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Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · 21h

Starting in 2027-28, Texas students will take 3 assessments: 2 formative tests and a Texas Education Agency exam like the #STAAR. Read more: https://go.ryht.org/HTXLaws

#HTX #HoustonPublicSchools #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · 3d

Apply now for the Raise Your Hand Texas Community Leaders Fellowship! This 18-month program equips teams to advocate for public education. Don't miss out: https://go.ryht.org/fellowship

#TxEd #TxLege #CommunityLeadersFellowship #TexasPublicSchools #TexasLeaders

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Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · 9d

Located on the beautiful grounds of the Texas Capitol, the Tejano Monument honors the contributions of Tejanos to the State of Texas. In addition, the Tejano History Curriculum Project was created with the monument, helping to incorporate Tejano history into K-12 curriculum in Texas schools!

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Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · 11d

Read the full story at go.ryht.org/DFWLaws

North Texas school districts are processing new education laws passed during the 89th Legislative Session, while also helping families understand that these mandates are coming from the state, not local schools.

#DFW #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX

Balancing change, classroom needs: DFW-area schools implement new education policies

As Texas students head back to school, educators and families are adjusting to new laws passed during the 89th lLegislative sSession. They are also reviewing changes to the STAAR test that will be implemented in several years, following the passage of House Bill 8 (HB 8) by the Legislature on the final day of the second called special session.

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Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · 13d

Today’s the deadline to register to vote, before midnight tonight. Use your voice. Our kids are counting on us. Learn more at the link in bio.

#TXEd #VoteForPublicEd #RegisterToVote

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · 14d

Trivia time!

Which prominent educator from Texas became the first Hispanic U.S. Secretary of Education and previously served as president of Texas Tech University?

Place your guesses in the comments👇

#HispanicHeritageMonth #TxEd #Trivia

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · 17d

Every milestone tells a story.

The 1948 case of Delgado v. Bastrop ISD successfully challenged and ended the legal segregation of Mexican American children in Texas public schools.

#HispanicHeritageMonth

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · 17d

Read the full story at go.ryht.org/HTXLaws
In Houston and across Texas, school leaders are working hard to implement new education laws—many of which are still being finalized.

#Houston #HoustonISD #TxLege #TxEd #MeasureWhatMattersTX

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Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · 19d

One week left!

Important elections and state constitutional amendments are on the ballot. This is your chance to stand up for your schools, your students, and your future. Advocate for yourself and your community and register today.
https://www.votetexas.gov/register-to-vote/

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · 29d

Every milestone tells a story. This Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re sharing the powerful stories of Hispanic pioneers, educators, and students who have defined Texas public education. Follow along as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and look to the future.

#HispanicHeritageMonth #TxEd

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Sep 8

Less than one month left to register to vote in Texas! It's crucial to elect leaders who support investing in the 5.5 million public school students who are the future of Texas. Learn more, including checking your voter registration here: www.raiseyourhandtexas.org/advancing-pu...

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Sep 4

Read our full statement at go.ryht.org/hb8

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Sep 3

Parents want to know what’s really happening in their children’s schools—how they’re learning, growing, and being supported.

It’s time to create a more complete, accurate view of student success.

#MeasureWhatMattersTx #TXEd #RaiseYourHandTexas

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Sep 2

Heads up, Texas! The deadline to register to vote in this November’s election is Monday, Oct. 6.

This year’s ballot includes 17 statewide constitutional amendments and key local races that directly impact your schools, communities, & future.

Learn more: www.raiseyourhandtexas.org/advancing-pu...

Get Out the Vote

There is no better way for Texans to show their support for democracy than by voting for candidates who support public schools. Vote!

www.raiseyourhandtexas.org

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Aug 29

In this week’s Across the Lawn, HB 8, which looks to establish a new statewide assessment & accountability system, progresses through the legislature; Comptroller proposes rules for vouchers; and Attorney General instructs schools on the Ten Commandments.
Read here: go.ryht.org/special-wk7

HB 8 advances through Senate

HB 8, which looks to establish a new statewide assessment system, advances through the Senate; Comptroller proposes rules for vouchers; and, Attorney General directs schools on Ten Commandments displa...

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Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Aug 28

“Standardized test results in Texas have an outsized influence on the A-F accountability system, which the state uses to grade schools’ performance.” (4/4)
www.texastribune.org/2025/08/01/t...

#TxEd #TxLege #SpecialSession #HB8 #STAAR #MeasureWhatMattersTx

STAAR test overhaul nears Abbott’s desk with Texas Senate approval

Before House Bill 8 can go to the governor, the House must formally agree with changes from the Senate, which approved the proposal Wednesday night.

www.texastribune.org

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Aug 28

and the public with a fuller picture of student success. Read @texastribune.org's article by Sneha Dey and Jaden Edison to learn why this is so important to Texas schools: (3/4)

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Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Aug 28

The Senate’s changes to the bill have unravelled incorporating an annual student growth measure into A-F letter grades, backtracked on eliminating unnecessary tests, and narrowed the accountability indicators report that was meant to provide the Legislature - (2/4)

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Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Aug 28

On Wednesday night, the Texas Senate advanced HB 8, the assessment and accountability bill. The final Senate language is still centered on one high-stakes test on one day, driving the A–F accountability ratings that define schools. (1/4)

www.texastribune.org/2025/08/01/t...

STAAR test overhaul nears Abbott’s desk with Texas Senate approval

Before House Bill 8 can go to the governor, the House must formally agree with changes from the Senate, which approved the proposal Wednesday night.

www.texastribune.org

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Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Aug 27

Fresh notebooks, sharpened pencils, and water bottles in backpacks...

As schools reopen across Texas, let’s make sure they’re supported with the resources and respect they need to thrive.

Here’s to a strong start to the school year!

#BackToSchoolTX #RaiseYourHandTexas #MeasureWhatMatters

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Aug 26

The STAAR test measures one thing: performance on a single day.
-It doesn’t help teachers teach better.
-It doesn’t reflect student growth over time.
-And it doesn’t show parents what’s really going on.

Learn more: www.raiseyourhandtexas.org/advancing-pu...

#MeasureWhatMattersTX

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Aug 22

Texas schools haven’t stood still—there’s been real progress in how we assess and support student learning. But we’re still using a system built around one test on one day.

Let’s design accountability that actually reflects everything.

#MeasureWhatMatters #TXEd #RaiseYourHandTexas

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Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Aug 19

What defines a good school? Let’s expand our definition of a “good school” beyond STAAR test scores and consider the many ways our schools shape young Texans all year long from college and workforce preparedness to teacher quality to parent engagement.

www.raiseyourhandtexas.org/advancing-pu...

Measure What Matters

Our schools and our students are so much more than ONE TEST on ONE DAY. Let’s reimagine how we capture and assess performance in Texas schools beyond STAAR.

www.raiseyourhandtexas.org

Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Aug 13

Texas public schools do more than prep for a single test. From dual-language programs to career training and fine arts—our schools support the whole child. So why are we judging them by a single high-stakes test?

It’s time to #MeasureWhatMattersTX and rethink how we assess and support our schools.

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Raise Your Hand Texas @raiseyourhandtexas.bsky.social · Aug 6

More than 15,000 Texans want schools that prepare students for life beyond the classroom, not just a test.
According to the 2024 Charles Butt Foundation Texas Education Poll, parents want assessments that show how students apply knowledge.

Learn more: www.raiseyourhandtexas.org/advancing-pu...

Measure What Matters

Our schools and our students are so much more than ONE TEST on ONE DAY. Let’s reimagine how we capture and assess performance in Texas schools beyond STAAR.

www.raiseyourhandtexas.org