Next PTO Meeting: Tuesday, April 14, 6:00-7:00 p.m. (virtual only)
Advocacy starts in the classroom but reaches far beyond it. By staying informed, connected, and courageous, teachers can shape stronger schools for every studentβand ensure their own professional voices are heard and respected.Β
A space supported by the PTO, just for you.
Welcome!
The Teacherβs Lounge is here to support you β in your classroom, in your work, and in all the ways you show up for our students every day. This page brings together PTO-provided support and trusted external resources to help make things a little easier, more creative, and more supported.
The PTO is proud to support classrooms in meaningful, practical ways.
Amazon Classroom Wish Lists
Share your classroom needs so families can contribute directly.
Scholastic Book Fair E-Wallets
Help students access books while growing classroom libraries.
PTO Mini-Grants
Funding for special projects, enrichment activities, or classroom enhancements.
Supply & Material Support
Request materials or support for upcoming units or activities.
Volunteer Coordination
Help finding parent volunteers for classroom needs, events, or projects.
π Submit a Wish List | Make a Request
We value you β and we want you to feel it.
Staff appreciation meals and treats
Wellness and self-care moments throughout the year
Celebrations for birthdays, milestones, and years of service
π Every gesture is a small thank-you for the big work you do.
Looking for additional ways to fund classroom ideas? These trusted resources are popular with educators:
DonorsChoose
https://www.donorschoose.org
Crowdfund classroom projects and supplies β many are funded quickly.
NEA Foundation Grants
https://www.neafoundation.org/for-educators/grant-opportunities/
Grants for classroom innovation and professional development.
Kids In Need Foundation
https://www.kinf.org/programs/school-supply-grants/
School supply grants and classroom resources.
AdoptAClassroom
https://www.adoptaclassroom.org
Flexible funding for classroom materials and experiences.
Lakeshore Foundation Teacher Grants
https://www.lakeshorelearning.com/resources/grants.jsp
Small grants for early childhood and elementary classrooms.
π‘ Tip: PTO families often love supporting DonorsChoose projects β feel free to share yours!
Teachers Pay Teachers β https://www.teacherspayteachers.com
Khan Academy β https://www.khanacademy.org
ReadWorks β https://www.readworks.org
CommonLit β https://www.commonlit.org
Newsela β https://www.newsela.com
Code.org β https://code.org
Nearpod β https://nearpod.com
Pear Deck β https://www.peardeck.com
Edutopia β https://www.edutopia.org
ASCD β https://www.ascd.org
PBS TeacherLine β https://www.pbs.org/teacherline/
Google for Education Teacher Center β https://edu.google.com/teacher-center/
If youβre not sure where to start β or donβt see what youβre looking for β please reach out.
The PTO is here to help.
Whether itβs funding an idea, finding volunteers, or exploring new resources, weβre happy to support you.