RaiseYourHandTexas

Texas has changed in 20 years. Our population has grown. Our economy has expanded. Our workforce demands have shifted. But the state hasn't identified a new revenue stream for public education in the last 20 years. Learn about the proposed Legacy Education Fund here: raiseyourhandtexas.org/policy/school-… #TxEd #LegacyEducationFund

Thank you to all the parents, educators, business leaders, and trustees who joined us for the July Community Leaders Fellowship retreat. We're energized by the passion and commitment this cohort is bringing back to their districts. We can't wait to see the positive impact you'll drive in your communities. Let's keep championing Texas public education together! #RaiseYourHandTexas #TXEd #CommunityLeadersFellowship #PublicEducation

Advocacy is a team sport, because no one creates lasting change alone. As we wrap up our July session of the Community Leaders Fellowship, this cohort is proving that our voices are exponentially stronger together. It takes the entire community- parents, educators, business executives, and school leaders- locking arms to champion the foundation of the Texas economy. When we collaborate, we don't just advocate; we build a cornerstone for a world-class Texas workforce. #RaiseYourHandTexas #TXEd #TexasPublicEducation #CommunityLeadersFellowship

Advocacy is a 365-day commitment that starts at the local level. Our July Fellowship cohort is hard at work strengthening their community connections. We’re watching these teams of parents, educators, and local leaders make a real difference in Texas education policy. 🎒👏 Interested in joining the movement? Let us know what part of Texas you are in, and we can help connect you with one of our Regional Advocacy Directors: raiseyourhandtexas.org/resource/who-r… #RaiseYourHandTexas #TXEd #PublicEducation #CommunityFellows #TexasEducation

We are ready for the Community Leaders Fellowship July Summer Retreat! This next group of Texas public education advocates is working directly with local schools, administrators, teachers, and parents to support public schools in Texas. 🔗 See how our fellowship works with local communities: raiseyourhandtexas.org/advancing-publ… #RaiseYourHandTexas #TXEd #CommunityLeadersFellowship #PublicEducation #StrongerTogether #TexasEducation

Texas is the 8th largest economy in the world, but it ranks in the bottom 10 for per-pupil school funding. China Spring ISD parent Lynn Green breaks down why public education funding is reaching a critical tipping point and why she's voting with education first. Read more on how we can drive real change for Texas public schools: wacotrib.com/opinion/column… #TxEd #AdvocacyCoreTeams #TxLege

Did you know Raise Your Hand Texas has advocates working in communities across the state, including yours? Our Regional Advocacy Directors (RAD) are working to grow a pro-public education constituency across Texas. Click the Who Represents Me link in our bio to connect with a RAD in your community. raiseyourhandtexas.org/resource/who-r… #TxEd

Texas CTE programs are giving students a head start, from certified pharmacy tech to aerospace engineering and every trade in between. Real-world skills and industry credentials are all earned within your public school, getting students even more ready for the world before they walk across that graduation stage. #TxEd #CTE #CareerAndTechnicalEducation

What an incredible weekend at #LAUNCH2026! 🌟 Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to share the amazing work happening in your communities. We heard from @txstatepta groups who have funded scholarships, supported counselor salaries, and turned empty pastures into world-class playgrounds. Judging by our final board (swipe/see photos), there has been a massive statewide effort toward staff appreciation, classroom supplies, and family engagement! We are energized and ready to keep supporting public schools across Texas all year long. Just like the team at Lee H. Means Elementary PTA (check out their message in the photos), you've all done amazing work so far and show no signs of slowing down! 🎒 Which color did you add to the board this weekend? Drop your PTA name and your project in the comments below! 👇 Here is what the colors on our board represent (showing major Texas PTA projects from the past 3-5 years): 🟡 Staff Appreciation 🟤 Classroom Supplies & Teacher Grants 💖 Student Enrichment & Scholarships 🟣 Field Trips 🔵 Campus Improvements 🌐 Emergency Student Needs 🟠 Library Books 🔴 Playground Equipment 🌱 Family Engagement 🌲 Technology & Software #LAUNCH2026 #TxPTALaunch26 #TxEd #TexasPTA #PublicSchoolProud

