Morning Thought: You’re struggling, what are Florida lawmakers doing? Making it harder for you. SB 1296 will be heard and passed by the Florida House today. #walkandtalkwithspar #publicschoolsareyourschools #affordability
Floridians have made it clear that affordability is a top issue.
But instead of tackling the rising cost of living, lawmakers are advancing changes—some backed by billionaire megadonors—that could make life even more expensive.
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Morning Thought: In honor of Women’s History Month, who were some of your amazing public school teachers? #walkandtalkwithspar #publicschoolproud #publicschoolsareyourschools #teachersoftiktok
Groceries. Housing. Insurance. Utilities.
People across the state are saying the same thing: The cost of living in Florida is getting too expensive to keep up with.
Are lawmakers doing enough to fix Florida's affordability crisis? Vote in the poll ⬇️
Morning thought: Last week of the 2026 Leg Session, but it won’t end on time. Question: what’s the most important element of your collectively bargained contract?#walkandtalkwithspar #publicschoolproud #teachersoftiktok
A 20+ year classroom veteran—and Republican voter—is speaking out: Anti-worker bills make it harder for educators & other public employees to advocate for themselves & their families.
📖 Read the op-ed: https://bit.ly/4tUqWTY
Happy International Women’s Day! 💜
Today, we honor the women who lead, create, teach, organize, innovate, and uplift communities every single day. Your courage moves us forward, your voices spark change, and your leadership shapes a more just and equitable future.
In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re proud to highlight Kimberly Stitt, a distinguished educator and leader with more than 30 years of dedicated service in Florida’s public schools. 🌟📚
This story says the quiet part out loud: SB 1296 is meant to hurt hardworking Floridians.
The billionaire-backed Freedom Foundation even took credit for writing it in an interview with CBS News. ➡️ https://cbsn.ws/3OSN952
📚✨ In honor of Read Across America Week, let's play a game of THIS or THAT!
🎩 THIS: The Cat in the Hat
🐛 THAT: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Silly rhymes or colorful counting — which side are you on?
Drop a 🎩 or 🐛 in the comments and let’s celebrate! 👇📖
At a time when the cost of living is going up, SB 1296 will spend millions of dollars hurting teachers, education staff professionals, and workers across the public sector instead of providing them the support they need.
Tell lawmakers to VOTE NO on SB 1296: https://bit.ly/40eOlCd
Families are struggling to stay in the communities they love.
Instead of helping, SB 1296 makes it harder for workers — including educators — to fight for the pay and stability their families need.
Tell lawmakers to stand with Florida families and VOTE NO on SB 1296: https://bit.ly/40qQrib
Morning thought: Call Florida Senators today! Tell them to help Florida’s educators and workers, not hurt us. Vote NO on SB 1296. #walkandtalkwithspar #publicschoolproud #publicschoolsareyourschools secure.ngpvan.com/p/b4SMO4mIrk...
Students shouldn’t have to choose between food and staying in school.
In Florida, CTE students are being squeezed by the affordability crisis — while lawmakers focus on bills like SB 1296 that hurt workers instead of helping.
📢 Put students first. Vote NO on SB 1296: https://bit.ly/40qQrib
Happy #ReadAcrossAmericaWeek! 📚
This week, we’re celebrating the magic of books and the educators who spark a lifelong love of reading in every classroom.
Throw it back: What was your favorite childhood book? Drop it in the comments! 👇
This #WomensHistoryMonth, we proudly celebrate the women who lead, teach, mentor, and advocate for our students every single day. From the classroom to the Capitol, your voices spark change, your leadership opens doors, and your unwavering dedication shapes brighter futures.
A new survey shows 71% of educators hold second jobs just to cover the rising costs of groceries, insurance, and bills. (Read more: https://cnn.it/4cYFVGq)
Instead of helping Florida workers thrive, SB 1296 makes life harder.
📢 Tell your lawmakers: Vote NO on SB 1296! https://bit.ly/40eOlCd
This #ReadAcrossAmericaWeek, we’re honoring the teachers and education support professionals who help students discover new worlds page by page. 🌟
Join our campaign and thank an educator who helped you fall in love with reading. 💙➡️ https://bit.ly/3AzN9QE
https://youtu.be/TGitc5Y5mE0
A 20+ year educator—and Republican voter—is clear: SB 1296 is not the support FL workers need.
Instead of fixing low pay, it makes life harder for public employees across the political spectrum.
📖 Read: https://bit.ly/4tUqWTY
📣 Then tell lawmakers: Vote NO on SB 1296: https://bit.ly/40qQrib
Morning thought: Today, we are one! We are the workers and educators of Florida. Will lawmakers stand with Florida’s workers or vote to make it harder for us? #walkandtalkwithspar #publicschoolproud #publicschoolsareyourschools
Today we're wearing BLACK to show we have each other’s back!
Let’s show the world what solidarity looks like. ✊🖤
Drop your selfies in black in the comments 📸⬇️ and let’s flood this thread with unity and strength.
When we stand together, we rise together.
Kim Skelton points out that despite Florida having one of the biggest economies in the world, many people are working multiple jobs to stay afloat.
Lawmakers should tackle affordability, not attack workers.
📢 Tell legislators to vote NO on SB 1296: https://bit.ly/40qQrib
Tomorrow’s the day! Get ready to wear BLACK because we have each other’s back.
Lay out your black, text your crew, and spread the word. When workers show up united, we show our strength.
Let’s flood our schools, workplaces, and social feeds with BLACK tomorrow. 🖤✊
In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re celebrating Hattie Canty, a fearless labor leader and champion for working families. From working as a maid and room attendant to becoming the first Black woman to serve as president of the Culinary Workers Union, Canty led with strength and vision. ✊🏾
💬 "My children have watched me sacrifice."
Hillsborough County teacher Lori Bradner shares how FL's affordability crisis is pushing dedicated educators to the brink.
📢 Tell your lawmakers to stand with workers and vote NO on SB 1296: https://bit.ly/40qQrib
FL's rising cost of living is pushing educators out of the communities they serve. St. Johns County teacher Lissa O’Rourke says teachers can’t afford to stay — and that’s a crisis.
📢 Tell lawmakers to stand with public employees and vote NO on SB 1296: https://bit.ly/40qQrib
📢 Save the date! Wear BLACK because we have each other’s back. 🖤
We’re calling on every worker to show up, stand together, & stand strong. When we show up in black, we send a clear message: we’re united, and we’ve got each other.
Let’s flood our schools, workplaces, and social feeds with BLACK. 🖤✊
Public schools change lives every single day. They open doors for students, build futures, and strengthen our communities.
Share this graphic & proudly declare: I am #PublicSchoolProud! 🍎📚
Let’s fill our feeds with pride and show the world what #PublicSchoolProud looks like.
Public schools are strong because of the people who power them every day—teachers, paraprofessionals, counselors, nurses, principals, librarians, bus drivers, custodians, food service teams, and so many more.
Thank you for showing up for every student. 🍎
Drop a 🍎 to show your support!
Workers in Florida are already facing rising costs on everything from daily expenses to property insurance. SB 1296 does nothing to help working people who are already stretched thin.
Tell lawmakers to focus on what matters and VOTE NO on SB 1296: https://bit.ly/40qQrib
