Stand for Children Washington

"I'm not defined by what I did when I was 13. I'm defined by who I'm becoming." All children deserve more than a one-size-fits-all justice system. Kara's story is proof of what's possible when we lead with community support instead of punishment.

@AHSHAYCenter So proud to have helped work on this project. Kara's stories are possible because of community support and supervision. We're proud to advocate for Kara and so many other youth in WA state.

Schools in Ohio officially start their bell-to-bell, phone-free policies this week. For most schools, policies began at the beginning of the school year and have yielded positive results. Read how bell-to-bell phone-free policies help students: bit.ly/3LAEp1V

In a recent @educationweek article, learn about the positive benefits schools around the country saw after implementing phone-free policies.

#DYK it’s our phone-free week? Today, for" Think Fast Thursday,” we’re testing your knowledge of bell-to-bell phone-free policies and cell-phone use among K-12 students. Learn more here: stand.org/phone-free-sch…

In a survey of 1,500 students in Florida, 31% said they felt relieved when they were in a situation where they couldn’t use their cell phone. For our phone-free week, we’re participating in “Words Matter Wednesday” to combat the anxiety that cellphones can cause in students. 🤗

We’re starting our phone-free week of action with #MindfulMonday. Research shows that cell-phone use in schools can cause stress and anxiety in K-12 students in addition to a negative impact on their attention spans. Today, take a few minutes to go phone-free and unplug.

Q: What's got kids talking to each other at school? A: Bell-to-Bell phone-free policies. More on how New York K-12 students are taking advantage of phone-free policies to get to know their classmates and make in-person connections during school: bit.ly/48D46GF

High school students in Missouri are answering a timely question: How are students feeling about bell-to-bell phone-free policies in their schools? No spoilers here, watch this short clip to hear it from the students: bit.ly/4oRK6q5

In a recent @educationweek article, nearly 3 in 4 principals say removing student access to phones during the school day has improved student behavior and school safety. The numbers speak for themselves, and the benefits are clear. Read more here: bit.ly/4pHOLvm

Parents, students, educators and administrators: pledge to support bell-to-bell phone-free policies! Phone-free schools = better focus, stronger friendships, less anxiety and bullying.  Pledge to support bell-to-bell phone-free policies for students: act.stand.org/a/phone-free-s…

More than 20,000 public school educators agree that bell-to-bell phone-free policies are the most beneficial to students and the learning environment in a new national survey.   Learn more about the project led by @angeladuckw: bit.ly/3Xn790h

Recently, @WAStateStandard surveyed 300 teachers about phone-free policies for schools, in which they answered overwhelmingly that bell-to-bell phone-free policies were the best way to improve focus in the classroom.    Read more here: bit.ly/4raYFHx

Our event, Changing Our Future: Rethinking Education, Justice and Youth will be moderated by @seattletimes @RoweReport, with panel members Dr. Ben Danielson, Kaaren Andrews and Henterson Carlisle. Learn more: stand.org/washington/cha…

We’re thrilled to host Changing Our Future: Rethinking Education, Justice, and Youth in Town Hall Seattle — an intimate, dynamic space built for meaningful conversation. 📅 Sept 30 | 5–7 p.m. 📍 Town Hall Seattle 🎟️ Free & open to all ➡️Register here: stand.org/washington/cha…

For #HispanicHeritageMonth, watch a clip from @KENS5 about the 1968 walkout at Edgewood High School, where Mexican-American students fought for proper school funding. What started as a small group of students grew into a bigger movement, changing the way Texas funds schools.

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Today I signed Rep. Dave Paul’s bill extending a pilot program that increases college and career pathways for high school students. These programs allow students to earn high-school and college or technical education credit simultaneously. Thank you Rep. Paul.

We’re saddened by the unexpected passing of Sen. Bill Ramos—an advocate for children, families, & equity across WA’s 5th LD. He served in key leadership roles & was a tireless public servant. Our hearts are with his loved ones & community. 💛 #WAleg #ThankYouSenRamos

#WA has lost a dedicated leader & fierce advocate for working families. Frank Chopp, the longest-serving Speaker of the WA House of Representatives (1999-2019), dedicated decades to shaping a better future for our state. Our condolences to his loved ones during this time. #WAleg