Advocates for Children and Education

Not just any test

Today, teachers are using higher standards in their classrooms. It's time to measure student learning in a new way. Here's how to identify a good test from a bad one.

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A heartfelt Thank you

Last year was, by far, Stand’s most productive year thanks to the support of our outstanding Board of Directors, exceptional staff, committed and capable volunteers, strong organizational partners, and incredibly generous donors.
Your support and faith in our work is the fuel that drives this movement forward on behalf of all children.

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Teacher Appreciation: My teacher was tough, but...

To all of the teachers who have helped shape our lives and pushed us to follow our dreams, we say thank you.

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Involved Parents Making a Difference

Strong family engagement has been proven, time and time again, to lead to increased student achievement. Learn more about Stand UP (Stand University for Parents), a research-based, ten-week family engagement course for parents of elementary school children.

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We believe ALL children deserve an equal opportunity to succeed in life. Education is the key that unlocks the door to success, but far too many children, through no fault of their own, aren't getting the education they need to make it in life.
We at Stand are passionately committed to righting this wrong.

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Our Work

We work to ensure that ALL children, regardless of their background, graduate from high school prepared for, and with access to, a college education. Get the facts and learn more about our accomplishments and current initiatives.

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