AZ’s public schools are providing students with amazing opportunities every day all across the state. We are sharing 10 incredible #PublicSchoolProud moments from 2025 as we count down to the new year! 🎭🏆AZ drama students shined as winners of the 2025 ASU Gammage High School Musical Theatre Awards!

🎁♥️ From everyone at #TeamSOSAZ, we wish you and yours safe and happy holidays! Thank you for an incredible year fighting for public education!

Arizona’s public schools are providing students with amazing opportunities every day all across the state. We are sharing 10 incredible #PublicSchoolProud moments from 2025 as we count down to the new year! 🎉🎆

🔥 OPINION: When universal ESA voucher logic is applied to other public services it becomes clear: the community suffers when we allow individuals to divert taxpayer $ away from a public institution, meant to benefit the good of society, into a private business. ➡ www.yourvalley.net/surprise-ind...

Public school closures in AZ are accelerating at an alarming rate, with 28 since universal voucher expansion & 4 more closures expected in Amphi. Make no mistake: this is a part of the voucher lobby’s plan to destroy public education as laid out in Project 2025 — Defund > Discredit > Dismantle 😡

☎️ TODAY at 3:00 PM: Join #TeamSOSAZ’s virtual phonebank, we need your help to call new voters & get them registered. This is your last chance to take action with us before the end of 2025! We provide training & tools — jump in and help make a difference for AZ! Sign up ➡️ mobilize.us/s/gWxktr

🔥 OPINION: “Vouchers were sold as giving better access to more children but as we can easily see from its implementation in Arizona, it is not benefiting the majority of our children." www.yourvalley.net/stories/it-w...

😞 8 more community public schools set to close as AZ’s voucher program skyrockets past $1B in costs 📣 7 days to voice opposition to Trump’s federal voucher scheme – make your voice heard! 💥 New national report shows AZ’s voucher program is highly inequitable and prone to fraud and abuse

💔 Our hearts break for the Kyrene community, as the Kyrene School Board has voted to close 6 schools over the next two years after months of community input and consideration. www.abc15.com/news/region-...

🚨The national Education Law Center urges states to reject the new federal voucher scheme, which threatens to drain billions from our public schools Like AZ’s off-the-rails voucher programs, this scheme lacks accountability, opens the door for discrimination, & bypasses civil rights protections.

🏆 Do you know an incredible Arizona educator, staff member, or school leader? Nominate them for our Champions of Public Education awards today! ✍️ bit.ly/CAPSnom26

🤯 AZ’s universal ESA voucher spending has officially surpassed $1 BILLION annually. This financial drain is placing immense pressure on public school districts, contributing to more than 30 school closures across the state since universal ESA vouchers were forced through against the will of voters.

📊 Public support for K-12 education funding in Arizona remains extremely high, contrasting sharply with voter approval of the state legislature's performance. See more at ▶️ stand.org/arizona/our-...

📊 NEW: The data is in on Arizona’s universal ESA voucher program, and the findings are stark: 💸 State spending skyrocketed to $886M in 2024–2025, with 71% of universal vouchers going to students already in private school or homeschool More in comments

🎁This holiday season, give the gift of inspiration — tickets to SOSAZ Network’s 3rd Annual Celebration of AZ’s Public Schools! This is more than just a ticket; it’s an invitation to a night of joy & community. It’s the perfect present for the educator, student, or public school advocate!

After years of the AZ legislature pushing universal ESA vouchers and defunding local public schools, many districts are being forced to cut their already bare-bones budgets. 💸 What is the total voucher drain in YOUR local district? Find out here: bit.ly/VoucherDrain

☎️ TONIGHT at 5:30 PM: Join #TeamSOSAZ’s virtual phonebank, we need your help to call new voters and get them registered. This is your chance to take action before the end of the year! We provide training and tools — jump in and help make a difference for AZ! Sign up ➡️ mobilize.us/s/gWxktr

The Education Law Center just released its 2025 “Making the Grade” report, and Arizona schools remain at the bottom of the nation for K12 funding. In fact, when it comes to school funding effort, AZ comes in at 49th out of 50 😡 Read the full report: edlawcenter.org/research/mak...

