
November 19, 2025 at 10:05 PM
New #IntersectEd episode! Recorded at #TribFest25, our panel discusses the newly proposed "Legacy Education Fund" to support long-term funding for Texas public schools. Listen: https://www.raiseyourhandtexas.org/podcast/legacyeducationfund/
#TxEd #TxLege
#TxEd #TxLege
Texas is still in a school funding crisis. Let’s create a new roadmap to fund our schools. Thank you to everyone who already stopped by Open Congress today to talk school funding and the proposed “Legacy Education Fund": https://go.ryht.org/endowment
#TxEd #LegacyEducationFund #TribFest25
#TxEd #LegacyEducationFund #TribFest25
November 15, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Texas is still in a school funding crisis. Let’s create a new roadmap to fund our schools. Thank you to everyone who already stopped by Open Congress today to talk school funding and the proposed “Legacy Education Fund": https://go.ryht.org/endowment
#TxEd #LegacyEducationFund #TribFest25
#TxEd #LegacyEducationFund #TribFest25
"Texas has not identified any new revenue streams for public education since 2006. (We're) coming up on 20 years since we have really had a big policy conversation about diversifying the ways that we fund and support public schools in Texas."
Read more: https://go.ryht.org/increasefunding
Read more: https://go.ryht.org/increasefunding
Public education advocates push for new increased funding for schools
The new funding model comes amid promises from Gov. Greg Abbott to overhaul the local property tax system.
www.houstonchronicle.com
November 15, 2025 at 1:15 AM
"Texas has not identified any new revenue streams for public education since 2006. (We're) coming up on 20 years since we have really had a big policy conversation about diversifying the ways that we fund and support public schools in Texas."
Read more: https://go.ryht.org/increasefunding
Read more: https://go.ryht.org/increasefunding
Stop by the Raise Your Hand Texas tent at Open Congress on Saturday to fill up on School Funding agua frescas and chat about the proposed “Legacy Education Fund”. Don't miss this chance to sip and learn! Your knowledge is power when advocating for Texas students.
#TribFest25 #OpenCongress #TxEd
#TribFest25 #OpenCongress #TxEd
November 14, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Stop by the Raise Your Hand Texas tent at Open Congress on Saturday to fill up on School Funding agua frescas and chat about the proposed “Legacy Education Fund”. Don't miss this chance to sip and learn! Your knowledge is power when advocating for Texas students.
#TribFest25 #OpenCongress #TxEd
#TribFest25 #OpenCongress #TxEd
Teachers, leaders, policymakers: What does the latest legislative session mean for Texas classrooms? Tune in to Solve for X: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-z2tJY5xMRk
Funding, Accountability, and School Choice: Max Rombado on Texas Education Policy
In this episode of Solve for X, host Dr. Rick Fernandez welcomes Max Rombado, Legislative Director at Raise Your Hand Texas. A proud Houstonian and Springwoo...
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November 14, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Teachers, leaders, policymakers: What does the latest legislative session mean for Texas classrooms? Tune in to Solve for X: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-z2tJY5xMRk
Join us for a LIVE taping of the Intersect Ed podcast, this Friday, Nov. 14 on the 10th floor of the Raise Your Hand Texas Austin office.
Doors open at 8:30 a.m. to hear about school funding and the "Legacy Education Fund"!
#IntersectEd #Podcast #TxEd #FundOurSchools #LegacyEducationFund
Doors open at 8:30 a.m. to hear about school funding and the "Legacy Education Fund"!
#IntersectEd #Podcast #TxEd #FundOurSchools #LegacyEducationFund
November 13, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Join us for a LIVE taping of the Intersect Ed podcast, this Friday, Nov. 14 on the 10th floor of the Raise Your Hand Texas Austin office.
Doors open at 8:30 a.m. to hear about school funding and the "Legacy Education Fund"!
