Archive - Candy Apple Advocacy

August 2025

The Book Is Thick, But Your Voice Is Louder

Why engaged parents who fight like hell for their kids are an unstoppable force

Aug 25 •

The End of the Beginning: Why Back-to-School Season Is Our Moment

Three minutes and one email can change everything for your child's future

Aug 24 •

Backpacks and Battle Scars: What Life Teaches Beyond the Classroom

As students return to school, let’s not forget: the hardest lessons aren’t always in textbooks. Life tests us first—and those tests shape how our kids…

Aug 18 •

Dear Pennsylvania: Our Children Are Not Bargaining Chips

A Father’s Plea to Lawmakers, Parents, and Advocates to Protect Public Cyber Charter Schools

Aug 10 •

When Kids Call You a Hero

The Prayer That Shows the Heart of a Teacher

Aug 4 •

Two Fronts, One Fire

Fighting for Tabby’s recovery and for every child left waiting in Harrisburg’s silence.

Aug 3 •

July 2025

One More Call: Why We Can't Wait for Harrisburg to Figure It Out

While lawmakers battle over budgets, parents must keep fighting for our kids' voices to be heard

Jul 12 •

FREEDOM IS NOT FREE – AND NEITHER IS OUR CHILDREN'S FUTURE

PENNSYLVANIA FAMILIES – THIS IS OUR MOMENT!

Jul 1 •

June 2025

Small Steps, Big Heartbeats: A Monday Update from Shadyside

For those just tuning in—and for those walking with us every step of the way.

Jun 30 •

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