😡Make no mistake, the goal of the Trump administration is to destroy public education. Moms for Liberty co-founder & VP at the Heritage Foundation made that crystal clear. When asked what percentage of kids should be in public schools going forward, her response:“I hope zero, I hope to get to zero.”

🗣️ SPEAK UP: AZ's public schools, students, and educators are facing unprecedented attacks. From Trump's push for an extremist civics takeover to the damage caused by AZ's off-the-rails universal voucher scheme, and more, YOUR voice is needed. Make your voice heard today ➡️ sosarizona.org/speak-up/

😥 An unprecedented number of AZ’s neighborhood public schools are being forced to close at an alarming rate, spurred by chronic underfunding and AZ’s universal ESA voucher fiasco. www.azfamily.com/2025/12/11/w...

📈 NEW: The @edlawcenter.bsky.social released its 2025 “Making the Grade” report this week. Once again, AZ remains FAR behind the national average for K12 funding, ranking 48th 😔 #FundOurSchools Read the full report: edlawcenter.org/research/mak...

📆 TODAY @ 5:30pm: Join SOSAZ for an impactful deep canvassing training session. 🗣️ This is your last chance of the year to go beyond traditional outreach by genuinely listening, understanding, and connecting around public education & more 🤝 Register ➡️ mobilize.us/sosarizona/event/797012/

👀 Millions in ESA voucher funds are being spent on personal trips and non-essential purchases, while AZ public school teachers self-fund basic supplies like copy paper & crayons. 🤯 Taxpayer dollars intended for classrooms are now subsidizing family vacations.

After years of the Arizona legislature defunding local public schools and forcing in universal ESA vouchers, many districts are being forced to cut their already bare-bones budgets. 💸 What is the total voucher drain in YOUR local district? Find out here: bit.ly/VoucherDrain

Save Our Schools Arizona is offering voter-registration volunteer trainings in Jan & Feb. After training 60 new volunteers last month, they’re looking for more people to support person-to-person voter outreach statewide. Sign up: mobilize.us/s/GhXBYJ #Arizona #VoterRegistration @sosarizona.org

Misspending in AZ's ESA voucher program is soaring – the total sent to collections grew by 2000%over the last year! 😳 This news comes as Attorney General Kris Mayes is weighing a lawsuit against Superintendent Tom Horne for his reckless $2,000 auto-approval policy for all ESA voucher purchases.

💥 NEW: Yesterday, the AZ Board of Education moved forward with Supt. Horne’s effort to pre-emptively obey Trump’s anti-DEI executive order — despite the fact that the order has been blocked by a federal judge.

👉 AG Mayes is launching a major investigation into Supt. Horne’s automatic approval of all voucher purchases under $2K, calling out the shocking lack of oversight that has allowed for blatant misuse of taxpayer funds. More K-12 news in our new #WeeklyEdReport ▶️ bit.ly/Dec8EdReport

TODAY @ 3pm: Join the #TeamSOSAZ virtual voter registration phonebank! ☎️ We need your help to call new voters and get them registered. No experience necessary — we provide all the training and tools you need! Sign up now to get the Zoom link ➡️ mobilize.us/s/gWxktr

💰Hobbs vows voucher reform in the 2026 budget 💪AG Mayes is conducting a major "public monies investigation" into Supt. Horne's ESA voucher auto-approvals on purchases under $2,000 🗣️Speak up & take action to protect public education This and more in the latest #WeeklyEdReport @ bit.ly/Dec8EdReport

👉 “For over a decade, Republican legislators were not talking about vouchers, and then out of nowhere they make it a priority issue. What happened? One person decided to throw around tens of millions of dollars.”

Public schools are vital neighborhood hubs and a cornerstone of democracy. Jeanette and Larry understand the importance of fighting for Arizona public schools — they are dedicated readers of our #WeeklyEdReports so they can keep up on K-12 news and calls to action.

