An Educator’s Journey to Reclaim Her Roots
Natalia Gómez Ramback is the youngest of 10, raised by her grandparents in Papalote, Texas, a small community about 40 minutes north of Corpus Christi. From the time Natalia was four or five, she...
Please tell the Governor to HO-HO-HO-Hold Our Schools Harmless
Please tell the Governor to HO-HO-HO-Hold Our Schools Harmless Santa, Six years ago, we wrote to you to ask for high-quality, full-day pre-K across Texas for eligible kids. And you helped deliver on that...
The 2020 Election Season is Finally Over — the Real Work Starts Now
Higher political engagement across Texas could bring changes during the next legislative session, but one thing remains intact: Strong support for public education. By Dr. Michelle Smith Vice President of Policy and Advocacy Raise...
Fort Worth Parents Find Commonality When Supporting Public Schools
Regional Advocacy Director, Greater Fort Worth Raise Your Hand It’s been said that Fort Worth natives are a proud folk. Those who have grown up in the city “Where the West Begins” certainly don’t...
Scenes of Resilience from Texas School Reopenings
As Texas public schools reopen, educators are showing us what courage looks like. What compassion looks like. What innovation looks like. Join us in supporting Texas public schools as they have supported us. Get...
Public Education Is Always on the Ballot
Public schools are at the center of our democracy. They are where how government works and the meaning of civic duty and responsibility are taught. Now that early voting has begun in Texas, there...
Have you made your voting plan?
Raise Your Hand Texas resources can help you create your pro-public voting plan Public education is on the ballot every election season and this has never been more apparent than the upcoming November election....
Countdown to Being Counted
With just days until the 2020 Census deadline and a lot of other worries on their plates, school districts are scrambling to help get people counted By Max Rombado Policy Research Associate Raise Your...
