With the Presidential Election in November and the start of the 89th Texas Legislative session in January, your voice and vote are critical. You play a key role in shaping conversations around public education as a school leader. Here are ways to use your expertise and influence to make a positive difference for Texas students and educators.
Vote in every election because “education is on the ballot at every level” (Texas Educators Vote, 2021). Research candidates using a variety of trusted sources to find out where they stand on public education. The people you elect make important decisions about school funding, standardized testing, whether to support or undermine public education, and more. Learn “Who Does What in Public Education.”
Know who represents you at your home address as well as at your school. Keep legislators informed of the issues impacting your school and community. Here are tips for communicating with legislators.
Stay informed on current issues by joining TEPSA’s Advocacy Network. Text and email alerts make it easy for you to reach out to legislators when urgent action is needed. Sign up for TEPSA’s Advocacy Network.
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Source: Texas Educators Vote. (2021).
