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We all have a role in the movement

Jan 19, 2026 0 3 min read
We all have a role in the movement
This MLK Day, remember that each of us has the power to make a difference! I’ve always been passionate about making the world a better place. I knew at an early age that I wanted to spend my life helping others. Important figures, like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. inspired me to stand up for […]

5 Reasons for Schools To Go Phone Free

Jan 15, 2026 0 6 min read
5 Reasons for Schools To Go Phone Free
How much time do you spend on your phone each day? If you’re anything like the average U.S. adult, according to a recent YouGov poll you’re averaging more than 5 hours a day of screen time— and that doesn’t even take into account your TV, smart fridge and robot vacuum cleaner. We all know that our overuse […]

Statehouse STANDby | Jan 14, 2026

Jan 14, 2026 0 1 min read
Statehouse STANDby | Jan 14, 2026
Check out the Statehouse STANDby—our trusted bi-weekly newsletter keeping Stand for Children Indiana advocates informed about what’s happening at the Statehouse. This year, we’re trying something new: instead of only written updates, we’re adding a video format so you can hear directly from me and follow along more easily as things move quickly during session. […]

Cole’s Take: Away for the Day

Jan 14, 2026 0 1 min read
Cole’s Take: Away for the Day
Meet Cole, a college student from Indiana who’s speaking up for the #AwayForTheDay phone policy. He shares why stepping away from screens can make a big difference for students’ focus, friendships, and learning. Watch his story here: If you agree, take the pledge today. Together, we can give our children the focus, safety, and academic success they […]

Senate Bill 78 update

Jan 13, 2026 0 1 min read
Senate Bill 78 update
For anyone following the away for the day legislation, #SB78, check out this update from today. #INLegis #awayfortheday If you support Senate Bill 78 and an away for the day policy, take the pledge today. Together, we can give our children the focus, safety, and academic success they deserve. Every voice matters—yours can make a real […]

Advocates support HB 1423

Jan 12, 2026 0 1 min read
Advocates support HB 1423
Today, passionate advocates were at the Statehouse to rally behind #HB1423. They believe this bill is a step toward closing the opportunity gap, keeping our schools accountable, ensuring safe schools and buildings, and providing reliable transportation for every student. View their testimonies on YouTube:

We all have a role in the movement

Jan 19, 2026 0 3 min read
We all have a role in the movement
This MLK Day, remember that each of us has the power to make a difference! I’ve always been passionate about making the world a better place. I knew at an early age that I wanted to spend my life helping others. Important figures, like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. inspired me to stand up for […]

5 Reasons for Schools To Go Phone Free

Jan 15, 2026 0 6 min read
5 Reasons for Schools To Go Phone Free
How much time do you spend on your phone each day? If you’re anything like the average U.S. adult, according to a recent YouGov poll you’re averaging more than 5 hours a day of screen time— and that doesn’t even take into account your TV, smart fridge and robot vacuum cleaner. We all know that our overuse […]

Statehouse STANDby | Jan 14, 2026

Jan 14, 2026 0 1 min read
Statehouse STANDby | Jan 14, 2026
Check out the Statehouse STANDby—our trusted bi-weekly newsletter keeping Stand for Children Indiana advocates informed about what’s happening at the Statehouse. This year, we’re trying something new: instead of only written updates, we’re adding a video format so you can hear directly from me and follow along more easily as things move quickly during session. […]

Cole’s Take: Away for the Day

Jan 14, 2026 0 1 min read
Cole’s Take: Away for the Day
Meet Cole, a college student from Indiana who’s speaking up for the #AwayForTheDay phone policy. He shares why stepping away from screens can make a big difference for students’ focus, friendships, and learning. Watch his story here: If you agree, take the pledge today. Together, we can give our children the focus, safety, and academic success they […]

Senate Bill 78 update

Jan 13, 2026 0 1 min read
Senate Bill 78 update
For anyone following the away for the day legislation, #SB78, check out this update from today. #INLegis #awayfortheday If you support Senate Bill 78 and an away for the day policy, take the pledge today. Together, we can give our children the focus, safety, and academic success they deserve. Every voice matters—yours can make a real […]

Advocates support HB 1423

Jan 12, 2026 0 1 min read
Advocates support HB 1423
Today, passionate advocates were at the Statehouse to rally behind #HB1423. They believe this bill is a step toward closing the opportunity gap, keeping our schools accountable, ensuring safe schools and buildings, and providing reliable transportation for every student. View their testimonies on YouTube:
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