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🌍 Support Adult Literacy Everywhere: This Valentine's Day, show your love not just to your special someone but to the entire community. Your ticket purchase contributes to free adult literacy tutoring, making a lasting impact on lives. 📅 Date: February 21st 🕖 Time: 7 pm Eastern📍 Location: Zoom - Join from anywhere in the world! 🎟️ Ticket Purchase Details: 🔗 https://ow.ly/LGNG50QwSEC 💝 Perfect for Long-Distance Love: Even if your loved one is miles away or in another country, this virtual event on Zoom allows them to join in and share the experience. 💌 Tax Receipt Included: Your generosity comes with a reward! Receive a tax receipt for the entire amount of the ticket, making your gift even more special. 🌹 Spread Love and Literacy: Join us in making a difference. Purchase your tickets now and spread the love of reading and learning. Let's create a community where everyone has the chance to unlock the power of words. 📚💕 #UnderTheCover #LiteracyUnlimited #ValentinesDayGift #GiftOfLiteracy #DonnaMorrissey #MayaJohnson #VirtualEvent #SpreadLoveAndLiteracy #Literacy #LiteracyEmpowers #LiteracyForAll #LearnToRead #Reading #WestIsland #WestIslandLiteracy #LiteracyWestIsland #CanadaReads #SocialImpact #CanadianBooks #CanadianAuthors

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New Data In - Stats impacting your business, your personal income, and your fellow neighbor: 1. The State of #Hunger in Texas In Texas, 4,057,910 people are facing hunger, and among them, 1,348,600 are children. Shockingly, 1 in 7 people and 1 in 6 children experience hunger. These aren’t just statistics; they represent our neighbors, classmates, and fellow community members who struggle to put food on the table. 2. The Cost of a Meal The average cost of a meal in Texas is $3.11. Imagine trying to stretch that amount to provide nutritious meals for your family day after day. It’s a daunting challenge for many households. #foodinsecurity You can make a difference by #Volunteering or #givingback through Midwest Food Bank Texas. https://lnkd.in/e9cnTH2E https://lnkd.in/gb58zcZ6

Would you believe that some states are blocking access to funds to feed hungry children? Every week in my clinic I take care of families that are struggling to put enough food on the table. A new federal program is looking to help with that. Check out our newest episode of KIDS TODAY where we talk all about the program, what states are rolling it out, and about how you (or someone you know) can get enrolled! https://lnkd.in/gpXF-vDU

To the advisors in my network: How do you get your clients' children involved in the conversation ?

When the Curtain Falls: The Encore Performance of Our Everyday Unsung Heroes It was the final performance of the school play—a production put together with more passion than budget, more enthusiasm than experience. As the audience clapped and the curtain fell, Mrs. Langley, the director and a seasoned English teacher, gathered her young cast backstage for a final huddle. Her words were simple, yet heartfelt: "What you did on stage was more than act; you brought stories to life, taught lessons without a textbook, and reached hearts beyond these walls." Little did the students know, the school had almost cut the drama program due to budget constraints. But Mrs. Langley, determined not to let that happen, volunteered her time after school, seeking donations for costumes and set pieces, proving her belief in the program's value for student growth and confidence. This story isn't just about saving a program or a successful school play. It's about the often unseen dedication of teachers like Mrs. Langley, who work tirelessly behind the scenes. These are the educators who stay late, come early, and go beyond their job descriptions to ensure that every child can experience success and joy in learning. As the school year draws to a close and we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, let's remember and celebrate the Mrs. Langleys in schools across the country. It's their unwavering commitment, often unnoticed until the curtain falls, that truly shapes the future of our children. This week, let's give them the standing ovation they deserve, not just now but every day, for their relentless dedication and impact goes far beyond the fleeting moments of applause. #TeacherAppreciationWeek #EverydayHeroes #EducationImpact #BeyondTheClassroom

It’s back-to-school season. But for too many children, there’s no guarantee they’ll get much of an education at all. Why? Because not one state in this country is doing enough to make sure homeschooled children are receiving an education. Across the country, too many homeschooled children aren't being taught core school subjects, can't take advantage of their local school district's resources or activities, have unqualified teachers, or don't get their academic progress assessed. At CRHE, we're committed to changing that. We created the Make Homeschool Safe Act to protect homeschooled children's right to learn, and we're doing everything we can to get this landmark model legislation in front of leaders who can help bring it to life state by state. But we can't do this vital work without you. As the 2024-2025 school year starts, we’re asking you to give $25 to spread the word about the Make Homeschool Safe Act. Every dollar helps our small team stand up for homeschooled children's right to learn. Give today:

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PARENTS OF COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS: I offer a two-hour mother/daughter seminar for H.S. senior girls and their moms covering a myriad of potential safety concerns -- including protests/activism on campus, whether your daughter encounters such events or is potentially drawn into them. Where are the boundaries of concern? While I 'can' do the same as a father/son seminar with this and associated issues covered, the interest remains with the mother/daughter event -- but I 'can' do the same for the guys. This can be done in private home settings or larger settings. For #nonprofits, I also offer this as a fundraising event with 50/50 split for ticket sales. I've also had #insurancecompanies #insurancebrokers sponsor/host this for such personal lines clients as a value-add, if interested. The key is training *BEFORE* they encounter these and other potentially volatile situations while away. More info in the link below. I know someone who can help. #defensebydesign #campussafety #collegesafety #campussecurity #campuslife