[Re]Build America's Schools it's BASIC

Did you know your school could collect new federal funding for going green? 🌱Check out how the #InflationReductionAct can help improve school buildings in your community. #climatereadyschools undauntedk12.org/schools-and-th…

"The physical condition of schools affects the health of children, and it affects the learning of children," "Schools can make kids sick from asthma, from overheating, from leaks and mold, all kinds of things." cbsnews.com/news/black-sch…

"There's no way to address the structural inequity that we have between school districts without addressing how we fund them," if you're district is poor, if you have old buildings, you may not be able to afford the modernization of your buildings". cbsnews.com/news/black-sch…

It’s no secret— an investment in school infrastructure is an investment in the success and wellbeing of students and staff.

That’s why I hosted a roundtable with leaders at my alma mater to discuss how my #RebuildAmericasSchools Act would support teachers and students.

When you head #BackToSchool to clean classrooms & sparkling school facilities, thank your school custodians! Thank you, school custodians, for your dedication over the summer & throughout the year to ensuring our physical spaces are well-maintained. #ThankYouThursday

@NAESP members rocked the #CommunityService Day on July 9th! They transformed Weyanoke Elementary's playground, creating a vibrant space for kids to learn, play, & dream big! Thank you for making a lasting impact & showing the power of unity & service. #WeAreNAESP #NAESP23

Crumbling schools put the health of students, educators, and staff at risk and jeopardize student learning. It’s time to double down on our commitment to high-quality education and invest in public school infrastructure. Let's #RebuildAmericasSchools together.🏫

TY to @BobbyScott and @DonaldNorcross for introducing the Rebuild America's Schools Act of 2023. The bill has a simple premise: The federal govt should do its part to ensure school buildings are safe and healthy places to learn. @BuildUSschools democrats-edworkforce.house.gov/media/press-re…

Modernizing our school #infrastructure for all students & communities will take vision, resolve, & a local, state, & federal partnership. Learn about our Nation’s school facilities challenges & opportunities. #infrastructureWeek #SchoolsAreInfrastructure bit.ly/3IiwMIK

As an essential part of the nation’s public #infrastructure, elementary & secondary public education is the 2nd largest sector for state & local construction capital outlay, after highways. #infrastructureWeek #SchoolsAreInfrastructure

Should school districts spend their limited money on infrastructure or academics? We think they shouldn’t have to choose. That’s why we joined @K12Facilities & @BuildUSschools in DC to call for sustained federal investment in school buildings. edweek.org/leadership/ame…

Healthy, #ClimateResilientSchools are integral to the success of students. We perpetuate inequality when we let school buildings fall into disrepair. School buildings should support not hinder learning. @BuildUSschools

U.S. Department of Education @EDGreenRibbon invites organizations to make school #infrastructure and sustainability commitments. What makes a healthy & sustainable school? Share your commitments by May 31st. Learn more: bit.ly/3EQ5OGA

Proper planning of #schoolfacilities is critical for all school districts. Use this guide to help determine whether each element of your district's master plan is following the standard. bit.ly/3Zhko24 #healthyschools #infrastructure #schoolfunding #publicschools

ELC celebrates Public Schools Week by releasing Equity and Diversity: The Right to Education for the 21st Century by David Sciarra calling for a movement to end inequitable funding and segregation in our nation’s public schools. edlawcenter.org/news/archives/…

“The poor districts are doing it because they’re chasing after emergencies,” said Mary, of the @21csf. #Infrastructure is a prime example of long-standing inequities in school funding. Reporting by @sharonlurye bit.ly/3Sr8rnR

“Superintendent Quintin Shepherd says he’d love to spend more on counselors and less on fixing broken air conditioners, but there’s no way kids can learn safely in a classroom that’s 100 degrees.” #infrastructure Reporting by @sharonlurye bit.ly/3Sr8rnR

U.S. Dept. of @ENERGY grants for energy improvements at #schoolfacilities. $4.5 million in awards. “Join Energy CLASS Prize on Feb. 16 to ask about what you need to submit, eligibility, & upcoming deadlines.” Register (bit.ly/40IyP0i) & learn (bit.ly/3YXT5cL).

11 states provide local districts no financial support to repair, renovate or replace unsafe, obsolete and dilapidated school buildings @21CSF

U.S. Department of Education invites organizations to make school #infrastructure and sustainability commitments by May 31st. #healthyschools #IAQ @EDGreenRibbon @usedgov bit.ly/3DAu3YQ