PLANO — Missed last week’s candidate forum? We’ve got the highlights from the conversation between Rep. Matt Shaheen (R) and Rep. Sandeep Srivastava (D). Watch here: https://www.raiseyourhandtexas.org/public-education-candidate-forums/ #TXLege #PlanoVotes #PublicEducation #RaiseYourHandTexas

“The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically.” — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. On this MLK Jr. Day, we honor his vision by continuing the work toward equitable, high-quality public education for all students in Texas. #MLKDay #TxEd

New year, new look. Our refreshed website is officially live! Built to better serve advocates, educators, and Texans who care about public education. Explore the updates and join us in shaping what’s next. https://www.raiseyourhandtexas.org/ #TexasEducation #NewWebsite #RaiseYourHandTexas

Week one of school 2026 is done! Are we measuring what matters in Texas public schools? A single test can’t tell the whole story of a student's success. Let's get a fuller picture: https://www.raiseyourhandtexas.org/advancing-public-education/our-advocacy-campaigns/measure-what-matters/

A new year means new ways to get out and vote. Get updates, sign up for election reminders, and contact your Regional Advocacy Director for Texas public education: https://www.raiseyourhandtexas.org/advancing-public-education/our-advocacy-campaigns/vote/ #GetOutTheVote #GOTV #GOTVTexas

We hope Texas students, educators, and families had a good start to 2026! A new semester means new possibilities. As students across Texas return to class, we remain committed to ensuring every student has access to a high-quality public education, this spring and beyond. #TexasPublicSchools

"Funded through an initial investment, the fund’s principal would be invested to generate earnings distributed to support education across the state. This creates a self-sustaining revenue source that grows over time, providing schools with financial stability." https://go.ryht.org/houstonlegacy

Applications for our Community Leaders Fellowship close TOMORROW! Join our distinguished fellowship to learn how to effectively advocate for our public schools. Apply for the Community Leaders Fellowship now: go.ryht.org/fellowship #TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship

Wrapping up our 13 Days of Regional Advocacy Directors! Today, we celebrate Kelley, an award-winning advocate and PTA leader, who connects families, districts, and policymakers to boost public education in Texas! #TxEd #TxLege #CollinCounty #DentonCounty #DFW #NorthTexas

🎶 Day 12 of 13 Days of Regional Advocacy Directors! Meet Giovanni, Dallas County's Advocacy Director, dedicated to strengthening public education. #TxEd #TxLege #Advocacy #Dallas #DallasTexas #DallasCounty #DallasPublicSchools

Day 11 of our 13 Days of Advocacy! Today, we celebrate Jackson Griffon, advocating for public educator pensions and quality education for all! #TxEd #TxLege #Advocacy #HTX #EastHouston #GulfCoast

Celebrating Deann Lee, our East Texas Regional Advocacy Director! With 32 years in public education, her expertise and passion for Texas schools shine! #TxEd #TxLege #Advocacy #EastTexas #NortheastTexas #ParisTexas

Applications will close soon! Join our distinguished fellowship to learn how to advocate effectively for our public schools. Apply for the Community Leaders Fellowship now: go.ryht.org/fellowship #TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship

Happy holidays to all the teachers, parents, administrators, advocates, and students who make Texas public education extraordinary! ✨ We hope you enjoy a restful break with loved ones. Here are some fun ideas on how to spend your winter break this year. ⛄❄️ #HappyHolidays #TxEd #PublicEducation

Day 9 of 13 Days of Regional Advocacy Directors! Meet John “L.J.” Porras, our El Paso/Far West Director! A #ValentineTexas native, he’s uniting urban, rural, and frontier voices to shape public education. #TxEd #TxLege #Advocacy #FarWestTexas #WestTexas #ElPaso #WestTexasSchools

For the seventh day of 13 Days of Regional Advocacy Directors, we are thrilled to spotlight Natalia Gómez Ramback! Natalia brings nearly two decades of experience to public education advocacy and is dedicated to cultivating effective leadership across the public education system! #TxEd #TxLege