Devastating public school closures are spreading across AZ, driven in large part by private school vouchers 😢 In Pima County, Amphitheater District may be forced to close 4 neighborhood schools due to massive losses fueled by the nearly $1 billion universal voucher program & declining birth rates.

🗳️#TeamSOSAZ is dedicated to registering AZ's to vote and ensuring every voice is heard. From phonebanking to door knocking and attending community events — we're on the ground across the state, meeting people where they are. Join the SOSAZ Voter Registration Squad ➡️ www.mobilize.us/sosarizona/e...

“50 years ago, President Gerald Ford signed the Education for All Handicapped Children Act, the landmark law that created special education as it exists today, and guaranteed all children with disabilities the right to a ‘free appropriate public education.’”

💥 Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is ramping up her investigation into Arizona's ESA voucher program, demanding that Superintendent Tom Horne stop automatically approving all purchases under $2000, which have included luxury items like jewelry, TVs, iPhones, and lingerie.

On Monday, Dec 8th, the State Board of Education will vote on Supt. Horne’s proposal to gut critical components of AZ teaching and bilingual education standards, using Trump’s anti-DEI Executive Order as an excuse to continue his decades-long attacks.

💙 WOW! What a #GivingTuesday it has been! Your donations will be doubled until midnight, and we are so very close to hitting our $20,000 goal! We’ve had an incredible 72 donors contribute nearly $17,000, and we are so grateful!

🚨 Payson & Pine-Strawberry are losing millions every year to Arizona’s $1 billion universal ESA voucher program — a private subsidy for mostly wealthy families who were already choosing private schooling. www.paysonroundup.com/news/advocat...

💙 Happy #GivingTuesday!!! Today’s the day to fuel nonprofits around the US who fight for issues that matter to our children, families, and communities. 🎉 🎉 🎉 Whether you can give $5 or $500, your support means the world to us! Donate ➡️ www.sosaznetwork.org/donate

💙 Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday. But you can start giving NOW with double the impact! A donor has pledged to DOUBLE YOUR DONATIONS with a donation match through tomorrow 🎉 You can give at www.sosaznetwork.org/donate

After years of the Arizona legislature defunding local public schools by siphoning taxpayer dollars to universal ESA vouchers, many districts are being forced to cut their already bare-bones budgets. 👀 Find & share the impact on your local public school district here: bit.ly/voucher-drain

💥🗳️THIS WEEK: Join SOSAZ & partner organizations for critical work on VOTER REGISTRATION. ☎️ Tuesday 12/2 @ 5pm – Gen Z phonebank (in-person) 🗳️ Tuesday 12/2 @ 6pm – Voter Registration training (virtual) Register to help with voter registration and make a difference for AZ: mobilize.us/sosarizona

💙 #GivingTuesday is THIS Tuesday, but you can make a difference TODAY! Join SOSAZ Network’s efforts to ensure every Arizona child has access to a high-quality public school in their neighborhood — donate now! Donate here: sosaznetwork.org/donate

www.mobilize.us/mobilize/eve... Want to help register new voters? Join us for a virtual training to learn the ins and outs of registering voters in your community! Save Our Schools! #SOSAZ #Arizona

💙 #GivingTuesday is THIS Tuesday — and you don’t have to wait. Give to SOSAZ Network today and become a champion for Arizona students! Every dollar is used to protect accessible, equitable, well-resourced public schools for all. You can give at www.sosaznetwork.org/donate

Arizona’s universal ESA voucher program is now costing taxpayers $1 BILLION per year! 🤯 👀 Find & share the impact on your local public school district here: bit.ly/voucher-drain

✨ Tickets are now available for SOSAZ Network’s 3rd Annual Celebration of Arizona’s Public Schools! Don’t miss an unforgettable evening featuring inspiring speakers & student performances, delicious food and drinks, an amazing silent auction, & more! 🎉 For more info visit: www.sosaznetwork/caps

#Higley celebrates straight-A campuses as officials review state school grades  www.yourvalley.net/gilbert-inde... the #Arizona Department of Education awarded every Higley campus an A. #PublicSchools - the best.