Tara Thomas

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Tara Thomas

Tara Thomas

@TaraEThomas1

AASA, Government Affairs Manager. Here for education policy news and cat videos.

Katılım Ağustos 2021
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Tara Thomas@TaraEThomas1·
Every child has the right to a public education, no matter their immigration status. Despite the recent notices from ED + HHS regarding public benefits, student protections remain unchanged. This fact sheet explains what it means for immigrant students: go.tcf.org/safeschools
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David Gonzalez@dagonzal19·
I don't think it is widely known that the federal government is withholding funds that were already allocated for the upcoming school year. Schools and districts were counting on these $$$ and making decisions accordingly. This is a disaster for students, teachers, and families.
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Noelle Ellerson Ng
Noelle Ellerson Ng@Noellerson·
Here’s the money (horrible pun intended) excerpt from the letter they sent to states:
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Noelle Ellerson Ng@Noellerson

.@usedgov has confirmed they will not be obligating FY25 funds as historically done on July 1. We had hoped it would not come to this. Our statement from last week remains relevant and timely: aasa.org/news-media/new…

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Tara Thomas@TaraEThomas1·
While we watch BBB, ED announced that the remaining FY25 K12 allocations won't go out tmrw as they historically have. School leaders must be able to rely on stable fed funding - esp those already appropriated. See how much is at stake for your state here: learningpolicyinstitute.org/blog/states-fa…
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Tara Thomas@TaraEThomas1·
Hey Supts! I’m looking for a school district that participates in the Teacher and School Leader Incentive Grant Program! Please reach out if you have or can recommend a colleague.
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Tara Thomas@TaraEThomas1·
Happy Abbott Elementary + It's Always Sunny Crossover Day to all who celebrate!
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Noelle Ellerson Ng
Noelle Ellerson Ng@Noellerson·
The annual AASA superintendent salary + benefits survey is now live. We'd love you to take the time to share your information. Check your inbox; a reminder email went out today, and the survey is open through Nov 26. Don't see your invite? Email @TaraEThomas1. CC @AASAdvocacy
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Tara Thomas@TaraEThomas1·
Congress made some moves last night! The House passed the Social Security Fairness Act and the Senate passed Secure Rural Schools reauth! There are still more hurdles to overcome but this is good progress. MOre here: aasa.org/advocacy/blog/…
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Noelle Ellerson Ng
Noelle Ellerson Ng@Noellerson·
Peep the latest @AASAdvocacy resource, our transition memo for the next administration. We #LovePublicEducation and are committed to supporting and crafting federal education policy that strengthens public schools for the students they serve.
AASA@AASAHQ

We just released a transition memo outlining key recommendations for the next administration to strengthen public schools and improve outcomes for the 50 million students they serve. From rejecting private school vouchers to championing IDEA funding, internet access, and student privacy, we’ve outlined actionable steps to address deep-rooted inequities in K-12 education. 📚 Read the full memo and learn how robust federal investment is crucial to the future of public education: aasa.org/news-media/new… #AASA #EdPolicy #PublicEducation

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Tara Thomas@TaraEThomas1·
A quick reminder that the American Superintendent Survey (AKA Decennial 5 Year Update) is now open until Friday. If you are a superintendent, please take some time to fill it out. The link should be in your inbox, but reach out to me if you need access!
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Tara Thomas@TaraEThomas1·
Attn Supts! The 2025 Decennial Survey - Five Year Update is now live! Please take 15 minutes to fill it out. This will be the first report on the roles and duties of the superintendency since the pandemic. Survey should be in your inbox. Email me if you need assistance.
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Tara Thomas@TaraEThomas1·
A great article on the importance of the Secure Rural Schools Program. Thank you @educationweek for covering such an important topic. A Funding Lifeline for Rural Schools Is at Risk, and Not for the First Time edweek.org/policy-politic…
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Tara Thomas@TaraEThomas1·
Luckily I’m better at advocating for Federal education funding than I am at taking selfies. A great day of meetings with @edfunding #CEFHillDay talking about the importance of robust investments in education.
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