Teachers often spend their own money to ensure their students have the resources they need to succeed. Our Teacher Supply Kits aim to:

  • Reduce Out-of-Pocket Expenses: By providing essential materials, we help teachers focus on what they do best—teaching.
  • Enhance Learning Environments: Equipped with the right supplies, classrooms can become vibrant spaces for creativity and collaboration.
  • Promote Student Success: Having necessary tools readily available means students can engage more fully in their learning.

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EMPOWERING EDUCATORS TOGETHER

We’re excited to launch our latest campaign, “Empowering Educators Together.” This initiative focuses on supplying free essential tools and providing opportunities that enable educators to excel in their roles. By partnering with schools, community members, and corporate allies, we strive to create a supportive environment where every teacher can thrive. Your support is crucial to the success of this campaign—together, we can make a significant impact and drive meaningful change in the education landscape. Get involved today and help us empower those who shape the future!

OUR IMPACT

Thank you to It Starts in the Classroom for supporting our Gifted and Talent Development scholars at Campbell Park and Fairmount Park Elementary by providing them with the supplies they need to begin their new year. I appreciate you for equipping our children with the tools that empower their confidence and success.
Monica Logsdon,
Campbell Park and Fairmount Park Elementary
On behalf of my entire class, I want to extend a sincere thank you for your generous donation of supplies. Your support has made a meaningful difference in our classroom by providing the tools our students need to learn and grow. We are so grateful for your kindness and commitment to supporting education in our community. Thank you for making a positive impact in the lives of our students!
Kaitlyn,
High Point Elementary
We are loving ALL of the wonderful supplies that were donated to our classroom! The markers are just a small part of the generous amount of items we have been using daily! Thank you so much for all your efforts to make this school year amazing for our kids!
1st Grade Teacher,
Mildred Helms Elementary
Thank you to It Starts in the Classroom for your generous donation of The Writing Revolution and Know Better, Do Better for teachers. When the books arrived, it truly felt like Christmas morning! Our staff is incredibly excited to dive into these resources as we continue to strengthen writing instruction across all content areas. Your support helps our teachers stay at the forefront of professional learning, and we are deeply grateful for your investment in our students and school community.
Gina Owens,
Frontier Elementary
Hi I'm Sydney Connell, I'm a Kindergarten teacher at Cross Bayou Elementary. I just wanted to say thank you so much to It Starts in the Classroom. All the supplies and essential things you have donated to the classroom have been super beneficial in helping their learning here. I am very appreciative, and I just can't say thank you enough.
Sydney Connell,
Cross Bayou Elementary
A million thank you’s to It Starts In the Classroom for donating quality and comfortable headphones to my students, as well as laminating sheets and poster papers so I can create meaningful anchor charts/ literacy centers for my classroom.
Alyssa,
High Point Elementary
A special thank you to It Starts in the Classroom! Thank you for the wiggle seats and sensory stickers for our classroom! These items will help our students stay focused and on task. They will also provide an outlet for excess energy and provide vestibular, proprioceptive, and tactile input, which can be calming and meet the needs of sensory seekers. I feel very privileged to have been chosen to receive the wiggle seats and sensory stickers which will benefit the students in my classroom!
Heidi,
Frontier Elementary
Thank you so much for providing much needed chapter books for our K-2 learners. We appreciate your support and willingness to help students learn and grow.
Dayna,
Bay Point Elementary
Thank you so much to It Starts In the Classroom for your generous gift to my Pre-K ESE classroom. Your donations will power our language learning buttons all year! You are so appreciated!
Avis,
Frontier Elementary
Thank you It Starts In the Classroom so much for your generous donation to my classroom! Thanks for making a difference in the world of education for us and our students!
LIsa,
Frontier Elementary
Huge shout to It Starts In the Classroom for fulfilling a beloved classroom item for our Gulf Beaches Elementary Magnet School teachers. Easels are essential when trying to grow minds! Thank you so much for making their day...year!!!
Natalie,
Gulf Beaches Elementary Magnet School

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What impact do your donations have on classrooms?

Our donations help alleviate the financial burden on teachers, allowing them to focus on educating their students. Well-equipped classrooms enhance the learning experience and contribute to better student outcomes.

Are donations tax deductible?

Yes! As a registered nonprofit organization, all donations are tax-deductible. You will receive a receipt for your contribution to keep for your records.

Who Benefits from your donations?

Our donations benefit Title I elementary school teachers and their classrooms in Pinellas County, ensuring that students have access to the necessary resources for effective learning.

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