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Parents, educators, and community members who are interested in becoming effective advocates for equity in our schools and community are invited to apply for Stand Colorado’s annual Advocacy Fellowship. The fellowship meets monthly for nine months beginning in October. Fellows engage in ongoing and meaningful leadership development through trainings covering advocacy basics, communications, government structures, campaign […]
The Federal Trade Commission announced their unanimous decision to ensure families can stay connected, via phone while a loved one is in prison. Starting in 2025, their decision will more than halve the existing per-minute rate caps for all prison and jail phone calls across the country. According to our partners Worth Rises, this ruling will […]
It may not feel like election season, but in 20 days we will decide who will be on our ballots this fall. June 25th is Colorado’s primary election for candidates running for federal, state, and local office. This is your opportunity to ensure someone that aligns with your values and vision for our state and community […]
Yesterday was sine die, the last day of the 2024 legislative session! After a busy four months, we are thrilled to update you on our policy successes for the year. Before we get started, we want to underscore the deep and lasting impact the policies we passed in partnership with parents, educators, and community leaders will […]
Welcome to Capitol Week In Review, our newsletter keeping you informed about policy concerning educational equity and making our schools and communities more supportive. You will also hear from us about opportunities to engage in advocacy on topics important to you. Legislation of Interest SB24-188, Public School Finance, would raise the base level of per-pupil funding […]
Bipartisan legislation to center students in the way Colorado funds schools. HB24-1448, New Public School Finance Formula, will update our 30-year-old school finance formula and send additional state dollars to every school district and prioritize equitable funding for our students. The bill has now passed the House Education Committee and the House Appropriations Committee. The […]
