Join us in Waco for a flagship convening that unites educators, district leaders, advocacy partners, and ed-friendly business voices around one goal: strengthening the statewide story of Texas public education.

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Through interactive roundtables, every participant will help shape a shared vocabulary, surface practical solutions, and build trust that stretches from classrooms and campuses to district offices and legislative halls. This is not another panel-heavy event — it’s a participatory space where everyone contributes, connects, and leaves with clarity on next steps.

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We’ll provide lunch, beverages, and light snacks, plus time to network before the evening’s Friends of the Year Dinner so you end the day energized and aligned.

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By the end of the Summit, participants will:

• Identify top K–12 challenges and translate them into clear, shared messages for stakeholders.

• Align on common themes and vocabulary that strengthen advocacy statewide.

• Gather 2–3 concrete practices or resources to apply locally.

• Build a cross-region contact list and define next steps for working with Friends, TEA rulemakers, and legislative offices.​

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Exit ticket/deliverable: Each attendee will complete a one-page Action Plan outlining (1) a priority issue, (2) a 30-day next step, (3) two contacts to follow up with, and (4) resources to share or request.

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When & where: November 12, 2025 • 11:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. • Waco, TX
Part of A Day with Friends, leading into the Friends of the Year Dinner.