RaiseYourHandTexas

Raise Your Hand Texas supports public policy solutions that invest in our students, encourage innovation, autonomy, and improve college and workforce readiness.

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

What an incredible weekend at #LAUNCH2026! 🌟 Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to share the amazing work happening in your communities.

We heard from @txstatepta groups who have funded scholarships, supported counselor salaries, and turned empty pastures into world-class playgrounds. Judging by our final board (swipe/see photos), there has been a massive statewide effort toward staff appreciation, classroom supplies, and family engagement!

We are energized and ready to keep supporting public schools across Texas all year long. Just like the team at Lee H. Means Elementary PTA (check out their message in the photos), you've all done amazing work so far and show no signs of slowing down! 🎒

Which color did you add to the board this weekend? Drop your PTA name and your project in the comments below! 👇

Here is what the colors on our board represent (showing major Texas PTA projects from the past 3-5 years):
🟡 Staff Appreciation
🟤 Classroom Supplies & Teacher Grants
💖 Student Enrichment & Scholarships
🟣 Field Trips
🔵 Campus Improvements
🌐 Emergency Student Needs
🟠 Library Books
🔴 Playground Equipment
🌱 Family Engagement
🌲 Technology & Software

#LAUNCH2026 #TxPTALaunch26 #TxEd #TexasPTA #PublicSchoolProud

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

We’re back at Booth 602/604 until 3 pm today. Did you share your work on the board yet?
We're looking for more PTAs who raised money for library books and playground equipment to share their stories!

P.S. If you’ve already colored and added your color sheet to the board, then share this post and celebrate how much money your PTA raised!

Yellow = Staff Appreciation
Brown = Classroom Supplies & Teacher Grants
Magenta = Student Enrichment & Scholarships
Purple = Field Trips
Dark Blue = Campus Improvements
Light Blue = Emergency Student Needs
Orange = Library Books
Red = Playground Equipment
Light Green = Family Engagement
Dark Green = Technology & Software

#TxEd #LAUNCH2026

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

Holy cow(bell)!
There is so much incredible work happening in schools year-round. From funding technology & software, staff appreciation, to campus improvements, PTAs in Texas help public schools get past the dusty trails and on to greener pastures.

Swing by Booth 602/604 to grab a sticker or a cowbell! We're working on getting more color sheets for tomorrow so you can continue to share your PTA's impact!

#TxEd #LAUNCH2026

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

#TxPTALaunch26 is officially underway!

It’s inspiring to see PTAs stepping up and roping in new funds to serve our students and families at public schools across Texas.

What’s been the highlight of your year so far? Come share your story with us at Booth 602/604.

#LAUNCH2026 @TexasPTA

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

Good morning, @txstatepta ! If you’re at #LAUNCH2026, come visit us at Booth 602/604.

We’d love to hear how you’re advocating for public schools. Let’s talk about the work you’re doing to make a difference in your community!

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

We’re looking forward to an inspiring weekend at the @TexasPTA, #LAUNCH2026!

Stop by Booth 602/604 to share the incredible work you’ve done for your public school in the last three to five years. Let’s celebrate our #TexasPTA advocates together!

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

The Raise Your Hand Texas team will be at #TxPTALaunch26!

Be sure to stop by Booth 602/604 and participate in our interactive Advocacy Activity to claim your custom Raise Your Hand Texas + @txstatepta LAUNCH 2026 Sticker or fun Cowbell!

We have a limited supply, so be sure to visit us at Booth #602/604 before we run out!

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

Happy Fourth of July! Wishing Texas families a wonderful holiday filled with good food, good company, and a little bit of fireworks (or drones)!

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

Texas is expected to add 2.3 million jobs by 2030, and @FortBendISD isn't waiting to prepare its students. The district is introducing CTE exploration in middle school while simultaneously expanding high school offerings including a new drone program and biomedical science courses.

