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On this International Day of Families, we celebrate every kind of family that stands behind students, uplifts communities, and advocates for stronger public schools. No matter what your family looks like, you belong. 💙 #DayOfFamilies #StrongerTogether #FamilyEngagement #StandForSchools
May 15, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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By popular demand! Join us virtually on Feb. 6th to explore legislative updates impacting K-12 education. Learn about proposed legislation, advocacy opportunities, & strategies for stronger, equitable schools across NE!

Register Now! 👉 tinyurl.com/ycyu4mez

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January 27, 2025 at 11:59 PM
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A big THANK YOU to the nurses who keep Nebraska’s schools healthy, safe & supported! 🩺👩‍⚕️
#SchoolNurseDay #ThankYouNurses #NebraskaSchools #StandForSchools
May 7, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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*If you are located outside of the Omaha area, please join us virtually as we work to establish more community groups across the state!
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July 13, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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🏛️ This Week in Committees: This week, the Education Committee is focusing on bills to help students, teachers, and parents. Watch to learn more! #standforschools #educationmatters
March 10, 2025 at 2:03 AM
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Budgets aren't just numbers; they're priorities. Today's #WordyWednesday breaks down key budget and appropriations terms that determine how public dollars are collected, allocated, and used to support our communities. #standforschools
January 22, 2026 at 2:58 AM
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Stand for Schools is proud to celebrate Black History Month! We honor the resilience, achievements, and rich legacy of Black history, recognizing its profound impact on education and beyond. #BlackHistoryMonth #standforschools
February 3, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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🏛️🗓️‼️Preview the bills affecting public education that are up for public hearing this week in the Nebraska Legislature: January 26-30th.

Refer back to the Stand For Schools Linktree [ linktr.ee/standforschools ] for resources, events, and more!
January 26, 2026 at 12:20 AM
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January is National School Board Appreciation Month, making it the perfect time to celebrate Nebraska School Board Recognition Week! Thank you for bridging the gap between our communitites and classrooms! #StandForSchools #NESchoolBoard #CommunityConnected #LocallyElected
January 28, 2025 at 11:40 PM
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The new year is here, and so are new opportunities! 🌟 Open the door to supporting your community in 2025—find more info in the Linktree in our bio! 🚪✨ #OpportunityAwaits #EmbraceNewDoors #StandForSchools
January 10, 2025 at 10:24 PM
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Indiana residents: Save IPS! Central Indiana DSA is holding a Community Planning Meeting 3/24, 6:30-8:00P at their office at 1915 W. 18th St in Indianapolis. Scan QR Code for the Zoom link. #SaveIPS #StandForSchools
Save IPS! Fully Funded. Fully Public. Democratic Socialists of America-Central Indiana Community Planning Meeting 3/24 6:30-8:00PM @ DSA office 1915 W. 18th St. QR Code for Zoom link
March 24, 2025 at 3:08 AM
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This week is short and sweet - take a quick look at what's in store for the Education Committee on Tuesday [2/18]. Visit the NE legislature website to see a complete listing of bills. Stay informed and stay engaged! #standforschools
February 17, 2025 at 1:26 AM
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Last chance to RSVP for Stand For School's virtual April Community Group meeting! Join us tomorrow night, April 25th, at 6 pm CT for a community discussion about education policy in Nebraska and federally. We hope to see you there!

RSVP here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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April 24, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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Just a reminder to submit your online comments on LB 653! Online comments must be submitted by 8 AM [CST] on the day of the hearing.

Need help submitting a comment? Follow the "How To" located in the Linktree in our bio. #standforschools
February 11, 2025 at 12:47 AM
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No tricks, just treats for our principals! 🍬
As we celebrate the conclusion of #NationalPrincipalsMonth and Halloween, we’re giving a shoutout to the fearless leaders who keep our schools running — even on the spookiest of days.

