Help VISINE® Get Screens into the Hands of Teachers and their Students
Teacher classroom budgets often don’t allow for technology, yet it is essential to give our children a 21st century education. A study by CompTIA, found that 78 percent of teachers surveyed believe technology has a positive effect on classrooms, and 65 percent said it makes students more productive. We’re excited to share that we’ve partnered with […]
The Teachers’ Lounge: How do you keep your most accomplished students engaged?
Congratulations to Amanda Koonlaba, our randomly selected winner from last month’s questions! Email [email protected] to claim your $25. If you missed last month’s question, check out all the great responses about art curriculum here. Would you like advice from teachers across the nation? Submit your questions here. Question of the Month (comment with your response on the corresponding Facebook post […]
Introducing Our Newest Vendor: Your Dollar Buys!
We are excited to announce our newest vendor, Your Dollar Buys! Who are they? Your Dollar Buys is a family-owned business focused on producing and sourcing wholesale items at a discounted price. They work directly with manufacturers in order to get you the best possible deal. What do they offer? Your Dollar Buys offers […]
Help Us Raise a Hand for First-Year Teachers!
Many first-year teachers are walking into nearly empty classrooms this fall, only to find out that they’re responsible for stocking them with supplies. This problem affects both teachers and their students, so AdoptAClassroom.org is lending a hand with our Twin Cities, MN and Columbus, OH First-Year Teacher Funds. With these funds, new teachers working for Twin Cities, Minnesota and Columbus, […]
Film Teacher Uses His Creative Skills to Raise $15,000 for His Classroom
Lance Madzey teaches film and television at Natrona County High School in Casper, Wyoming, and chose to use AdoptAClassroom.org to raise $15,300 for his media program, Natrona County Television (NCTV), and he’s almost there! Since launching his fundraising campaign in July, the project has received over $13,000 in donations on AdoptAClassroom.org. When Madzey reaches his goal, he plans […]
Farmers Insurance Starts the School Year Brighter for This Kindergarten Teacher
Farmers Insurance gives over 1 million dollars throughout the year to help fund teachers on AdoptAClassroom.org with their “Thank America’s Teachers” program. Roseanna Gonzales teaches Kindergarten at Canyon Breeze Elementary in Avondale, Arizona. She was awarded $2,500 to her AdoptAClassroom.org account after submitting a proposal to Farmers Insurance for the Thank America’s Teachers program. Roseanna wasn’t […]
Beyond The Backpack: Preparing Kindergartners for Success in School
In August, parents make costly back-to-school purchases for their children or students. It’s an annual tradition for many. But many parents are unable to provide their children with supplies they need for school. On Saturday, August 6 Nick Jr., Mall of America and AdoptAClassroom.org alleviated some of the financial burden at the Beyond the Backpack event. Together, our three […]
Participate in our Back-to-School Giveaway!
The new school year is a time for excitement, nerves, goals, plans, and tons of hard work. But at AdoptAClassroom.org, we think it’s also time for a GIVEAWAY! Our awesome vendors have pitched in to make sure that this year, you can accomplish all of your goals in the classroom. Starting on Monday, August 29, […]
Introducing the Teachers’ Lounge: Grants, Contests, and a Chance at $25 for Your Classroom!
At AdoptAClassroom.org we want to be more than just a website you use to fund your classroom. We want to be a community that supports you in all different facets of your teaching challenges. You may remember “Teachers2Teachers,” our place for you to ask questions and give answers for a chance to win $25. The […]