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Dr. Stephanie Best, Ed.D.

@drstephbest

State Committee Member for Miami-Dade Democratic Party, andy βš“ and UM grad, College and Career Readiness, Education Policy πŸ“š, Bilingual and Bicultural Education: https://linktr.ee/bestforflorida

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Last night, I was honored to host the 12th annual Vanderbilt Networking Night for the Vanderbilt Alumni Miami Chapter πŸ’›πŸ–€.

This event was coordinated alongside forty-three alumni chapters across the globe 🌎 that hosted a Vanderbilt Networking Night event.
@VanderbiltU

14.11.2025 17:38 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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MIAMI! The City of Miami mayoral race is headed to a runoff election πŸ—³οΈ, and we all need to remember to get out and vote (again) for Eileen Higgins on December 9th. @eileenformiami.

08.11.2025 19:56 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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I am honored to announce that I have been selected by the U.S. Department of State for a Virtual Educator project with English Language Programs. I will be supporting local English teachers through an online project in Russia. #ELVirtualEducator #ExchangeOurWorld

02.09.2025 20:05 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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I spent a lovely afternoon in Miami Gardens, celebrating a Unity Mass Against Racism and having @lavern_deer show me some local spots. Thank you to Archbishop Wenski for reminding us to stand together, reject the voices odf division, and practice solidarity. What harms one of us harms all of us.

20.07.2025 04:06 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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MLK’s words hold true today. β€œWe will have to repent in this generation not merely for the vitriolic words and actions of the bad people, but for the appalling silence of the good people.” Thank you @corybooker for speaking truth to power at the @fladems Leadership Blue Gala.

22.06.2025 23:50 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Leadership Blue was an uplifting weekend of hope and resilience. @fladems are standing up for our communities. We were inspired by @andybeshearky, who showed us a framework for Democratic success and @corybooker as a witness to leading with love unafraid of getting into a little β€œgood trouble.”

22.06.2025 21:36 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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β€œDr. Best, if ICE agents entered our classroom right now, would you lie for us?”

10.06.2025 03:10 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Where is the β€œstates’ rights” crowd as the president (unlawfully) calls for the arrest of a sitting governor? #la #ice #california

nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcna2…

09.06.2025 18:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you to the Maronite Young Adults (MYA) at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church for organizing the β€œLead With Purpose” event, bringing together mission-driven leaders. I enjoyed reflecting on servant leadership & the intersection of Middle Eastern, Latin, & U.S. cultural influences in Miami πŸ‡±πŸ‡§!

09.06.2025 03:51 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you @miami.mya and @ololebanon.miami for organizing this β€œLead with Purpose” networking event, bringing together impactful mission-driven Miami leaders across sectors.

08.06.2025 19:47 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Miami, take note - local officials need not β€œcooperate” with ICE. Raiding workplaces, elementary school graduations, and Home Depot only serves to terrorize immigrant communities.

08.06.2025 16:22 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Don't ever let me hear β€œwomen are too emotional to lead” again.

06.06.2025 15:10 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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05.06.2025 21:59 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I myself was a Pell Grant recipient as a first-gen student at Vanderbilt University βš“. Now, proposed changes to the Pell Grant Program in the so-called β€œBig Beautiful Bill” threaten access to higher ed πŸŽ“ for millions, with part-time community college students most impacted. #pellgrants #highered

05.06.2025 21:59 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
2025 Interfaith Breakfast of Hope   THE MIAMI-DADE DEMOCRATIC PARTY INVITES YOU TO BREAK BREAD   Keynote Address By:Reverend Charles R. Stith, Th.M.Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Republic of Tanzania"Renewing America's...

Please join me at the 2025 Interfaith Breakfast of Hope, next Friday, May 30th, at the Biltmore. Former Tanzanian Ambassador Reverend Charles Stith, Th.M., will keynote the event with an address centered on Restoring America's Promise.
Purchase tickets here: secure.speedygive.com/contribute/I...

23.05.2025 02:57 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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South Dade & West Miami Democratic Clubs Spring Picnic Β· West Miami Democrats Enjoy a day in the park with fellow Dems. Free ice cream and fun games for all ages. Bring your picnic basket, a blanket, a chair or two and chillax with us! Pets welcome. Miami Dade Democratic Party...

I'm attending West Miami Democrats' event, β€œSouth Dade & West Miami Democratic Clubs Spring Picnic” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/westmiamidem...

