"The education of children is a fundamental value of the people of the state of Florida." - Article IX, Constitution of the State of Florida
Our schools are where our kids learn, our communities gather, and our future takes shape; and, since 1868 our state's constitution has asserted the importance of the education of Florida's children. Educating Florida’s Future exists to ensure that the promise of excellence in public education is being kept. We believe that excellence at scale is possible. We support local control with state oversight, public transparency and nonpartisan policy focused on learning and thriving. We value families, teachers and safe, enriching classrooms. We insist on public accountability for all schools that receive tax dollars - academic and financial. When we lead people, invest wisely and provide public accountability for all schools and all children, students win and Florida wins.
"Our schools impact our national security, economic prosperity and community vitality. They are the common fabric that binds us as Americans. We can and we must have excellence in education across Florida’s schools." -- Laura Hine, Florida school board member and founder of Educating Florida’s Future
Safe & Enriching Schools
We work to ensure every student learns in a safe, supportive, and innovative environment that inspires curiosity and success.
Adequate & Stable Funding
We advocate for school budgets that keep pace with inflation and rising costs so students and teachers have the resources they need.
Recruiting & Retaining the Best and Brightest
Remuneration & investment in people matter. We promote professional salaries, talent development, and collaborative school cultures to help recruit and retain high-quality teachers, leaders and staff.
Early Learning, Lifelong Impact
We believe all preschoolers deserve access to high-quality early learning that builds the foundation for lifelong achievement.
Targeted Interventions
We focus on directing additional resources and targeted interventions to underperforming schools so every student has a fair chance to succeed.
Reading Success & Achievement Opportunity
We champion efforts to ensure all third-graders read on grade level and work to close achievement gaps across student groups so every student has the opportunity to succeed.
College & Career Pathways
We support career-ready programs and community partnerships that connect students to real-world skills and workforce opportunities.
Transparency & Accountability
We advocate for clear financial reporting and strong academic accountability to ensure every tax dollar supports student learning.
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People are asking about Educating Florida's Future.
If you’ve got questions about Florida’s schools, funding or accountability, you are in the right place. We keep answers clear, nonpartisan and rooted in data so every family can make informed decisions.
What is the mission of Educating Florida’s Future?
Educating Florida’s Future advocates for PreK-12 education policy and funding that builds strength and stability for Florida's students, communities, economy and future.
What are the priorities of Educating Florida’s Future?
Strong public schools. Accountability for every dollar and every student’s success. Communities that are informed and involved. Collaboration with teachers, administrators, school staff, parents, neighbors and elected leaders.
What will donations to Educating Florida’s Future
be used for?
Outreach and advocacy, informational public town halls, parent resources, research, data and oversight analysis, and launch operations. We’ll publish regular updates about our activities.
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Your voice matters. Your action counts.
Your voice matters. Your action counts.
Board of Directors
Laura Hine
Pinellas County School Board
Amber Brinkley
Principal, Kippen Communications
Chris McCabe
Former Maryland State Senator
Rachel Davis
Independent Learning Specialist
Michelle Hoffmann
Operations Leader
Staff
Laura Hine
EFF Executive Director
Rachel Berrang
Executive Assistant
Trusted by Florida neighbors and leaders
Public education in Florida gives every child—no matter their zip code of income level —a chance to learn, grow, and reach their potential. It builds the foundation for our communities by preparing future citizens, workers, and leaders who can think critically and contribute meaningfully. When we invest in strong public schools, we’re investing in the future of our state and the success of every Florida family.
Sarah Lampe
tutor, learning specialist and former public school teacher
Public education is a common good, just like clean drinking water or fire and police protection. The stronger public schools are, the stronger our workforce, communities, and democracy will be. The pursuit of educating all children, and therefore improving our society, should be shared by all of society, not just individual families.
Caitlin Ellis
tutor, learning specialist, and parent of public school students
Public schools are the only educational institutions mandated to serve all students. This is particularly important to me as an educator of special needs students with learning differences and disabilities. These students deserve high-quality educations like anyone else, and public schools are often the only option. With strong public schools to support them, they are capable of contributing to society in positive and meaningful ways.
Miriam Pardoll
public and private school educator for 30 years
