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July 22, 2025

How to Ask Your PTO for Money

Are you looking for additional ways to raise money for your classroom? While DonorsChoose or sponsorships are a few great options, your school’s parent-teacher organization (PTO) might be the way to go! Two ways you can ask your school’s PTO for funding are by getting to know your PTO personally […]
July 21, 2025

Thank an Educator with These 15 Heartfelt Teacher Appreciation Quotes

Every day, teachers show up to deliver lessons, nurture, guide, and inspire. During Teacher Appreciation Week, we have a beautiful opportunity to reflect on the impact these dedicated educators have on our lives and to say, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you. Whether you’re a student, a parent, […]
July 18, 2025

Celebrate National Planner Day: Honoring the Power of Paper Planning

At School Datebooks, we know that time management is more than staying on schedule. It’s a lifelong skill that builds confidence, reduces stress, and empowers students to succeed. That’s why we’re proud to celebrate National Planner Day on August 1st. It’s a day to celebrate the art (and science) of […]
June 1, 2025

Honoring Freedom: The History and Significance of Juneteenth

Juneteenth, celebrated each year on June 19, marks a pivotal moment in American history. It commemorates the day in 1865 when the last enslaved African Americans in the United States were informed of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation had officially outlawed slavery in the Confederate […]
May 8, 2025

Preventing Teacher Burnout: Caring for Yourself While You Care for Others

By: Chauntée Pitts When I was a teacher, I gave so much of myself every single day. I didn’t just walk into the classroom and deliver lessons. I showed up as a mentor, a listener, a problem-solver, and sometimes even a shoulder to cry on. Teaching was one of the […]
April 29, 2025

The Best Podcasts for Teachers

Teaching is more than a job. It’s an all-in, full-hearted experience. Whether you’re looking for ways to grow professionally, bring fresh content into the classroom, or just unwind after a long day, podcasts can be a great tool in your teacher toolbox. We’ve rounded up some of the best podcasts […]
April 29, 2025

5 Alternative Ways to Measure Student Success

As educators, we know that student success is about so much more than test scores and letter grades. The heart of education isn’t found in a percentage on a paper but in the small, meaningful moments of growth we witness daily. A child mastering a difficult concept, showing kindness to […]
April 29, 2025

5 Meaningful Ways for School Leaders to Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week

Teacher Appreciation Week, happening May 5th through the 9th this year, is a meaningful opportunity to pause and recognize the incredible educators who inspire, support, and shape your school community every day. As a school leader, you set the tone, and your efforts to celebrate your staff don’t just boost […]
April 29, 2025

Integrating STEM in the Classroom: Preparing Students for the Future

On the surface, STEM education is often thought of as just math and science. However, STEM provides students with an extremely valuable toolset and knowledge base that may not be immediately obvious. Here are just a few ways STEM education sharpens the minds of students and prepares them for future […]