Read more: https://t.co/pqCJx2FjqK

#TxEd #CareerandTechnicalEducation

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

@HarlingenCISD isn't just building world-class CTE programs for its own students. It's opening the doors to neighboring @lyfordcisd too. From the Zavala STEM Academy to a Firefighter Academy to competitive robotics, this multi-district pipeline is a model for how Texas communities can work together to expand opportunity.

#TxEd #CareerandTechnicalEducation

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

Governor Abbott recently announced new workforce directives for Texas. Raise Your Hand Texas believes Texas students should be the primary pipeline for Texas’ high-paying trades and technical jobs. Equipping public schools to prepare their students to claim these opportunities and secure high-paying local jobs keeps our economy “Texas-First.”

A new, dedicated funding stream could serve as the long-term funding strategy to support these workforce priorities for decades to come. This new revenue stream could be dedicated to helping Texas public schools do their part to meet workforce needs and strengthen economic competitiveness.

The Potential areas of funding needs from Gov. Abbott's directive include:
Career and Technical Education (CTE) equipment and facilities
Industry-based certifications and workforce credentials
Apprenticeship and work-based learning programs
Recruitment and retention of CTE and skilled trades instructors
Rural workforce training and career pathway expansion
Partnerships between school districts, community colleges, and employers
Emerging workforce needs in high-growth industries

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

591 industry certifications. 298 seniors graduating career-ready. It's clear why @granburyisd was named a CTE District of Distinction by CTAT in 2025.

“Granbury ISD’s CTE success is the result of years of collaboration with local industry, committed teachers, and students who are eager to learn,” said Todd Gibson, CTE Director.

Read more: https://t.co/FhOvOLysfO

#TxEd #CareerandTechnicalEducation

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

Raise Your Hand Texas applauds Governor Abbott's recent workforce directives based on recommendations from the Texas Jobs Council. Texas must do more to prepare students and workers for high-demand careers, and these initiatives establish a clear workforce strategy. The call for expanded apprenticeships, industry certifications, workforce dual-credit opportunities, career advising, and stronger pathways into occupations such as healthcare, construction, manufacturing, and the skilled trades will help future-proof our workforce and lay a foundation for continued prosperity for Texans.

That's why we look forward to working with the Governor, lawmakers, educators, and stakeholders during the next legislative session to build on this momentum. In doing so, we propose establishing a dedicated funding stream that could provide the long-term funding strategy needed to sustain these workforce priorities and help schools better prepare students for decades to come.

https://t.co/qnWIGMNs0R

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

Don't miss this: @TexasTribune is bringing together public school teachers, administrators and school leaders from across Texas for a daylong virtual symposium on the realities shaping classrooms today. Join next Wednesday, July 1. RSVP: https://t.co/7H7PWpXmmK

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

Teachers. School Nurses. Counselors. Principals. Custodians. Paraprofessionals.
Every person who works in a Texas public school is a public servant, and today we take a moment to say thank you. Happy Public Service Day!

#PublicServiceDay #TxEd

[Sophie Torres - SA Coastal Bend Advocacy Director @RYHT_SA_Coastal]

Hiya!! 👋Live in San Antonio, in the Coastal Bend, in Victoria, or anywhere along I-37, let’s chat!!

[Kelley Thomas - Regional Advocacy Director @RYHT_CollnDentn]

Reach out and let's get started!!!

[Deann Lee- Regional Advocacy Director - East Texas @RYHT_ETexas]

I hope it’s me! 🙋‍♀️ @RYHTexas

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

Ready to advocate for Texas public schools? Find out who your Regional Advocacy Director is and connect with them to get started: https://t.co/B7KnTGgR2r

#TexasPublicSchools #TxEd #TxLege

[RaiseYourHandTexas @RYHTexas]

Juneteenth has deep roots right here in Texas. On June 19, 1865, Galveston became the birthplace of a day the whole nation now celebrates. We are proud to honor that legacy and the resilience, joy, and community it represents.
#Juneteenth