This is it! We have 1 week to make good on the commitments we’ve made to each other to defend public education—and this newsletter has everything you need to get yourself to the polls and make sure others do, too!

JOIN US!

• ALL IN call 7/29 from 7-8pm on zoom for updates on where the campaign stands, the final-week plan, and how every team and volunteer plugs in for the last push. Invite others to join us, too! RSVP here.

• Get Out the Vote Rally and Canvass events across the state on Saturday, August 1. RSVPs and more info here: https://parents4mopublicschools.org/gotv/

Make Your Voting Plan!

This is a primary election, where turnout is often lower and every vote carries more weight. This time, Amendment 5 is just one of four constitutional amendments statewide, so make sure you know where it falls on your ballot before you go and expect that turnout may be higher than the average primary on election day. Many counties offer a sample ballot, either digitally or by mail, so you can preview exactly what yours might look like.

Early voting locations typically have shorter lines and more flexible hours than Election Day precincts. If your schedule is unpredictable, early voting is your best shot at actually getting it done. Answer these four questions today to be prepared:

• When are you voting — this week during early voting, or August 4?

• Where is your early voting polling location? Confirm here: https://parents4mopublicschools.org/early-voting/

• How are you getting there?

• What times is your location open during early voting? Can you go before work, during lunch, or after work? Be sure to place it on your calendar now.

  Election Day is August 4, polls open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Hard Truth—we don’t just need your vote. We need every vote you can bring to the table! 

If you signed up to canvass at playgrounds, to reach out to five people you know, or to amplify this message on socials—it’s now or never. Early voting has started, and every day, Missourians are heading to the ballot box to make their choices. 

Try the language below as a starting point for your own outreach; then make it your own before sending/posting. (For close relationships, consider adding a photo of your kids to remind them what they are voting for!)

Text to friends/family (most impactful):

Early voting for the Aug 4 election is now! Amendment 5 would cost MO public schools $1.4B a year—smaller classes, electives, and disability services are all on the line. Please vote NO and make a plan to vote! Check your early voting site here: https://parents4mopublicschools.org/early-voting/ 

For parent groups / pages or your Nextdoor feed (keep it neutral, factual):

Heads up for anyone with kids in public school—early voting is happening for the August 4 election. One of the ballot items, Amendment 5, has a real fiscal impact on school funding. Worth reading up on before you vote! Check your early voting options here: https://parents4mopublicschools.org/early-voting/

Social post:

Early voting is open. Amendment 5 could mean $1.4 billion cut from Missouri public schools. Vote NO, vote early, and bring a friend. #StandUpMO. Check your early voting site here: https://parents4mopublicschools.org/early-voting/

Tackle your outreach now! Send five texts before you close this tab, then forward this email to three more people! 

Throw Down to Bring More “NO on 5” Voters to the Polls:

• Organize the people in your circle with plans to vote. Confusion is the enemy. Most Missourians still don't know Amendment 5 is on the ballot, let alone what's in it. Engage at least 5 of your neighbors, family members, friends with the information they need to make their voting plans and Vote NO on Amendment 5. Track the conversations here.

• Engage small businesses in your community to get 5 posters placed in storefronts near you. Check out the toolkit here!

  

• Have conversations and pass out flyers in places parents gather, like playgrounds, camp drop off/pick up, youth sports events, etc. Check out our relational canvassing toolkit here and flyer to get started! We also have flyers for anyone who needs them! Just reply to this email for the goods!

  

Event Reminders:

• Join the ALL IN call 7/29 7-8pm via Zoom for updates on where the campaign stands, the final-week plan, and how every team and volunteer plugs in for the last push. Invite others to join us, too! RSVP here.

• Join our Get Out the Vote Rally and Canvass events across the state on Saturday, August 1. RSVPs and more info here: https://parents4mopublicschools.org/gotv/ 

• ELECTION DAY IS AUGUST 4TH!

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