Governor Gregoire released a policy brief entitled “Next Steps for Education Reform: Promoting High-Quality Teaching Through Renewed Professional Growth Opportunities” which outlines the Governor’s proposal for improving education in our state through increased effectiveness among Washington educators and other innovations in education policy. Stand for Children – Washington commends the Governor for this approach to… Read more »

Stand for Children members have voted and approved the following priorities for the special session and the 2012 Legislative Session. These priorities focus on supporting schools, educators, and students – to create high performing schools and give every child the excellent education they deserve. Together, we will advocate for these policies and achieve significant outcomes… Read more »

When the Governor released her new proposed budget she talked about making painful cuts to education.  However, what was not discussed is even more important, and that is the fact that these statements about what to do with education funding are not addressing the choices necessary to really change our education system for the better. … Read more »

Use this site – Stand for Children’s Legislative Connection – to stay up to date with what’s happening in Olympia this session regarding public education. Learn about Stand for Children’s priorities and take action to make our schools & kids a political priority.  Below you will find a range of media that will inform and… Read more »