Tom Hoyer · [email protected]

September 22, 2024 at 2:30 PM

Hello there, I’m Tom Hoyer.

I’m the father of Luke Hoyer, one of the 17 victims of the Parkland Massacre. Hi there, My name is Tom Hoyer — I’m the father of Luke Hoyer, one of the 17 victims of the Parkland Massacre. I’m reaching out because there’s a little over a week before the end of September, and Stand with…

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  Debbi Hixon · [email protected]

September 18, 2024 at 1:01 PM

The work that needs to be done

Stand with Parkland’s commitment to supporting mental health resources Hi friends, Mental health is important. I know that may seem obvious with the recent focus on the mental health of our students, but in so many cases, we don’t know when someone is struggling. Once again, we find our…

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  Tony Montalto, President of Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

September 7, 2024 at 2:00 PM

Our August Newsletter: Celebrating success, Debbi Hixon’s win, and our summer of advocacy

August highlights: safety progress, advocacy events, and more. Hi friends, I hope you're enjoying these last days of summer! As we savor the warm weather, I wanted to share some highlights from our busy season and let you in on the vital work we've been doing to make our schools safer. …

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  Tony Montalto, President of Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

September 4, 2024 at 9:00 PM

There was a school shooting today

Apalachee High School has become another site of heartbreak and devastation. Friends, My heart is heavy as I share this tragic news with you.  Today, Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, became the latest site of an unimaginable horror — a school shooting that has once again shatt…

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  Tony Montalto, Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

August 29, 2024 at 1:00 PM

We are turning our grief into action

We are saving others from the sorrow we feel everyday. Dear friend, Imagine waking up every day with a hole in your heart that can never be filled. That’s the reality for countless families who have lost loved ones to senseless violence. Today, on National Grief Awareness Day, we don’t …

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  Back to School Alert (via Stand with Parkland) · [email protected]

August 24, 2024 at 12:10 PM

Our back to school resources and quick summer recap!

Resources and updates from the team! Dear friends, This summer has been such an eventful one for the school safety movement, and we’re excited to showcase our work! But before we do, we wanted to cover some resources as families are preparing for their children to head back to school. …

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  Phil and April Schentrup · [email protected]

August 22, 2024 at 1:00 PM

Back to School season is here

It’s not the easiest time of the year for us. Dear friend, Back-to-school season is ramping up, and while it can be an exciting time for many, it’s a bit different for us. On February 14, 2018, our lives were shattered when an act of senseless violence stole the life of our daughter, C…

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  Tony Montalto, Gina’s Dad · [email protected]

August 15, 2024 at 5:15 PM

Another successful summer

How was your summer, friend? Dear friend, How has your summer been? While we still have some time to go before it’s over, I wanted to highlight some of my favorite parts of the summer so far: June 24: Right here at home! 🏑 I watched one of my favorite teams, the Florida Panthers, win …

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  Gena Hoyer, Luke's mom · [email protected]

August 8, 2024 at 2:10 PM

The news from Texas

Threat assessment systems save lives. Friend, Have you heard the news? The Texas Education Agency's Office of School Safety and Security is preparing for the launch of its new Sentinel system which will improve the state’s threat assessment system. Threat assessment systems save lives…

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  Tony Montalto, Gina’s Dad · [email protected]

August 6, 2024 at 3:27 PM

I can’t thank you enough, friend

Your support means the world to us. Hey friend, For the past 6 years, you’ve stood by us as we built Stand with Parkland - The National Association of Families for Safe Schools, to advocate for families like yours seeking real change. And I can’t thank you enough, friend. In our missio…

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  Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

July 30, 2024 at 11:00 PM

Nothing has changed? Not true.

There’s still more to do – but don’t overlook progress. Hey friend, It’s easy to look at everything happening today and wonder if anything has changed. We’ll be the first to tell you — there’s still a heck of a lot more to do when it comes to school safety. But we wanted to highlight s…

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  Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

July 29, 2024 at 9:00 PM

School safety doesn’t stop during the summer

We can all do more to prevent these things from happening. Friend, We hope you’re soaking up these last few weeks of summer! Before we know it, it’ll be the back-to-school season, and we’ll be gearing up for another long school year. But before that happens, we need to talk about somet…

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  Tony Montalto, Stand With Parkland · [email protected]

July 26, 2024 at 10:00 PM

My daughter’s funeral

I never thought this would ever happen. Dear friend, My name is Tony Montalto, and I am a father who never imagined the need to plan his daughter's funeral. On February 14, 2018, our lives were shattered by an act of senseless violence that claimed the life of my beloved Gina at Marjor…

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  Tony Montalto, Gina’s dad · [email protected]

July 23, 2024 at 1:00 PM

My daughter’s high school is hallowed ground

Standing Together for Marjory Stoneman Douglas Dear friends, Last week, I shared what it was like meeting with policy makers who have toured the site where Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School massacre once stood.  Though the 1200 building at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School is no…

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  School Safety Alert (via Stand With Parkland) · [email protected]

July 18, 2024 at 3:44 PM

Florida School Safety Act officially rolled out!