#publicschools #ThankAPrincipal #standforschools
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October 31, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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The third bill up for discussion in the Ed Committee on Tuesday is LB 427. Remember to submit your online comments by 8 AM [CST] on the day of the hearing.
Need help submitting a comment? Follow the "How To" guide in our Linktree in our bio. #standforschools
February 24, 2025 at 10:01 PM
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This #WordyWednesday is all about you! We are so grateful for your support and truly appreciate the efforts you have taken to protect and uplift public education in Nebraska. In this season, we reminisce on our moments from 2025 together. We’re glad you’re here!💙
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December 24, 2025 at 11:05 PM
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We recently made the trip to Scottsbluff, where we attended a Panhandle Partnership meeting after stopping to tour an amazing public school. We're grateful for the inspiring and fruitful conversations with school and community leaders. Swipe to learn more about our trip! #standforschools
First image displays a map of Nebraska with pinpoints in Western Nebraska (Brady and Scottsbluff area). Text reads "Where is SFS?" The second image displays the exterior of Brady Public Schools with a map of the United States painted on the cement outside of the main doors of the school. Title Text reads "Brady Public Schools". Body reads "Thursday morning we had the opportunity to visit with Principal Pavelka and got a tour of Brady Public Schools. It was a great way to kick off our travels and learn about the programs and services that support the success of Brady’s K-12 students!" The third image includes a photograph of the sign outside of ESU 13, as well as another photograph of the mascots that represent all the schools served by ESU 13 (Alliance, Banner County, Bayard Public Schools, Bridgeport, Chadron, Crawford, Creek Valley, Garden County, Gering, Gordon Rushville, Hay Springs, Hemingford, Kimball, Leyton, Minatae, Mitchell, Morrill, Potter-Dix, Scottsbluff Public Schools, Sidney, Sioux County). Title text reads "Scottsbluff". Body reads "We spent Friday morning at ESU 13 attending a Panhandle Partnership meeting! At the meeting, we learned about various programs and opportunities partner organizations are leading to promote the well-being of families across Western Nebraska and reflected on the opportunities ahead." Image of a blue background with rural imagery in a lighter blue overlay. Title text reads "Thank You!" Body text reads "We are so grateful for the opportunities to grow our outreach across the state, and more importantly the opportunities to continue fostering and strengthening relationships with partners that lead such important efforts. We are stronger together and that is evident in the impact the Panhandle Partnership has in communities throughout Western Nebraska. We look forward to our next trip out West!" Stand For Schools logo located below text.
October 11, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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The final #WordyWednesday of 2025 is: ...

… anticipation! Anticipation is about looking toward the future with purpose. Informed by the lessons we’ve learned and energized by the future opportunities to support students and schools, here’s to you and to 2026! 🥂💙
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December 31, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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🎒📚 Happy back-to-school, Nebraska!

As students and educators head back to the classroom, we're celebrating what makes our public schools special.

Here's to a great school year! 🎉

#PublicSchoolProud #backtoschool #standforschools
August 13, 2026 at 7:52 PM
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📍 Location: Meadowlark Coffee & Espresso [1624 South St, Lincoln, NE, 68502]
🕘 Time: 11am - 3 pm

Stop by for a few minutes or stay for a while. We hope to see you there!

#standforschools #CoffeeChats #publiceducation #nebraska
July 11, 2026 at 8:41 PM
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Arrested while protesting property tax changes that would drastically cut funding for Indiana public schools, Ms. Smith was told to leave and refused. Christina Smith leads the Indianapolis Education Justice Coalition.
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Protester arrested at Indiana Statehouse property tax reform rally
Counter-protester Christina Smith was arrested Monday at a rally inside the Statehouse after yelling and refusing to leave the scene.
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March 17, 2025 at 9:04 PM
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📣 Community Conversations are almost here!
Join us in person or virtually for a conversation about the future of public education in Nebraska. Your experiences help inform our advocacy and strengthen our work for public schools. 💙

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June 14, 2026 at 3:01 PM
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To the teachers who encourage, support, inspire, and show up for students every single day: thank you 🍎💛

Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, and this week we celebrate all that you do.

#teacherappreciationweek #ThankATeacher #standforschools
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May 7, 2026 at 7:10 PM
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🏛️🗓️‼️Preview the bills affecting public education that are up for public hearing this week in the Nebraska Legislature: February 17-20th.
Refer back to the Stand For Schools Linktree [ linktr.ee/standforschools ] for resources, events, and more!
February 16, 2026 at 12:01 AM