#IntersectEd #Podcast #TxEd #FundOurSchools #LegacyEducationFund
Doors open at 8:30 a.m. to hear about school funding and the "Legacy Education Fund"!
#IntersectEd #Podcast #TxEd #FundOurSchools #LegacyEducationFund
Are you going to #TribFest25? So are we! We're recording a special podcast LIVE this Friday, Nov. 14, about a new funding structure for schools. Come listen and participate!
It's not too late to get tickets: https://trib.it/tribfest2025-sponsor
#FundOurSchools #TxEd
It's not too late to get tickets: https://trib.it/tribfest2025-sponsor
#FundOurSchools #TxEd
November 13, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Are you going to #TribFest25? So are we! We're recording a special podcast LIVE this Friday, Nov. 14, about a new funding structure for schools. Come listen and participate!
It's not too late to get tickets: https://trib.it/tribfest2025-sponsor
#FundOurSchools #TxEd
It's not too late to get tickets: https://trib.it/tribfest2025-sponsor
#FundOurSchools #TxEd
LAST CHANCE. Registration closes tonight, Nov. 10 at MIDNIGHT. Don't lose the chance to build your advocacy plan for next session. Secure the roadmap, tools, and techniques you need to amplify your community's voice. Register now! go.ryht.org/advocacysummit
#TxEd #AdvocacySummit #Deadline
#TxEd #AdvocacySummit #Deadline
November 10, 2025 at 5:02 PM
LAST CHANCE. Registration closes tonight, Nov. 10 at MIDNIGHT. Don't lose the chance to build your advocacy plan for next session. Secure the roadmap, tools, and techniques you need to amplify your community's voice. Register now! go.ryht.org/advocacysummit
#TxEd #AdvocacySummit #Deadline
#TxEd #AdvocacySummit #Deadline
Start building the future of public schools at the Advocacy Summit! Get the tools to influence education policy. Register now: go.ryht.org/advocacysummit
#TxEd #TxLege #TexasPublicSchools #TexasPubEd #AdvocacySummit
#TxEd #TxLege #TexasPublicSchools #TexasPubEd #AdvocacySummit
November 8, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Start building the future of public schools at the Advocacy Summit! Get the tools to influence education policy. Register now: go.ryht.org/advocacysummit
#TxEd #TxLege #TexasPublicSchools #TexasPubEd #AdvocacySummit
#TxEd #TxLege #TexasPublicSchools #TexasPubEd #AdvocacySummit
Going to #TribFest25? We are! Raise Your Hand Texas is proud to sponsor and discuss school funding. Get your tickets now: https://trib.it/tribfest2025-sponsor Let us know if you’ll be there! 👇 #TexasTribune #TxLege #TxEd
November 7, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Going to #TribFest25? We are! Raise Your Hand Texas is proud to sponsor and discuss school funding. Get your tickets now: https://trib.it/tribfest2025-sponsor Let us know if you’ll be there! 👇 #TexasTribune #TxLege #TxEd
The Advocacy Summit is your opportunity to transform your passion for your community into an effective advocacy plan, while connecting with other school leaders like you.
Register today at https://go.ryht.org/advocacysummit
#TxEd #TxLege #TexasPublicSchools #TexasPubEd #AdvocacySummit
Register today at https://go.ryht.org/advocacysummit
#TxEd #TxLege #TexasPublicSchools #TexasPubEd #AdvocacySummit
November 4, 2025 at 7:21 PM
The Advocacy Summit is your opportunity to transform your passion for your community into an effective advocacy plan, while connecting with other school leaders like you.
Register today at https://go.ryht.org/advocacysummit
#TxEd #TxLege #TexasPublicSchools #TexasPubEd #AdvocacySummit
Register today at https://go.ryht.org/advocacysummit
#TxEd #TxLege #TexasPublicSchools #TexasPubEd #AdvocacySummit
📣 THIS IS IT: Texas, it’s Election Day!
Polls are open 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Remember: Public Education is Always on the Ballot!