We’re so proud to see Florida continue to lead the school safety movement! Friends, Right now, Florida schools are gearing up for House Bill 1473 – known as the Florida School Safety Act – which has taken to effect this month. Bolstering school safety measures in place, the legislatio…

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  Tony Montalto, Stand With Parkland · [email protected]

July 6, 2024 at 2:00 PM

We are in crisis

U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, has declared firearm violence a public health crisis Friends, After my daughter Gina was murdered at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, I dedicated my life to advocating for safer schools. This work gave me a purpose – to ensure my bright and …

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  Debbi Hixon, Chris’s wife · [email protected]

July 3, 2024 at 4:52 PM

I don’t get to hear his voice anymore

For six years, we have worked to make sure others do not feel our pain. Dear friends, Six years ago, my life changed forever. My husband, Chris, was murdered in the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School massacre. One of the first voices I heard in the mornings was Chris, and when I saw …

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  Tony Montalto, President of Stand With Parkland · [email protected]

July 2, 2024 at 2:00 PM

We’ve been doing this for 6 years now

Celebrating the founding of Stand With Parkland. Dear friend, Six years ago today, we formed Stand with Parkland - The National Association of Families for Safe Schools, to be a voice for America’s  families seeking positive change. Our uniquely inclusive, non-partisan, and comprehensi…

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  Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

June 27, 2024 at 10:00 PM

Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School demolished

“Just because the building goes doesn’t meant that that ground is not sacred and important because of who was lost there, who was taken” Friends, Six years after the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, the 1200 building is undergoing demolition. The building has stood vac…

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  Stand With Parkland · [email protected]

June 25, 2024 at 9:00 PM

Celebrating two years of the fight for safer schools

Today commemorates the anniversary of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act! Friends, We are thrilled to mark the two-year anniversary of the passage of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, our biggest victory in school safety advocacy since our inception! This landmark bill achieved …

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  Team Parkland · [email protected]

June 12, 2024 at 5:50 PM

Introducing our Summer Safety Series! ☀️

Our first edition: Safe storage tips for firearms in the home. Hi, folks! We’ve got an exciting announcement today: We’re launching our Summer Safety Series! We’ll be sending out safety tips for students and families each week, so keep an eye on your inbox! If you would like to support…

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  Tony Montalto, Stand With Parkland · [email protected]

May 30, 2024 at 4:50 PM

Our May newsletter: Summer safety tips & reflections.

Hi friends, We wanted to kick off this month’s newsletter with a refresher on two important safety topics heading into the summer: safe firearm storage and suicide prevention. Kids will be spending a lot more time at home this season, and we want everyone to have fun while staying safe…

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  Tony Montalto, Stand With Parkland · [email protected]

May 29, 2024 at 2:00 PM

My daughter’s funeral

I never thought this would ever happen. Dear friend, My name is Tony Montalto, and I am a father who never imagined the need to plan his daughter's funeral. On February 14, 2018, our lives were shattered by an act of senseless violence that claimed the life of my beloved Gina at Marjor…

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  Gena Hoyer, Luke's mom · [email protected]

May 24, 2024 at 4:42 PM

This doesn’t have to keep happening

Join us in demanding accountability from Texas and elected officials everywhere. Dear friends, As I woke up this morning, my heart felt heavier than ever, burdened by the weight of grief and frustration. Today marks the anniversary of one of the darkest days in American history, a day …

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  School Safety Alert (via Stand With Parkland) · [email protected]

May 7, 2024 at 10:00 PM

Florida School Safety Act officially signed, safer schools ahead!

