MindshiftED’s SIX COMMANDMENTS of advocacy

Sleeping Giants - Not aware of what is happening

Tools and strategies: Have conversations with parents. Spend time one-on-one. Phone banking. Connect parents through social media. Word of mouth.

Awareness & Realization - It can be an emotional rollercoaster - anger, sadness, fear. Parents start to ask questions.

Tools and strategies: Join an info session to find out more. Call our team to talk it over. Join community meetings. Virtual house meetings. Register for our Parent summit. Join Stakeholder Meetings.

 

In the Know - Research, preparation and leadership growth.

Tools and strategiesJoin our 4-week Academy and learn the tools to help you become your child’s best advocate. Learn to find great schools and how to navigate the school system.  

Take Action - Join the movement and make some changes.

Tools and strategies:

  • Meet with policy makers. 
  • Show up at board meetings. 
  • Tell other parents what is going on. 
  • Share social media. Send emails.

Build the Movement - Bring others into the battle.

Tools and strategiesTell other parents what is going on. Work together. Strategize. Decide on the next steps. Join together. Build Community.. One-on-ones to engage others.

Win - Improve education for all children in San Antonio

Tools and strategies: Empower the community with the tools and the knowledge they need in order to demand a high quality education. Advocate for change.