Moments ago the Michigan Senate passed SR 124 which calls on Congress to provide flexibility in funding to protect our schools! 36 of Michigan's 38 Senators signed on as co-sponsors. Thank you for your leadership! legislature.mi.gov/documents/2019…

The statement concluded, "We have a simple message for our elected officials: Lansing, we have a problem. Washington, we have a problem. To reopen our economy, and to maintain our economic growth thereafter, you MUST find a way to hold schools harmless." michiganradio.org/post/west-mich…

If you are eager for schools to re-open in the fall, you need to get on the phone with lawmakers. "Schools need money. And the federal government has to deliver." via Detroit Free Press freep.com/story/opinion/… #OurKidsOurFuture #MichEd #MiEducation

Michigan schools need $1 billion to reopen safely, group tells Whitmer detroitnews.com/story/news/edu… via The Detroit News #OurKidsOurFuture

Your voice is critical in persuading legislators to protect our children and public education. Call their offices. Send emails and letters. Talk to them about your concerns. Use the tools on our website - ourkidsfuturemi.com

Restore schools to restore the economy... No excuse. #ourkidsourfuture ow.ly/6JAB50AfrHP

Lawmakers are finally turning attention to schools, BUT there are no "done deals." MI still faces a severe budget deficit & up to $700/student cuts. Sign the petition and send the letter #OurKidsOurFuture ourkidsfuturemi.com

We've updated our website w resources - articles, videos, social media toolkit, logo buttons, talking points. Use & share to help amplify the important messages around the financial crisis schools face #OurKidsOurFuture ourkidsfuturemi.org

“When we talk about advocacy for public education, we need to have multiple stakeholders involved, including parents, superintendents, board members, concerned citizens” School News Network #OurKidsOurFuture ow.ly/W84w50AtdEb

West MI Chambers of Commerce ask Congress for more K-12 funding. FOX 17 Grand Rapids Chamber GRABB West Coast Chamber Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber WM Hispanic Chamber Media Chamber Grand Haven Chamber ow.ly/VTiw50AwRZR

Huge thanks to Sen. Debbie Stabenow & bipartisan colleagues for introducing the Reopen Schools Safely Act. Help the bill pass - contact your lawmakers and urge them to support our schools at ourkidsfuturemi.com #OurKidsOurFuture youtu.be/PLV3So28W8U

The legislature and Governor deserve credit for addressing the budget shortfall for the school year that was just finished. We have a long way to go to make sure schools have the resources and policies in place to resume safely and meet the needs of students when school begins.

A budget deal for the 19-20 school year is a great first step in helping MI schools. But, it doesn't address 2020-2021. Continue to make your voice heard! #UrgeCongress #OurKidsOurFuture ow.ly/cNa650AJ59V

Leaders in DC have put forth proposals allocating dollars to help schools. But there's no movement yet and school starts in just a few weeks. #UrgeCongress to take action now, *before* schools open their doors. #OurKidsOurFuture ow.ly/c1sj50AJ76m

Once again federal aid for schools is being held up in Washington because of disagreement on other things. Our schools needed action yesterday, but today will do! google.com/amp/s/www.wash…

Michigan school leaders: We need answers from Lansing now to open bridgemi.com/talent-educati… via Bridge Michigan

Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced she'll allocate nearly $65 million in federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act dollars to Michigan school districts, higher education institutions, and other education-related entities most significantly impacted by #COVID19.

Check out this thread and/or read the full release from Governor Gretchen Whitmer here: masb.org/governor-relea… #MiEdu #MASB #MiLeg

It’s tough to plan for the next school year without knowing what funding the state will provide. Schools need a timely budget from Lansing! Help advocate for our kids today. votervoice.net/OurKidsFutureM…

A must read in order to better understand how the state budget process impacts schools! schoolnewsnetwork.org/2021/06/09/get…