We’re so proud to see Florida continuing to lead the school safety movement! Exciting news! We're thrilled to announce that Governor Ron DeSantis has officially signed the School Safety Act HB 1473 into law, marking a monumental victory for safer schools in Florida!  The School Safety…

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  Gena Hoyer (Luke’s mom) · [email protected]

May 4, 2024 at 5:00 PM

Everything changed with Columbine

There’s still so much work to be done. Dear friend,  This April marked the 25th anniversary of the tragic events at Columbine High School, a day etched into our nation's memory. The impact of that fateful day transcends generations, shaping not just our approach to school safety, but al…

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  Tony Montalto, Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

May 2, 2024 at 11:31 PM

Yesterday could have been so much worse

A Wisconsin middle school narrowly avoided a mass violence disaster. Hi friends, In case you missed it, yesterday in Wisconsin, another school faced the ominous threat of mass violence. Amidst the shadow of tragedy, I find solace in the swift and resolute actions of the Mount Horeb fa…

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  Phil, Carmen’s dad · [email protected]

April 30, 2024 at 8:30 PM

Asking from the heart

Your support is what drives the lifesaving work we do. Dear friend, I  know all too well what it's like to see your loved one go to school, only to receive the heartbreaking news hours later that they're never coming home. I still remember the moment when the FBI told me that my daught…

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  Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

April 19, 2024 at 7:46 PM

Can you send a quick message for us?

Contact your representatives today to urge them to support red flag laws in your state! Friend, a major push forward in school safety has us all excited!  The Office of Gun Violence Protection launched an official call to action for states across the country to pass red flags. We urge a…

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  Tony Montalto, Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

April 9, 2024 at 10:30 PM

Standing together against tragedy.

It is painful to know so much could have been done to prevent another unimaginable loss. Dear friend, With each new report of a school shooting, the wounds of our own loss reopen. The pain is raw, the memories vivid, as I recall the tragic day my wife Jennifer and I had our daughter Gi…

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  Ryan Petty, Stand with Parkland  · [email protected]

March 31, 2024 at 1:00 PM

Stand With Parkland’s newsletter: Vice President Kamala Harris visits Parkland and more!

We were visited by Vice President Kamala Harris in support of the Office of Gun Violence Prevention. Hi team,  March has been a big month for Stand With Parkland for three reasons: we unveiled the rollout of our grant program with the CERA app, held poignant walkthroughs with our natio…

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  Team SWP · [email protected]

March 30, 2024 at 2:30 PM

TAKE ACTION: The EAGLES Act

Now’s your chance to support our mission. Friend, have you heard of the EAGLES Act?  Its purpose is to help establish a national program on targeted school violence prevention. Folks, this piece of bipartisan legislation is a CRUCIAL step in the effort to keep our children safe from sch…

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  Stand With Parkland · [email protected]

March 29, 2024 at 3:30 PM

These numbers are heartbreaking

We’ve already had 10 firearm related incidents this year.        This email was sent to [email protected]. To update your contact information, manage your contributions, or adjust your email preferences, click here. To stop receiving these emails, unsubscribe here. BECOME A ME…

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  Gena Hoyer, Luke's mom · [email protected]

March 28, 2024 at 8:30 PM

Keeping safe this spring break!

Critical safety tips this spring. Hi friends, Gena Hoyer from Stand With Parkland here. Losing my son Luke in the horrific Parkland school massacre was one of the worst moments of my life, and I’ve dedicated myself to helping ensure no other parent has to bury their child because of fi…

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  Team Parkland · [email protected]

March 26, 2024 at 7:15 PM

ICYMI: Vice President Harris' visit to Parkland marks a turning point in the fight for school safety.

Celebrating the establishment of the Office of Gun Violence Prevention. Team –  It was truly an honor to have Vice President Harris herself stop by, chat with Parkland victims' families, and show her support for our school safety initiatives. Her visit underscores the significance of …

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  Ryan Petty, Alaina's dad · [email protected]

March 21, 2024 at 8:30 PM

Our walkthrough of Marjory Stoneman Douglas

Learning from past crises is one of the best tools we have in this journey to eliminate them once and for all. Hi friend, Team Stand With Parkland here. Last Monday, we held a walkthrough of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School with the Secret Service Director and National Threat Asses…

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  Tony Montalto, Gina's dad · [email protected]

March 20, 2024 at 9:00 PM

BREAKING NEWS: Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Parkland this Saturday!!

A special guest will be walking through Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School this Saturday. Dear friends, We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you – this Saturday, Vice President Kamala Harris will be visiting Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in the wake of the recent …

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  Team SWP · [email protected]

March 8, 2024 at 8:00 PM

We want to keep our schools safe online

Here are ways to help secure our schools online. Dear friends, Here at Stand With Parkland, we are committed to making sure our schools are as safe as possible, both in person and online.  In addition to the dangers of social media, cyberattacks targeting K-12 schools are on the rise, …

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  Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

March 7, 2024 at 5:00 PM

We have a groundbreaking announcement to share.

