Dr Deidre Parish, Amarillo ISD
"The Advocacy Summit is a unique learning event. The sessions were very beneficial to understanding the legislative process, including the involvement of our community leaders. It was a great learning experience."
"The Advocacy Summit is a unique learning event. The sessions were very beneficial to understanding the legislative process, including the involvement of our community leaders. It was a great learning experience."
"Participating in the Advocacy Summit was extremely impactful. The networking and learning opportunities not only sharpened my own understanding but also equipped me to better educate and engage my community. In a small, rural...
“I gained valuable insight on how and when to connect with our legislators and how different connections or intersections can help build relationships and consideration when key legislative issues arise. They call it Power...
"Find your voice and your passion, take the leap and get involved."
"If we do not speak up, those that DO will have their concerns addressed first. It is important, even as busy as we are, to be able to take time and advocate."
"You need to get involved—change will not happen if no one knows that change needs to happen."
"Do not hesitate to use your voice. I teach that to students but do not always take the time to practice what I teach. Your voice and story matter."
“I am incredibly thankful for the Trustee Advocates Program. As a trustee, I feel more equipped and confident to lead my community through the advocacy process. (As of today,) we are not even finished...
“The key to becoming a proactive advocate for the resources and support our children deserve, is having access to the knowledge that enables us to effectively navigate legislative processes. Raise Your Hand Texas provides...
“The Trustee Advocate Program by Raise Your Hand Texas is a call-to-action for local elected school board officials to collaborate with their respective superintendent to engage and advocate for students.”
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