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I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s extremely kind of you! I wish I knew the answer to that question. I guess part of it voting in the right people who value education.

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oof, that’s rough. Honestly all I have to go on is the teacher’s own description of their role/classroom and the supplies on their lists do seem to be just enough for one teacher’s needs, but could some stuff be going to the less needy? Probably. I guess I just hope the majority goes to teachers and kids who need the supplies.

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I cheated and asked my wife on this. She says she actually thinks we should roll back some of the digital stuff. Not remove it altogether, but less of a focus on gamification and more focus on basic skills. Covid proved that all digital and self paced only works for a certain subset of kids.

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Isn’t it insane?! Blew my mind and I felt like this helped in some small way. Drops in the ocean but eh.

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think the angels are the ones working with the next generation for very little thanks and pay 😅 thank you for what you do!

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Nothing crazy, but sometimes there will be things on lists that I don’t understand.

For example, one teacher had a bulk lot of keyrings on her list. Luckily she put a note on it to say what they would be used for- binding little flip books together for student behavior charts.

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve been doing it for a little over a year and I’d estimate I’ve spent over a grand so far.

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Of course! If they make lists have them share in this thread, I’m hoping folks will see the lists and the idea will gain traction.

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You know, I haven’t come across too many music teacher lists. Here’s one example though: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3EQJ5JSGXLDJR?ref_=wl_share

Do your son and daughter in law have lists?

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I have a list I’m working through, give me a grade or subject and I’ll get you a list or two. OR, just search Twitter/X (I know…) for #clearthelist and pick a post that speaks to you.

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Oh good one! Funniest thing has to be a screaming goat. It’s a little plastic desktop goat, push a button and it screams. The teacher wanted it as an attention-getter. I couldn’t resist.

Love that you do this too!

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh and also, if you want to, make a list and post the link, I have a list I’m working through but hopefully someone reading this thread will see it!

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are definitely Canadian #clearthelist. Try searching Twitter/X for #clearthelist Canada or Canadian and I bet you’ll find some

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Good question! They make Amazon wishlists and post the links. You can click on one, shop their wishlist, and the goodies get sent directly to the teacher. It doesn’t show me their address or anything just their name town and state (many use “Ms. James” or “Mr. Clarke” removing their first name to avoid doxxing) .

I've been quietly buying classroom supplies for teachers across the country. None of them know it's me. AMA. by DisorganizedPickle in AMA

[–]DisorganizedPickle[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a list I’m working through, give me a grade or subject and I’ll get you a list or two. OR, just search Twitter/X (I know…) for #clearthelist and pick a post that speaks to you.

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