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The moment our work paid off

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Posted by Dulce Saenz on May 10, 2012

 

Editor's note: This post was written by Denver Organizer, Dulce Saenz, about Stand's April lobby day. HB 1238 passed safely out of both the Senate and House and is now on its way to the Governor's desk. 

A "Stand" up day

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Posted by Kayla McGannon on April 26, 2012

Yesterday was the kind of day that makes me love my job. For six months, I've been watching the progress of the Early Literacy Act from drafting to introduction to passing the House. When it was assigned to the Senate's "kill" committee, I wasn't sure we had a shot. But when we sent out a call to action, your commitment and support made the impossible possible.

Here's what you did:

• 35 parents, teachers, and community leaders spent their day yesterday talking to key legislators to ask for their support for this bill.

From the Capitol to the Classroom: Opening Day Edition

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Posted by Kayla McGannon on April 9, 2012

It's opening day for the Colorado Rockies! If you're looking for something to do before the game starts, check out our latest video legislative update.

What's the score this week? The Early Literacy Act is up to bat and we are keeping our eyes out for curveballs. Watch the video to learn more and stay tuned for more information on how you can join the team for our lobby day when the bill is in committee.

The word on the Early Literacy Act

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Posted by ssemion@stand.org on March 13, 2012

Last night, the Early Literacy Act faced its first hurdle in the House Education Committee. The bill brought several witnesses to testify, including Governor Hickenlooper, who spoke about his own experience overcoming struggles with reading, and Stand members and staff.

The bill passed 10-3 after seven hours of emotional testimony. This victory is truly a testament to your power.

Stand Board member, John Legend, on Black History Month and education

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Posted by ssemion@stand.org on February 24, 2012

Black History Month is almost over, but John Legend makes a critical point in its remaining days: A successful future for black Americans depends upon a quality education. Read his op-ed here. 

 

From the Capitol to the Classroom: One big step for educator evaluations

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Posted by ssemion@stand.org on February 20, 2012

At the Capitol last week we closed one of the final chapters in the implementation of Senate Bill 191. Watch Kayla's latest video to find out what happened and what’s next in our state’s goal of getting more effective teachers and principals in every classroom.

Thanks for watching!

Great teachers and leaders, now even better

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Posted by ssemion@stand.org on February 15, 2012
Governor John Hickenlooper signed HB 1001 into law today, the bill that outlines the rules for how teachers and principals will be evaluated. HB 1001 is one of the final chapters in 2010's SB 191, which requires statewide educator evaluations.

We <3 the Early Literacy Act

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Posted by ssemion@stand.org on February 14, 2012
They say that when you’ve found “the one,” you just know. And last Tuesday, when Representatives Massey and Hamner introduced the Early Literacy Act, we immediately knew it could mean a very happy future ahead.

Bookends

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Posted by ssemion@stand.org on February 10, 2012
It was nearly two years ago when I testified for my first bill. At the time, I was an 11-year veteran teacher looking to make an impact beyond the walls of my classroom, and I found that opportunity in SB 191. I vividly remember sitting in front of the Senate Education Committee in the Old Supreme Court Chambers, speaking from my heart about my profession and how I wanted to see it change and grow.

A Denver teacher dares to dream

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Posted by ssemion@stand.org on February 9, 2012
I teach sixth grade at a low-income school in Southwest Denver. Over two-thirds of our students qualify to repeat sixth grade each year, primarily because they can’t read on grade level or do basic math.

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