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Aligned Welcomes Dr. Stacey Preis as Vice President of Education Programs
With more than 25 years of experience, Dr. Preis will lead Aligned’s efforts to turn education research and policy into practical improvements for Missouri schools. Aligned is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Stacey Preis as its new Vice…
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Aligned Election Recap
Missouri and Kansas — November 3, 2026 General Election This recap summarizes unofficial results from the November 3, 2026, general election in Missouri and Kansas, with attention to statewide offices and local school funding measures. Tallies below remain unofficial pending…
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Monthly Update — October 2026
Our October 2026 Kansas and Missouri education policy update covers new national polling on education priorities, leadership changes and A–F grading in Missouri, and Kansas assessment results and cellphone restrictions. This originally appeared in Aligned’s monthly newsletter. Want future updates…
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Missouri State Board of Education Guide
The Missouri State Board of Education oversees public education policy across the state, from academic standards and teacher certification to district accreditation and education funding recommendations. Aligned’s Guide to the Missouri State Board of Education explains the Board’s responsibilities, how…
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Aligned is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Stacey Preis as its new Vice President of Education Programs.
With more than 25 years of experience spanning classroom instruction, education policy, state government, and research, Dr. Preis brings a unique combination of expertise and leadership to Aligned’s expanding efforts to turn evidence-based education policy into measurable improvements for Missouri students.
In this newly established leadership role, Dr. Preis will lead the development, implementation, evaluation, and expansion of innovative education initiatives designed to strengthen Missouri school district operations, improve educator effectiveness, and drive student achievement.
Aligned Welcomes Dr. Stacey Preis as VP of Education Programs | Aligned
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Aligned welcomes Dr. Stacey Preis as Vice President of Education Programs, bringing 25+ years of experience to advance education innovation in Missouri.Click the link to check out Aligned's recap of the November 3, 2026, general election in Missouri and Kansas, with attention to statewide offices and local school funding measures. As newly elected and returning lawmakers take office in Missouri and Kansas, we look forward to working with all members of both legislatures on policies that benefit children statewide in both states.
2026 Election Results: Kansas and Missouri | Aligned
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Explore 2026 election results in Kansas and Missouri, including legislative changes, statewide races, school board elections, and local school funding votes.
Today, November 3, is Election Day. 🗳️
The choices we make at the ballot box shape our schools, including how classrooms are funded. Many communities have school funding measures on the ballot this year.
Before you head to the polls, take a few minutes to learn about the education issues on your ballot and what they mean for students in your community.
Check with your county election office for your polling place, hours, and voter ID requirements.
Every. Student. Prepared. It starts with showing up. Vote today.
📚❤️ Reading Together. Learning Together. Growing Together.
This National Family Literacy Day, we're celebrating the powerful role families play in building a lifelong love of reading and learning.
Literacy begins at home. Whether it's reading a bedtime story, exploring a new book together, or simply talking about the day's adventures, everyday moments help children build the language, confidence, and critical thinking skills they need to succeed.
At Aligned, we believe strong readers become strong learners, and strong learners build stronger communities and a stronger workforce. When families make reading and learning a shared priority, they're laying the foundation for a lifetime of opportunity.
📖 Just 15 minutes of reading together each day can make a meaningful difference. Let's turn the page toward a brighter future—one family, one book, and one child at a time.
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