It’s National Library Workers Day, and today we’re recognizing the amazing individuals behind it all.
Whether they’re building thoughtful collections or helping you discover your next favorite read, their work makes a difference every day. #libraryworkersday
Morning thought: Lack of funding hurts students. Mark down May 5th. #walkandtalkwithspar #no60nocontract #floridateachers
Across FL, students with school voucher scholarships are showing up in public schools—but their districts aren’t seeing a single dollar for them.
In Escambia County alone, 335 scholarship students were enrolled in classes with zero funding attached.
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Morning thought: The starvation of Florida’s public schools is hurting students. #walkandtalkwithspar #floridateachers #NO60NOContract #publicschoolproud
FL's leaders keep expanding policies that benefit corporations and billionaires—while low-income students are ignored.
Public dollars should lift up the students who need the most support, not widen the gap.
It’s time to put students first and invest in public schools that serve every community.
The cost of living in FL has skyrocketed.
Groceries. Childcare. Utilities. All up.
Paychecks? Not keeping up.
FL's leaders can’t keep ignoring the struggles of working families. Read more: https://bit.ly/3OHcejs
Morning thought: Why do you work in Florida’s public schools, colleges and universities? #walkandtalkwithspar #floridateachers #unionstrong #NO60NOContract
Today, we remember and honor the lives lost and forever changed on the Florida State University campus last year. We hold in our hearts those who were taken from us and their loved ones, who continue to carry their love, their memories, and their stories forward.
FL students fought to protect AP, IB, and Dual Enrollment last year. Now the threat is back: https://bit.ly/3QERGZn
➡️ Schools lose money when more students pass
➡️ District budgets are already taking hits
📣 Speak up to protect student opportunities: https://bit.ly/3O8HWFV
Morning thought: I will be in Palm Beach County today talking about pay! #walkandtalkwithspar #floridateachers #unionstrong #NO60NOContract
In Highland Co., public schools are making cuts while
funds are diverted to voucher schools that don’t have the same accountability standards: https://bit.ly/48zfJiD
Vouchers shouldn’t come at the expense of public schools. And public funds should mean public accountability.
Morning thought: One reason why salaries don’t keep up with rising costs, we don’t all stand together in our union. #walkandtalkwithspar #floridateachers #unionstrong #NO60NOContract
Morning thought: Please Share and follow. Don’t fall for the okie-doke. There are billionaire groups paying people to convince us to give up our contract, rights and unions. #walkandtalkwithspar #floridateachers #teachersoftiktok #unionstrong #NO60NOContract @FloridaEA
Auditors warned of major accountability problems in FL's voucher system.
Now, some rural school districts are facing serious financial strain: https://bit.ly/4cleWTF
SB 318 would have added safeguards. The House never took it up.
Public dollars require public accountability.
The Senate and House still haven’t reached a budget deal.
But here’s what we do know: both proposals keep FL ranked #50 in average teacher pay.
Educators: does $20 move the needle? 💸
After 27 years in the classroom, Alachua County Education Association member Tamara Russell still lights up when former students recognize her and share how her lessons stayed with them. 🍎
Her message to young educators is simple: this work matters, and the impact lasts a lifetime. 📚
April is when school districts finalize hiring.
July 1 is when budgets take effect.
When funding decisions are delayed, schools are forced to plan in the dark—and students pay the price: https://bit.ly/4slkxz5
Public school students deserve stability, not uncertainty. 📚
“𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁."
Parents are speaking out after an $8 million cut to student mental health services in Orange County: https://bit.ly/4tD59PU
When funding falls short, students pay the price.
While police and fire unions receive carveouts under the banner of public safety, nearly every other public worker in FL is targeted under SB 1296.
That isn’t accountability. It’s selective targeting.
Read more from United Teachers of Dade President Tony White: https://bit.ly/3PVb83U
Morning thought: Want to know why your health insurance is so expensive? #walkandtalkwithspar #floridateachers #teachersoftiktok #publicschoolproud
Students achieved more. The state funded less.
Duval lost $871 per student—money that supports advanced courses and college savings.
Students did their part. Lawmakers should do theirs.
Tell legislators: Fully fund student success. 📝 https://bit.ly/3O8HWFV
Morning thought: Health insurance costs continue to rise and it’s impacting you. #walkandtalkwithspar #floridateachers #teachersoftiktok #publicschoolproud
What if you prioritized your well-being this year?
This research-based session will help you get back to prioritizing yourself with a focus on real, practical strategies to avoid burnout and thrive.
Join us on 4/8 at 6 pm! 👉 RSVP here: tinyurl.com/FEAwellnessET
Vouchers pulled $45M from Sarasota schools. More than 60% of those students were already homeschooled or enrolled in private schools.
Now, 180 educators are being cut in an A-rated district.
Public school students shouldn’t lose so others can cash in. Read more: https://bit.ly/4mb26M6
Morning thought: Let’s talk about pay. Please share. #walkandtalkwithspar #floridateachers #teachersoftiktok #publicschoolproud
Wishing a joyful and happy #Easter to everyone who celebrates!
Last year, Florida lawmakers promised “no change” in school funding—but quietly capped student success funding.
This year, students exceeded expectations, yet funding still falls short.
Florida’s students delivered. It’s time lawmakers do too.
Read more: https://bit.ly/41c3C74
Remember the “historic” teacher pay raise? For most educators, it was about $21 more per paycheck this year.
Now the House and Senate budgets offer more of the same status quo funding that does nothing to strengthen public schools.
Florida’s students deserve better.
Morning thought: what’s your why? #walkandtalkwithspar #publicschoolproud #teachersoftiktok
“It is unfathomable how much disdain some lawmakers, including the governor and commissioner of education, seem to have toward these amazing people,” said Andrew Spar, president of the Florida Education Association, the statewide teacher’s union. www.orlandosentinel.com/2026/04/03/f...
