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Advocacy
As the national voice of every state education leader, we advocate for the development and implementation of effective policies and practices that represent the shared interests of every state and every child. We provide timely, useful information to our members on the federal policy landscape actions and pressing issues in the national discussion. Our analyses and supports on federal education law and policy enable our members to make the best decisions for students.
Advocacy in Action
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak in early 2020, states have been working under unprecedented conditions to ensure the health and safety of all students and school staff while also providing high-quality educational opportunities. CCSSO continues to advocate on behalf of states to ensure federal resources and support are aligned with states’ needs during this pandemic.
Key Advocacy Activities
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K-12 Groups School Infrastructure Letter (August 9, 2021)
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CCSSO Education Sciences Research Act (ESRA) Recommendations (July 26, 2021)
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CCSSO COVID-19 Relief Fact Sheet (March 30, 2021)
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CCSSO letter to Senate HELP Committee supporting the confirmation of Dr. Miguel Cardona as next U.S. Education Secretary (January 25, 2021)
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CCSSO and over 30 national organizations sent a letter to Congress in support of extending child nutrition waivers through the 2020-21 school year (August 19, 2020)
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CCSSO public comments on Equitable Services interim final rule (July 31, 2020)
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CCSSO and NASBE letter to congressional leaders on HEALS Act (July 31, 2020)
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Letter to Senate HELP Committee estimating costs for safely reopening schools (June 24, 2020)
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Letter to Congressional Leaders from CCSSO and other leading education advocacy groups on Equitable Services (June 4, 2020)
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CCSSO Letter to Secretary Betsy DeVos regarding U.S. Department of Education's Guidance on Equitable Services (May 5, 2020)
Federal Funding Resources
As an important component of our support to states, CCSSO provides resources and technical assistance to help maximize the impact of federal funds through effective state policies and practices. Our federal funding resource page collects materials CCSSO has created and shared with our state members, explore the resources here.
For examples of how states are leveraging federal emergency relief funds to improve education for all students, click here.