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ConnCAN is leading an advocacy movement to ensure that all kids in The Constitution State have access to a high-quality education, regardless of their address.
Hartford, CT
Joined October 2008
New year. New states. Same mission to deliver educational opportunities to all kids and families. Today we welcome two new states to the 50CAN family: Ohio (@OhioKidsCAN) and Nevada (@NVKidsMatter). That’s two more states stepping up to fight for brighter futures for all kids.
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It’s @FiftyCAN’s 15th anniversary. To mark the occasion, we asked 29 leaders, partners and supporters to help us tell the story. Check out the oral history project below. Big thanks to everyone who participated.
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Not just the “worst reading scores since 1992” but the worst on record. The test only goes back to 1992!
🚨 New NAEP scores were released today and they are a disaster. 12th grade, plus 8th grade science. 🚨 The headline: “High school seniors had the worst reading scores since 1992” Here is a thread 🧵 of the early reports:
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Today, we're releasing Mathways: Every Kid is a Math Kid. This new report and framework, from 50CAN VP of Policy @lizcohen12, outlines the nation's current math challenges and provides policy solutions with examples from Alabama, Utah and Maryland.
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"How Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' will impact CT students and schools, according to local experts" by @insider_ct 's @nasokoloff. Read it here👇 https://t.co/piwhF2BFB2
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🔥 It’s here! Our brand-new website just dropped! 20 years of pushing for bold education change in CT — and we’re leveling up. Come see what’s next 👉 https://t.co/JOTyxQZ0vB
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This week's #TheBell is a #sinedie edition that looks at CT's Top 5 Efforts for Education Equity in 2025. There were both wins + pieces of unfinished business—but education access remains our non-negotiable. Read our Top 5 here: https://t.co/qdQD3u1v5Q]
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We're watching 2 bills this year to support language access across Connecticut. HB6477 & HB7009 (Sec 3-4) They would: ▶️Require government services/forms to be translated to common non-English languages. ▶️Increase data transparency on CT’s multilingual learners.
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Both HB6477 & HB7709 ( Which now includes SB1391 ) do just that. Links to bills below. HB6477 https://t.co/CIGNreNhn8 HB7009- Sec. 3 & 4 https://t.co/BKKkyUz7dz
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From @nasokoloff on a new report from @EducateCT: “English learners/multilingual learners spoke 148 different non-English languages in the 2023-24 school year, with Spanish, Portuguese, and Arabic among the most prevalent.” This is worth celebrating—and STRENGTHENING.
10 key findings in new Connecticut education report: academics lagging, increased homelessness
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Steven Hernández in @CTMirror : A new bill could make #schoolchoice more equitable for CT families. 🗣️ “The choice we face is not between tradition and disruption — but between stagnation and progress.” 📖 Read more:
ctmirror.org
Research and real-world results show that the presence of high-performing, non-traditional public schools can help raise the bar for entire systems.
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Didn’t get to read the 255 page Appropriations Committee Budget? We’ve got you covered! Despite considerable impact for students, it suspends several proven investments including in high-dosage tutoring. Learn more here: https://t.co/MFwneeV3yO
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“Frederick Douglass spoke about the connection between reading and freedom, and we know in Connecticut that every child that learns to read is a raindrop in that river of freedom.” – @Solek1984 💬 Catch the replay 🌍📖✨ 📺
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📚 Missed our annual Right to Read event last Friday? We’ve got you covered🌍📖✨ 📺 Watch the full event here: https://t.co/9LwaJqhFK8 🔊 Hear a key moment from @Solek1984 below 👇
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🚨 Happening Now! 🚨 Join us LIVE for our annual Right to Read event! 📚✨ Be part of the conversation and help shape the future of education! Tune in now: https://t.co/GugYh6uyCZ 🎥📢
TOMORROW: Looking forward to hearing from these #literacy experts and CT educators about implementing #RightToRead! Register NOW: https://t.co/cmHIXjWBNr
@SenPBMiller @EducateCT @nmps_supt @SchoolOdyssey
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TOMORROW: Looking forward to hearing from these #literacy experts and CT educators about implementing #RightToRead! Register NOW: https://t.co/cmHIXjWBNr
@SenPBMiller @EducateCT @nmps_supt @SchoolOdyssey
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🎉 SB1349 cleared the Education Committee and is now on its way to Appropriations! Below is a clip from the hearing (thank you, @SenMcCrory!) 🎥 Watch the full hearing here: https://t.co/nTFnh5fn93
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🚨 Big news! The Education Committee is set to vote on SB1349, a landmark school choice bill that will enhance accountability, transparency, and sustainability in our education system. 📚✨
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🗓️ Mark your calendar: April 4, 2025 - Annual 2025 Right to Read Event! This year, we're featuring state leaders, public school districts, and literacy experts. @CWCSEO @read_ct @EducateCT @SenPBMiller Register NOW! https://t.co/0ov9ceSSKd
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🔍 Connecticut isn’t buzzing about private school choice or vouchers—but there is energy around a bigger issue: under-investment. 🎙️ Hear our Executive Director, Steven Hernández, break it down & read the full article below ⬇️ https://t.co/0GBBvldNTC
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