It’s Day 6 of 13 Days of Regional Advocacy Directors! Today, we are highlighting Maritza, our West Houston Advocacy Director! Martiza has roots in teaching, election work, and nonprofit leadership, bringing a unique perspective to Texas public education! #TxEd #TxLege #Advocacy #WestHouston #HTX

The highest impact action you can take this week? 30 seconds to shape the 2026 election season. Secure the future of Texas public schools: https://go.ryht.org/fundthefuture #TxEd #FundTheFuture #TxLege #Texas #TexasElections #TexasPublicSchools

Day 5 of the 13 Days of Regional Advocacy Directors! Meet Chris Robey, a dedicated advocate with over a decade in mental health and nonprofit leadership, committed to strengthening public education. 💪 #TxEd #TxLege #FortWorth #FortWorthTexas #ATX #Austin #Advocacy

Prioritize Texas public schools for the 2026 election! ⏳ In 30 seconds, ask your candidate to support resilient funding: https://go.ryht.org/fundthefuture #TexasPublicSchools

Celebrating Day 4 of our 13 Days of Regional Advocacy Directors! Meet Deanna, with 20 years of advocating for students in public education! 📖 #TxEd #TxLege #WestTexas #SanAngelo #BradyTexas

Take 30 seconds to send a message to state candidates: Texans want new, resilient funding that protects our schools from the two-year budget cuts that leave them vulnerable: https://go.ryht.org/fundthefuture #TxEd #FundTheFuture #TxLege #Texas #TexasPublicSchools

It's the 3rd day we are celebrating our Regional Advocacy Directors. Meet Clarissa! With experience founding youth advocacy programs and successfully campaigning for safer schools and staff raises, Clarissa brings a powerful voice to public education! #TxEd #RGV #McAllen #RioGrandeValley #SouthTexas

Texas public schools need bold funding progress! Urge candidates to act now. Message your current Texas state candidates in 30 seconds. Click here to start: https://go.ryht.org/fundthefuture #TxEd #TxLege #FundTheFuture #Texas #TexasElections #TexasPublicSchools

We’re spotlighting our Regional Advocacy Directors! ⭐ Meet Mario Piña, a leader in bilingual education and community organizing. #TxEd #TxLege #GreaterAustin #ATX #Austin #Advocacy

Introducing the 13 Days of Regional Advocacy Directors! First up is Skylar Gallop, Senior Regional Advocacy Director for the Panhandle. A former news anchor, Skylar is dedicated to informing advocates on issues vital to Texas students. #TxEd #Advocacy #TxLege #Panhandle

“The ‘Legacy Education Fund’ is about adding new dollars to the system, not just moving the same money.” Read the full article at go.ryht.org/austinlegacy #TxEd #TxLege #LegacyEducationFund

Alabama, Colorado, Mississippi, and Connecticut have public education endowments funded by revenue and private contributions. Imagine the impact in Texas! Read more: https://go.ryht.org/legacysa #TxEd #TxLege #LegacyEducationFund

Imagine a lasting investment in public schools! 🎓 The latest live #IntersectEd podcast talks about the "Legacy Education Fund"—a proposal for Texas schools. Watch it now: https://youtu.be/TbiOxX3ZW4w

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 This Thanksgiving, we're grateful for all the amazing educators, staff, and students in our public schools. Let us know what you are thankful for! 👇 #Thanksgiving #TxEd #TxLege #Holidays2025

The Early Bird deadline is just around the corner! Don't miss this amazing opportunity to advocate alongside other community and school leaders. Apply for the Community Leaders Fellowship now: go.ryht.org/fellowship #TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship

Texas spends $3,500 less per student than the national average. The "Legacy Education Fund" could provide schools with a reliable source of revenue. Read more: go.ryht.org/atxfund #TxEd #TxLege #LegacyEducationFund

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

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

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/#IntersectEd#TribFest25 #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

"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

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

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

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#TribFest25? #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

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

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#TribFest25?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

📣 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

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

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

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