Supporting our public schools through advocacy and service.
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The spread of false information is leading to increased attacks on school boards during public feedback. It is crucial to have a clear understanding of the truth. Let's address common claims and questions about Title IX. buff.ly/4dEJled
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It's BANNED BOOK WEEK! In our continual quest for the freedom to read, we are uplifting the “We Are Stronger Than Censorship” campaign that donates two books for every challenged book in affected districts across the US. (and it’s tax-deductible).
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This year, Michigan public schools are facing a $125 million reduction in mental health funding. MI legislators MUST pass a supplemental bill to restore this funding! We're asking folks to call these 7 legislators ASAP to make it happen! buff.ly/3XnjUry
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The state budget process is coming to a close, and now is a critical time for action! We must make sure that our demands are heard loud and clear. @miedjustice @deboernancy @JasonMorganMI @ReginaforRep @darrincamilleri
Call these legislators *today* & let them know that we want:
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Our funding system for public education is broken. We have to do better. We call on MI Legislators to ensure MEJC’s budget asks are in their final budget.
Send an email TODAY to @deboernancy, @JasonMorganMI & @reginaforrep: actionnetwork.org/letters/ur…
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Curious about our budget recommendations for the 2024-2025 fiscal year? Check out a quick breakdown here! For the full details: bit.ly/mejc_budget_recom
Our network has compiled a set of budget recommendations and asks that ensure the needs of our youth are met 🤲🏾
ALT ID 1: Green background. Photo of a school hallway. Text reads, "1. Fully funding our schools by raising an additional $4.5 billion in new revenue and commit to stop cutting revenue in Michigan." ID 2: Green background. Photo of a student raising their hand in class. Text reads, "2. Fix funding for special education and English Language Learners so that students with higher needs have enough resources." ID 3: Green background. Photo of a two people having a conversation. Text reads, "3. Proactively invest in student mental health rather than the school to prison pipeline." ID 4: Green background. Photo of a school bus. Text reads, "4. Increase funding for school transportation and facilities."
We just wrote a @miedjustice letter: Invest In MEJC Budget Asks . Write one here: actionnetwork.org/letters/in…
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The % of voucher users who were never in public school goes *even higher* with the universal scheme they’re proposing now.
Almost as if researchers like me have been warning about this—and the voucher lobbyists got it wrong.
As usual.
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TONIGHT! We’re coming together from Detroit to Okemos to Grand Rapids, to demand political leaders pass new legislation– making sure that our teachers have all they need to support students’ reading!
Join us: bit.ly/Right2ReadLaunch
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Students deserve the freedom to learn, but certain politicians want to limit what they learn by banning books, censoring curriculum & underfunding our schools. Join us & tell MI's elected leaders that our kids need the freedom to read 👊🏾 bit.ly/Right2ReadLaunch #RightToRead
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ELC’s #MakingTheGrade 2023 report. Find out how fair school funding is in your state. edlawcenter.org/research/mak… via @EdLawCenter
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Now that the election's over, we can get back to business! Our pride in FHPS does not mean we are complacent. Advocate for change that encourages excellence – not agendas. See you Monday! 💚 💙 ❤️
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Come for the info, stay to prove that the Forest Hills’ Majority are not Book Banners or Conspiracy Theorists! 💚 💙 ❤️
TONIGHT: 7pm, Fine Arts Center, 600 Forest Hill Ave SE
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‘Billion Dollar Bake Sale’ at Capitol Steps on Count Day Raises Awareness of $4.5B Education Funding Shortfall for Michigan Schools - Lawmakers, Parents, Students and Educators Call on State to Increase K-12 Investments
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In Lansing today for the @miedjustice Billion Dollar Bake Sale to bring awareness to the need for $4.5 BILLION needed for equitable education funding. @SpeakerJoeTate we need to discuss structural revenue reform…
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We have made so much progress in getting our public schools more funding, but there is still a huge gap that needs to be filled! Can we count on you to help make this happen?
Sign the petition: actionnetwork.org/petitions/…
ALT Blue background. Text reads, "Tell MI legislators: raise the money we need for our schools! Join us and sign the petition toady!"
It's time for the September Board of Ed meeting and the one should be a doozy! Maybe we'll get explanations on the sudden, major cuts to some of our most beloved programs (or maybe not). We deserve full honesty and transparency from those in leadership. See you tonight!
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