Paige Shoemaker DeMio
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Paige Shoemaker DeMio
@pbshoemaker
currently @EdProgress | former educator | @OhioU & @Glenn_college alumna | was once described as “a little woman with a big presence” | opinions are my own







This year marks the 50th anniversary of IDEA—a landmark law that ensured millions of disabled students would receive quality education. Yet, that promised education is at risk today with a federal funding gap of over $38 billion.






"If you're not visiting a classroom, if you're not visiting a school building [...] you're not doing your job." Lawmakers need to meet with, listen to, and learn from the people they're meant to represent.

As Dr. Balbus explains, it will take a whole-of-society response to ensure our children are protected from the impacts of extreme heat and have the save future they deserve. To learn more, watch a recording of our recent event: americanprogress.org/events/reachin…