13.05.2025 13:15 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

JJ is also a first-generation college student at Seminole State College πŸŽ“ pursuing an A.A. in Political Science. #accessibility #disabilityrights

04.05.2025 14:22 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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For the strength of their combined voices, Alison and JJ Holmes are Central Floridians of the Year The mother-son duo has become a force to reckon with, particularly when they have state lawmakers in their sights, and are the Orlando Sentinel’s 2025 Central Floridians of the Year.

JJ is my little cousin, and I am SO proud of him and Alison for being named Central Floridian of the Year. Their advocacy for accessibility in the disability community is remarkable. I am better for having them in my life. #accessibility #disabilityrights

www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/05/04/f....

04.05.2025 14:22 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Laura Kelley Speaks with Khurrum Wahid, Susan Whitman, Max Cantor, & Dr. Stephanie Best
Laura Kelley Speaks with Khurrum Wahid, Susan Whitman, Max Cantor, & Dr. Stephanie Best YouTube video by Community Newspapers

This morning, I was saddened to learn of Pope Francis's passing yet heartened to engage in ecumenical dialogue on the intersection of faith and politics. May we answer the call to stand in solidarity with the marginalized and to love our neighbors as ourselves.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGUa...

22.04.2025 00:07 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Layoffs Gut Federal Education Research Agency The department says the research agency failed to effectively fulfill its mandate and exemplifies wasteful spending. But experts warn the cuts will undermine β€œthe backbone of accountability” for the c...

The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) is critical. Since 1867, educational researchers have relied on its data reporting for program evaluation and educational research to support student learning outcomes and informs policymaking.

www.insidehighered.com/news/student...

20.03.2025 20:20 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Miami Save Social Security Town Hall with Martin O'Malley Β· Mobilize Elon Musk and the Republican Project 2025 are coming for your Social Security and Medicare. We know how to stop them. Save Social Security and Medicare Now is mobilizing Americans to reverse DOGE's p...

Save Social Security and Medicare Now is mobilizing Americans to reverse DOGE's plans. Social Security Commissioner under President Biden and former Maryland Governor, Martin O'Malley and guests will be speaking and engaging attendees.

Want to join me for this event? mobilize.us/s/nInmul

20.03.2025 16:08 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
One-on-one with Laura Kelley
One-on-one with Laura Kelley YouTube video by CBS Miami

@miamidadedems.bsky.social chair @laurakelley.bsky.social discusses her vision for the future of the party with @jimdefede.bsky.social .

19.03.2025 02:36 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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I've registered for eMerge Americas 2025! REGISTER NOW

I'm attending eMerge Americas in March! Come join me in Miami so we can experience this one-of-a-kind tech hub and shape the future of innovation. invt.io/1txb0z5hht7

17.03.2025 16:01 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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We had a full house for last night’s town hall. @miamidadedems / @fladems are fighting for our community, while our elected Republican Congressional Representatives are MIA. @maelvirasalazar @carlosgimenezfl26 @mariodbcamp

16.03.2025 23:29 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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March 15 Town Hall: A Conversation About Congress (in Coral Gables) Β· Miami-Dade Democrats Join us for an in-person Town Hall to discuss what is happening in Washington D.C. and the impact on our community. We are inviting Miami-Dade's Republican members of Congress to listen to their const...

#DoYourJob TOWN HALL on Saturday, March 15th at 5 pm at Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ.

mobilize.us/s/Z1R5H5

13.03.2025 09:44 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Amazingly Simple Graphic Design Software – Canva Amazingly Simple Graphic Design Software – Canva

The following link is a working document with πŸ”— to the resources mentioned in this post.

www.canva.com/design/DAGeB...

03.02.2025 14:58 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Use these resources to identify private scholarship opportunities that are open to undocumented students. #scholarships #becas

03.02.2025 14:56 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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The following colleges and universities πŸŽ“ meet 100% of demonstrated financial need for undocumented students.

03.02.2025 14:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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In 2014, Florida passed bipartisan legislation that created a pathway for undocumented Florida students to qualify for in-state tuition at Florida public colleges and universities πŸŽ“. Given efforts to repeal this benefit, undocumented Florida students need to know that they have options.

03.02.2025 14:54 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Research funding is essential for scientific advancement. Everything is interconnected, and this will have far-reaching consequences.

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