We’re back at Booth 602/604 until 3 pm today. Did you share your work on the board yet? We're looking for more PTAs who raised money for library books and playground equipment to share their stories! P.S. If you’ve already colored and added your color sheet to the board, then share this post and celebrate how much money your PTA raised! Yellow = Staff Appreciation Brown = Classroom Supplies & Teacher Grants Magenta = Student Enrichment & Scholarships Purple = Field Trips Dark Blue = Campus Improvements Light Blue = Emergency Student Needs Orange = Library Books Red = Playground Equipment Light Green = Family Engagement Dark Green = Technology & Software #TxEd #LAUNCH2026

Holy cow(bell)! There is so much incredible work happening in schools year-round. From funding technology & software, staff appreciation, to campus improvements, PTAs in Texas help public schools get past the dusty trails and on to greener pastures. Swing by Booth 602/604 to grab a sticker or a cowbell! We're working on getting more color sheets for tomorrow so you can continue to share your PTA's impact! #TxEd #LAUNCH2026

#TxPTALaunch26 is officially underway! It’s inspiring to see PTAs stepping up and roping in new funds to serve our students and families at public schools across Texas. What’s been the highlight of your year so far? Come share your story with us at Booth 602/604. #LAUNCH2026 @TexasPTA

Good morning, @txstatepta ! If you’re at #LAUNCH2026, come visit us at Booth 602/604. We’d love to hear how you’re advocating for public schools. Let’s talk about the work you’re doing to make a difference in your community!

We’re looking forward to an inspiring weekend at the @TexasPTA, #LAUNCH2026! Stop by Booth 602/604 to share the incredible work you’ve done for your public school in the last three to five years. Let’s celebrate our #TexasPTA advocates together!

The Raise Your Hand Texas team will be at #TxPTALaunch26! Be sure to stop by Booth 602/604 and participate in our interactive Advocacy Activity to claim your custom Raise Your Hand Texas + @txstatepta LAUNCH 2026 Sticker or fun Cowbell! We have a limited supply, so be sure to visit us at Booth #602/604 before we run out!

Happy Fourth of July! Wishing Texas families a wonderful holiday filled with good food, good company, and a little bit of fireworks (or drones)!

Texas is expected to add 2.3 million jobs by 2030, and @FortBendISD isn't waiting to prepare its students. The district is introducing CTE exploration in middle school while simultaneously expanding high school offerings including a new drone program and biomedical science courses. Read more: communityimpact.com/houston/sugar-… #TxEd #CareerandTechnicalEducation

@HarlingenCISD isn't just building world-class CTE programs for its own students. It's opening the doors to neighboring @lyfordcisd too. From the Zavala STEM Academy to a Firefighter Academy to competitive robotics, this multi-district pipeline is a model for how Texas communities can work together to expand opportunity. #TxEd #CareerandTechnicalEducation

Governor Abbott recently announced new workforce directives for Texas. Raise Your Hand Texas believes Texas students should be the primary pipeline for Texas’ high-paying trades and technical jobs. Equipping public schools to prepare their students to claim these opportunities and secure high-paying local jobs keeps our economy “Texas-First.” A new, dedicated funding stream could serve as the long-term funding strategy to support these workforce priorities for decades to come. This new revenue stream could be dedicated to helping Texas public schools do their part to meet workforce needs and strengthen economic competitiveness. The Potential areas of funding needs from Gov. Abbott's directive include: Career and Technical Education (CTE) equipment and facilities Industry-based certifications and workforce credentials Apprenticeship and work-based learning programs Recruitment and retention of CTE and skilled trades instructors Rural workforce training and career pathway expansion Partnerships between school districts, community colleges, and employers Emerging workforce needs in high-growth industries

591 industry certifications. 298 seniors graduating career-ready. It's clear why @granburyisd was named a CTE District of Distinction by CTAT in 2025. “Granbury ISD’s CTE success is the result of years of collaboration with local industry, committed teachers, and students who are eager to learn,” said Todd Gibson, CTE Director. Read more: granburyisd.org/apps/news/arti… #TxEd #CareerandTechnicalEducation