#ElectionDayTX #Vote #TxEd
Polls are open 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Remember: Public Education is Always on the Ballot!
#ElectionDayTX #Vote #TxEd
November 4, 2025 at 1:55 PM
📣 THIS IS IT: Texas, it’s Election Day!
Polls are open 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Remember: Public Education is Always on the Ballot!
#ElectionDayTX #Vote #TxEd
Polls are open 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Remember: Public Education is Always on the Ballot!
#ElectionDayTX #Vote #TxEd
Happy Halloween from us to you! 🧡 🎃
Don't let the scariest thing this Halloween be the future of public schools. 👻 Join us in advocating for our public schools this spooky season and year-round!
#RaiseYourHandTexas #Halloween2025
Don't let the scariest thing this Halloween be the future of public schools. 👻 Join us in advocating for our public schools this spooky season and year-round!
#RaiseYourHandTexas #Halloween2025
November 1, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Happy Halloween from us to you! 🧡 🎃
Don't let the scariest thing this Halloween be the future of public schools. 👻 Join us in advocating for our public schools this spooky season and year-round!
#RaiseYourHandTexas #Halloween2025
Don't let the scariest thing this Halloween be the future of public schools. 👻 Join us in advocating for our public schools this spooky season and year-round!
#RaiseYourHandTexas #Halloween2025
Today is the last day of early voting!
There’s still time to make your voice heard for Texas kids and teachers. Let’s keep the momentum going all the way to the ballot box!
#TXEd #SupportPublicEd #GOTVTexas
There’s still time to make your voice heard for Texas kids and teachers. Let’s keep the momentum going all the way to the ballot box!
#TXEd #SupportPublicEd #GOTVTexas
October 31, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Today is the last day of early voting!
There’s still time to make your voice heard for Texas kids and teachers. Let’s keep the momentum going all the way to the ballot box!
#TXEd #SupportPublicEd #GOTVTexas
There’s still time to make your voice heard for Texas kids and teachers. Let’s keep the momentum going all the way to the ballot box!
#TXEd #SupportPublicEd #GOTVTexas
Apply now for the Raise Your Hand Texas Community Leaders Fellowship! This 18-month program equips teams to advocate for public education. Don't miss out: https://go.ryht.org/fellowship
#TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship #TexasPublicSchools #TexasLeaders
#TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship #TexasPublicSchools #TexasLeaders
October 29, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Apply now for the Raise Your Hand Texas Community Leaders Fellowship! This 18-month program equips teams to advocate for public education. Don't miss out: https://go.ryht.org/fellowship
#TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship #TexasPublicSchools #TexasLeaders
#TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship #TexasPublicSchools #TexasLeaders
San Antonio, stay informed on new education laws from the 89th Legislative Session. Read more: go.ryht.org/SALaws
#SATX #SanAntonioSchools #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX
#SATX #SanAntonioSchools #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX
How new education legislation is impacting San Antonio-area schools and families
As Texas students head back to school, educators and families are adjusting to new laws passed during the 89th Legislative Session. They are also reviewing changes to the STAAR test that will be implemented in several years, following the passage of House Bill 8 by the Legislature on the final day of the second called special session.
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October 25, 2025 at 1:15 PM
San Antonio, stay informed on new education laws from the 89th Legislative Session. Read more: go.ryht.org/SALaws
#SATX #SanAntonioSchools #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX
#SATX #SanAntonioSchools #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX
Need to vote by mail? 📨
TODAY is your LAST chance to request a ballot in Texas. Don’t let barriers stop your voice—apply now. Learn more at: go.ryht.org/vote2025
#TXEd #VoteForPublicEd #RegisterToVote
TODAY is your LAST chance to request a ballot in Texas. Don’t let barriers stop your voice—apply now. Learn more at: go.ryht.org/vote2025
#TXEd #VoteForPublicEd #RegisterToVote
October 24, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Need to vote by mail? 📨
TODAY is your LAST chance to request a ballot in Texas. Don’t let barriers stop your voice—apply now. Learn more at: go.ryht.org/vote2025
#TXEd #VoteForPublicEd #RegisterToVote
TODAY is your LAST chance to request a ballot in Texas. Don’t let barriers stop your voice—apply now. Learn more at: go.ryht.org/vote2025
#TXEd #VoteForPublicEd #RegisterToVote
Early voting is officially open!
