Category: AAC News
$15,000 Donation Match: Teacher Appreciation Day
MATCH UPDATE: The donation match is over. Thank you to everyone who participated! The COVID-19 pandemic has constantly changed teachers’ lesson plans, teaching strategies, and school supply needs. After the year teachers have had, they need support more than ever before. That’s why AdoptAClassroom.org and CouponCause are helping the public show teachers love with a […]
Four Free Poetry Resources for Teachers
This month, in honor of the twenty-fifth anniversary of National Poetry Month, AdoptAClassroom.org wants to celebrate the power of poetry. Incorporating poetry in the classroom can be a great way to approach complex topics and connect with students. Check out these four free poetry resources for teachers in honor of National Poetry Month below. The […]
Teacher Appreciation Week Ideas for Thanking Educators
Do you need help coming up with teacher appreciation week ideas? Teacher Appreciation Week is the first full week of May. Read our Teacher Appreciation Week ideas that will help you give thanks to a teacher. Teachers navigate countless challenges to bring the best education possible to their students. They’re teacher, counselor, parent, and nurse, […]
April 13th Donation Match for School Materials
AdoptAClassroom.org is matching donations made to classrooms and schools on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. When a donor gives to a classroom or school fundraising page on AdoptAClassroom.org during our match, the donation will be doubled up to $50*.Matching begins at 7 AM CST on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. Don’t wait to start sharing your page, […]
Women Leaders Reflect on the Value of Education and Mentorship
AdoptAClassroom.org is proud to celebrate our women leaders and the women who inspired them. According to NCES, 76% of teachers in the US are women. As a women-led organization, we work to empower women as educators and experts in their field. We asked Executive Director Ann Pifer, Board Chair Jen Swanson, and Executive Vice President […]
Teacher Spending from the Students’ Perspective
The following blog was written by two sophomores, Kevin and Jazlyn, at a high school in Florida for a school assignment. The students told AdoptAClassroom.org that they were interested in “the cause of helping people” and decided to write about teacher spending for AdoptAClassroom.org. We’re grateful for the students’ interest and are honored to publish […]
Celebrating the Wonder of Science with Emily Calandrelli + Wonder Bread
Emily Calandrelli is teaming up with Wonder Bread and AdoptAClassroom.org to bring exciting science experiments to classrooms and kitchens nationwide. Emily is the host of the hit educational Netflix series Emily’s Wonder Lab, an MIT engineer, and scientist who is passionate about making science accessible to kids of all ages. Are you looking for activities […]
Seven Multicultural Books for Elementary Students
We’re excited to announce our newest vendor partner, Planting People Growing Justice! Just in time for Black History Month, PreK-12 educators can use donations they receive on AdoptAClassroom.org to purchase multicultural books for elementary students through our newest vendor. Are you a PreK-12 educator looking to stock your classroom with books that represent your students […]
$1,000 Arts Fund Grant – Apply by February 10
This grant opportunity is concluded. Visit our Teacher Funding Opportunities page to learn more about current and upcoming educator funding opportunities from AdoptAClassroom.org. Are you a PreK-12 educator who needs flexible funding to support your arts-based curriculum? Apply for a $1,000 Arts Fund Grant. Upload a short video (2-3 minutes) to tell us what you need and […]