Introducing the CERA app Dear friend, Last month, we made a groundbreaking announcement that will enhance emergency response capabilities during school and community safety incidents!  Six years ago in Parkland, we witnessed a catastrophic failure in communication and response to the …

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  Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

March 1, 2024 at 12:30 AM

Remembering Parkland, responding to Kansas City

This cannot continue. Dear friend, Earlier this month marked a somber anniversary for all of us at Stand With Parkland. Six years ago, our community was shattered by an unimaginable act of violence. Yet even as we reflect on our own pain and loss, we are confronted with another senseles…

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  Tony Montalto, Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

February 14, 2024 at 3:30 PM

Turning grief into action

What this day means to us. Dear friends, Today marks one of the most challenging days of the year for me and sixteen other families.  Six years ago, my daughter Gina Montalto was tragically taken from us in the 2018 Parkland shooting, along with sixteen other souls. In response to thi…

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  Tony Montalto, Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

February 10, 2024 at 3:00 PM

As we prepare for the 6th anniversary...

Remembering February 14. Friends, We’re approaching our annual commemoration of the February 14th shooting that took too many innocent lives, like my own daughter Gina, too soon. As we prepare, we need to ensure our message reaches across the country. As we get ready for a national pus…

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  Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

January 31, 2024 at 9:01 PM

Friends, here’s what we’ve been up to.

Take a moment to read our January newsletter. Hi friends, We hope you have enjoyed ringing in the new year with your loved ones. Before you get to reading our January newsletter on our recent work, please consider supporting our fight to make schools safe for kids, teachers and staff b…

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  Tony Montalto · [email protected]

January 11, 2024 at 4:38 PM

A new year, another tragedy.

It has been devastating to see the news from Iowa — this is why Congress must pass the Eagles Act. Hello everyone —  This is Tony Montalto from Stand with Parkland. It has been devastating to see the news from Iowa. On just the first day back to school from holiday break, Perry High Sc…

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  Stand with Parkland · [email protected]

December 30, 2023 at 4:26 PM

Friends — can we count on you to stand up for school safety?

We won’t stop until every student, teacher and staff member is safe walking into their schools each morning. Hello there, There are less than 48 hours left in 2023 and we have just $872 left to raise to meet our $8,000 end-of-year goal — we’re so close! Can we count on you to chip in $1…

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  Tom Hoyer · [email protected]

December 28, 2023 at 4:53 PM

Hello there, I’m Tom Hoyer.

I’m the father of Luke Hoyer, one of the 17 victims of the Parkland Massacre. Hello there, My name is Tom Hoyer — I’m the father of Luke Hoyer, one of the 17 victims of the Parkland Massacre. I’m reaching out because there are only a few days left before the end of the year, and Stand …

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  Tony Montalto · [email protected]

December 21, 2023 at 7:52 PM

A message as we head into the holidays.

Since losing my daughter Gina, I’ll be honest that the holiday season can be a difficult time. Hi friends, It’s Tony from Stand with Parkland. I’ll be honest that the holiday season can be a difficult time — since losing my daughter Gina to the Parkland school massacre in 2018, family h…

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  Debra Hixon · [email protected]

December 20, 2023 at 12:22 AM

Can you help me honor my husband Chris?

Chris was used to giving his all to serve those in his community, and he died doing the same — storming into the building to confront the gunman terrorizing his school. Hi friends, My name is Debra Hixon, and this is my husband Chris. In 2018, Chris was murdered during the Parkland Mas…

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  Tony Montalto · [email protected]

December 14, 2023 at 6:34 PM

Friends — I’ll keep this quick.

Thank you so much for your time and your help, friends. We couldn’t do this without you. Hi friends, It’s Tony, the President of Stand with Parkland. I know this is a busy time of year with the holidays approaching, so I’ll keep this quick. To continue advocating for safe schools in 20…

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  Tony Montalto · [email protected]

December 5, 2023 at 10:35 PM

Hello everyone, I wanted to send a note of gratitude.

The progress we’ve been able to make thanks to this community always keeps us looking forward. Hello everyone — Tony Montalto here from Stand with Parkland. I just wanted to send a note of gratitude to everyone who supported our Giving Tuesday fundraiser last month. It means the world t…

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