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L. John Porras, M.P.A.

@ryht_elpaso

West Texas born and raised. Regional Advocacy Director for the El Paso/ Trans-Pecos Area

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The 89th Legislative Session is over, but our work is just getting started. Join our team of public education advocates! We are currently accepting applications for full-time Regional Advocacy Directors across Texas. These positions are based in Greater Fort Worth, South

The 89th Legislative Session is over, but our work is just getting started. 
Join our team of public education advocates! We are currently accepting applications for full-time Regional Advocacy Directors across Texas. 

These positions are based in Greater Fort Worth, South
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Early bird registration for the 2025 MASBA National Conference closes on Thursday, July 31, 2025. Join us this October 2–3 in San Antonio, TX for programming that equips school board members with tools to advance equity & strengthen leadership in support of our Latino students.

Early bird registration for the 2025 MASBA National Conference closes on Thursday, July 31, 2025. Join us this October 2–3 in San Antonio, TX for programming that equips school board members with tools to advance equity & strengthen leadership in support of our Latino students.
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Texas lawmakers passed over 1,200 bills, including more than 100 education-related measures that addressed school funding, teacher pay, special education reforms, parent and teacher rights, student discipline, and much more. With the Session complete, all eyes now turn to

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Are you passionate about improving public schools in Texas? Join these advocates and representatives who can channel your drive into legislative action! Check out who represents you here: raiseyourhandtexas.org/resource/who-r… Let's make a change, together! 💪 #TxEd #TxLege #TexasPublicSchools

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“Tacos, Ponchos, Rebozos, y Sabiduria!” TISD 25-26 Leadership Summit Day 1: “Be Impeccable with Your Word,” ESF I & II Strategic Planning, & 89th Pub. Ed. Bill Review & Implementation. Thank you L. John Porras, M.P.A. & Bob Popinski for a great session & next steps. #TISDProud Tornillo I.S.D.

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The future is being built through #txed. Thanks to Region 19 for an incredible “Preparing the Workforce of Tomorrow” CTE Conference. Great ideas, powerful conversations, and a lot of inspiration.

The future is being built through #txed. 

Thanks to Region 19 for an incredible “Preparing the Workforce of Tomorrow” CTE Conference. Great ideas, powerful conversations, and a lot of inspiration.
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#DYK The Liberty Bell, weighing 2,080, rings 13 times to honor the original 13 states? Wishing everyone a wonderful 4th of July! 🇺🇸🔔 #IndependenceDay #TxEd #TxLege

#DYK The Liberty Bell, weighing 2,080, rings 13 times to honor the original 13 states? Wishing everyone a wonderful 4th of July! 🇺🇸🔔 
#IndependenceDay #TxEd #TxLege
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Independence Day is more than a celebration of our nation’s birth, it’s a tribute to the values that define who we are. #TeamSISD proudly honors this day by reflecting with gratitude on the generations of Americans who gave their lives in service, and those who continue to serve

Independence Day is more than a celebration of our nation’s birth, it’s a tribute to the values that define who we are. #TeamSISD proudly honors this day by reflecting with gratitude on the generations of Americans who gave their lives in service, and those who continue to serve
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What happens when the state doesn't have to contribute all the money that was budgeted and intended for public education? 💵 This video introduces the basics of school finance and issues in the current system bit.ly/TXschoolfunding #FundOurSchools #TxLege #TxEd

What happens when the state doesn't have to contribute all the money that was budgeted and intended for public education? 💵 This video introduces the basics of school finance and issues in the current system bit.ly/TXschoolfunding 

#FundOurSchools #TxLege #TxEd
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Spent a great afternoon talking #TxEd with these incredible advocates. Grateful for the dedication you show every day to support students and strengthen the El Paso community. Thank you for all that you do!

Spent a great afternoon talking #TxEd with these incredible advocates. Grateful for the dedication you show every day to support students and strengthen the El Paso community. Thank you for all that you do!
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"HB 4 was a missed opportunity to listen to parents and create a more meaningful, balanced system," said Dr. Ken Gregorski, Katy ISD Superintendent. Read more about the opportunity here: go.ryht.org/HOULegeRecap #TxEd #TxLege #89thLege #Houston #HTX

"HB 4 was a missed opportunity to listen to parents and create a more meaningful, balanced system," said Dr. Ken Gregorski, <a href="/katyisd/">Katy ISD</a> Superintendent. 

Read more about the opportunity here: go.ryht.org/HOULegeRecap

#TxEd #TxLege #89thLege #Houston #HTX
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In this week’s Across the Lawn, read about STAAR being added to the Special Session, the federal funding freeze, and TEA’s timeline for bill implementation: raiseyourhandtexas.org/texasspecialse… #STAAR #SpecialSession #HB4 #MeasureWhatMatters #TxEd #TxLege

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Today, the Texas Legislature will convene for a special session. Part of the agenda includes an important opportunity to reshape Texas education. Lawmakers will consider legislation to eliminate the STAAR exam and replace it with more effective tools for assessing student

Today, the Texas Legislature will convene for a special session. Part of the agenda includes an important opportunity to reshape Texas education. Lawmakers will consider legislation to eliminate the STAAR exam and replace it with more effective tools for assessing student
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Texas Lawmakers Are Back in Session. Are You Ready? Sign up for alerts to follow school-related legislation and policy developments as they unfold. #HB4 #TxEd #TxLege #MeasureWhatMatters linkedin.com/pulse/make-you…

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Excited to be in Odessa today for the New Teacher Welcome Fair, hosted by the Odessa Chamber of Commerce! Grateful to connect with folks as they begin their professional journeys. Raise Your Hand Texas is proud to stand with those who support and uplift public schools.

Excited to be in Odessa today for the New Teacher Welcome Fair, hosted by the Odessa Chamber of Commerce!

Grateful to connect with folks as they begin their professional journeys. 

Raise Your Hand Texas is proud to stand with those who support and uplift public schools.
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Real learning takes time. Real assessments should support students throughout the school year. Texas students and teachers deserve better tools to measure their progress. Download our Special Session Policy Brief here: raiseyourhandtexas.org/policy/testing… #MeasureWhatMattersTX

Real learning takes time. Real assessments should support students throughout the school year. Texas students and teachers deserve better tools to measure their progress. 
Download our Special Session Policy Brief here: raiseyourhandtexas.org/policy/testing…
#MeasureWhatMattersTX
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Was glad to attend the West Texas Legislative Summit this week in San Angelo. Always valuable to hear directly from leaders shaping the future of our communities. Conversations like these are a reminder of why regional voice and advocacy matter.

Was glad  to attend the West Texas Legislative Summit this week in San Angelo. Always valuable to hear directly from leaders shaping the future of our communities. Conversations like these are a reminder of why regional voice and advocacy matter.