Tag: special education

This year, Skechers raised more than ever before for AdoptAClassroom.org® during their annual register round-up. Thanks to the generosity and support of their customers and employees, they raised more than $240,000 during their two-month campaign.  The donations raised by Skechers will enable teachers to build more inclusive classrooms to address their students’ diverse learning needs. […]

Special education students often need specialized supplies to help them focus, manage their emotions, and participate fully in the classroom. These materials can be costly but are important for creating an equitable classroom environment. To help teachers access the supplies they need, we’ve put together a list of items you can spend your AdoptAClassroom.org funds […]

Giving every child an inclusive education starts with the individual classroom. Nicole Eredics, founder of The Inclusive Class blog, is a former K-4 teacher who provides educators with the resources needed to give their students an inclusive education. We spoke with Nicole to learn more about the importance of an inclusive education and what an […]

Note: The application for the 2020 Inclusive Classroom Grant is now closed. To fundraise for your classroom or school and receive updates for our next grant opportunity, you can register on AdoptAClassroom.org. Teachers register here. School adminstrators register here. The 2020 Inclusive Classroom Grant is now open! Our Inclusive Classroom Fund addresses inequity in education […]

Oregon’s 2019 Teacher of The Year, special education teacher Mercedes Muñoz, stated in a recent interview with OPB that 2020 is “The Year of Special Education.” After talking to 6th grade special education teacher Alejandro, we can see why Muñoz is hopeful about the state of special education this year. “Finally people are getting it […]

Now through National Special Education Day (12/2/2019), LakiKid is matching your gift to the Inclusive Classroom Fund dollar for dollar, up to $5,000. Special Education students and classrooms need extra support. The Inclusive Classroom Fund intends to make learning accessible to every student, and a crucial part of this goal is getting Special Education students […]

Korto Dixon is an early childhood special education teacher for an autism classroom in Minneapolis, MN. She knew she wanted to teach students with autism while she was still in elementary school. Today, Ms. Dixon teaches in the same school district where she grew up.   “I’ve just always been a really firm believer that […]

Through the end of March 2019 we’re tripling your gift to the Inclusive Classroom Fund, up to $5,000. Donate to the Inclusive Classroom Fund >> What is an inclusive classroom? An inclusive classroom addresses inequity in the classroom on the basis of race, ethnicity, family background, sexual and gender identity, ability, or any personal or […]

Donors to AdoptAClassroom.org can help bring equity in education to the individual classroom with our new Inclusive Classroom Fund. This new addition to our Spotlight Funds supports teachers who require supplies that address their students’ individual needs, in order to create a level playing field in their classroom. Donations to this fund will help teachers […]