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5 Reasons We're Supporting Rob McKenna

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Building a better education system for our kids isn't a partisan thing, it's a smart thing.

This year, we are endorsing Rob McKenna for Governor. Stand has a history of bipartisan endorsements. We endorsed Gregoire in the 2008 governor's race, and split our legislative endorsements in 2010 with 19 Democrats and 6 Republicans.

Won't Back Down

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Can't wait to see this movie, due out in September 2012. From IMDB: Maggie Gyllenhaal and Viola Davis play two mothers­, one a teacher, determined to transform their children's failing inner city school. Facing a powerful and entrenched bureaucracy, they risk everything to make a difference in the education and future of their children.

Endorsing Rob McKenna for Governor

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Press Release

Stand for Children Washington, a statewide non-profit non-partisan advocacy organization that puts students first, is endorsing Attorney General Rob McKenna for Governor.

Shaking Up Education

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Education Week has a multi-part series out that covers some of Stand's work and recognizes us for our transparency, our grassroots organizing and our effectiveness. 

As you read the articles, keep in mind that some policies Stand supports vary state-by-state (we are active in 10 states) and please visit our About page for more information about who our members are and how we are funded here in Washington.

Happy Mother's Day!

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It’s fitting that Teacher Appreciation Week flows right into Mother’s Day weekend, since mom is usually a child’s first teacher. You know your child best. You love your child best. And you are the best advocate for your child’s education.

Be An Advocate

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As we get closer to elections and our PAC Board members start meeting about election endorsements, we've heard lots of questions about what you can do to be more involved as an advocate for education.

Endorsements for A+ Washington

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Newspapers across the state agree on A+ Washington, an education roadmap developed by the 36 members of the Excellent Schools Now coalition. Below is the latest roundup of editorials and op-eds on the importance of the A+ plan to improve education for all our kids.

Teacher Appreciation Week

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May 7-11, 2012 is teacher appreciation week!

Here's Emma, a supporter of A+ Washington, talking about one of her favorite teachers.

Resources for Teacher Appreciation Week:

Video tributes to amazing teachers on Parenting.com

The PTA's thank-a-teacher Facebook page

Meet Mia

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Meet Mia. She's a big supporter of the A+ Washington plan for better schools and a brighter future. You can see why.

GiveBIG today only!

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Today is the Seattle Foundation's GiveBIG -- one day only to grow your gift to Stand with a partial match. Click here to participate now.

Why Give Big to Stand?

Because you believe in public education as a value, and want to create equal opportunity and equal access for all our kids - regardless of background, income or zip code.

Because teachers are professionals who should be treated as such, with resources and support and professional development opportunities that help them improve.

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