Summer is over and school is officially in session! As teachers and students faced the toughest back-to-school season yet, our community rallied to show their support. Take a look at how our generous community of donors and [Read More...]
How Teachers Are Honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a moment to celebrate the history and contributions of Native American communities, and recognize the truth of how Indigenous peoples in the Americas have been treated. Thanks to ongoing efforts by [Read More...]
Redefining “Learning Loss”
Every back-to-school season, “learning loss” re-enters the conversation. This year, as the public tries to understand the impact of COVID-19 on education, the term has been in the media more than ever. With the first wave of [Read More...]
Our Favorite Moments from this year’s Back-to-School Boost Day
Without a doubt, this is the most “back-to-school” Back to School EVER! Right now, our nation’s kids are returning to school to get back to learning. Their success isn’t a given, but when teachers have the tools they need, it is [Read More...]
9 Must-Read Books That Celebrate the LGBTQIA+ Community
“The ability for a child to see themselves, a peer, or a family member reflected in a book is priceless. For some, it can be truly life-changing.” —Kieran Slattery, middle school teacher, MA¹ DonorsChoose teachers are known for [Read More...]
How Teachers Are Celebrating Juneteenth
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, commemorates the moment when emancipation finally reached the most isolated parts of the South, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It’s a celebration of freedom — [Read More...]
Celebrating Pride All Year Round: How DonorsChoose Teachers Build Inclusive Classrooms
Every student wins when they’re learning in an inclusive classroom that helps them feel safe and supported. That’s especially true for LGBTQIA+ students: Research shows “that LGBTQ students who attend schools with curriculum that [Read More...]