a day with friends

The Friend of the Year Dinner.

The Friend of the Year Award was established to honor the rare individuals and organizations who step up as champions for those who learn and work in our schools.

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Thu, Nov 12, 2026 · 5:00–9:00 PM
Etter-Harbin Alumni Center, 2110 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78712

Past HonoreesThe Summit

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2026-2027 Network Membership Sign-Up Form

School District Network Membership for the 2026-2027 school year.

HB 1495: 0% of your membership dues goes to directly or indirectly influence or attempt to influence the outcome of legislation or administrative action.

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Advisory Council — Nominate or Apply

Nominate a principal, assistant principal, or other campus or district leader — or put your own name forward.

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Join the Movement.

Three ways in — pick the one that fits you.

District MembershipFor Texas school districts — $500 per year.→Business PartnershipFor businesses that back public schools — Strategic to Bronze.→Advisory CouncilFor campus and district leaders — nominate or apply.→Individual SupportersFor individuals and families — $25 to $500 per year.→