Every vote is a step toward stronger, more supported public schools—especially in your local school board races. Head to the polls and let your voice lift up Texas students and educators!
#TXEd #SupportPublicEd
Every vote is a step toward stronger, more supported public schools—especially in your local school board races. Head to the polls and let your voice lift up Texas students and educators!
#TXEd #SupportPublicEd
October 20, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Early voting is officially open!
Every vote is a step toward stronger, more supported public schools—especially in your local school board races. Head to the polls and let your voice lift up Texas students and educators!
#TXEd #SupportPublicEd
Every vote is a step toward stronger, more supported public schools—especially in your local school board races. Head to the polls and let your voice lift up Texas students and educators!
#TXEd #SupportPublicEd
Starting in 2027-28, Texas students will take 3 assessments: 2 formative tests and a Texas Education Agency exam like the #STAAR. Read more: https://go.ryht.org/HTXLaws
#HTX #HoustonPublicSchools #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX
#HTX #HoustonPublicSchools #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX
October 18, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Starting in 2027-28, Texas students will take 3 assessments: 2 formative tests and a Texas Education Agency exam like the #STAAR. Read more: https://go.ryht.org/HTXLaws
#HTX #HoustonPublicSchools #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX
#HTX #HoustonPublicSchools #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX
Apply now for the Raise Your Hand Texas Community Leaders Fellowship! This 18-month program equips teams to advocate for public education. Don't miss out: https://go.ryht.org/fellowship
#TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship #TexasPublicSchools #TexasLeaders
#TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship #TexasPublicSchools #TexasLeaders
October 16, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Apply now for the Raise Your Hand Texas Community Leaders Fellowship! This 18-month program equips teams to advocate for public education. Don't miss out: https://go.ryht.org/fellowship
#TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship #TexasPublicSchools #TexasLeaders
#TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship #TexasPublicSchools #TexasLeaders
Located on the beautiful grounds of the Texas Capitol, the Tejano Monument honors the contributions of Tejanos to the State of Texas. In addition, the Tejano History Curriculum Project was created with the monument, helping to incorporate Tejano history into K-12 curriculum in Texas schools!
October 9, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Located on the beautiful grounds of the Texas Capitol, the Tejano Monument honors the contributions of Tejanos to the State of Texas. In addition, the Tejano History Curriculum Project was created with the monument, helping to incorporate Tejano history into K-12 curriculum in Texas schools!
Read the full story at go.ryht.org/DFWLaws
North Texas school districts are processing new education laws passed during the 89th Legislative Session, while also helping families understand that these mandates are coming from the state, not local schools.
#DFW #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX
North Texas school districts are processing new education laws passed during the 89th Legislative Session, while also helping families understand that these mandates are coming from the state, not local schools.
#DFW #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX
Balancing change, classroom needs: DFW-area schools implement new education policies
As Texas students head back to school, educators and families are adjusting to new laws passed during the 89th lLegislative sSession. They are also reviewing changes to the STAAR test that will be implemented in several years, following the passage of House Bill 8 (HB 8) by the Legislature on the final day of the second called special session.
go.ryht.org
October 7, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Read the full story at go.ryht.org/DFWLaws
North Texas school districts are processing new education laws passed during the 89th Legislative Session, while also helping families understand that these mandates are coming from the state, not local schools.
#DFW #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX
North Texas school districts are processing new education laws passed during the 89th Legislative Session, while also helping families understand that these mandates are coming from the state, not local schools.
#DFW #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX