May 2024: Reflecting and Celebrating, Teacher Appreciation, Summer Enrichment & more!
National School Choice Awareness Foundation
We advance K–12 school choice in communities and states and empower parents to discover and navigate education options.
Reflecting and Celebrating
With the school year wrapping up, many of us are likely beginning to shift focus to summer. Before you dive into your summer programs, events, or fall planning, we invite you to join us in taking a moment to reflect on the impact you’ve made and celebrating this year’s students, families, and teachers.
May was full of inspiring celebrations from schools and organizations of all types! Enjoy these highlights and ideas for engaging students and families through the summer.
Teacher Appreciation Week Coast to Coast
In no small way, teachers’ ongoing dedication, efforts, and encouragement have a lasting impact in students’ lives! During Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6-10), many schools found creative ways to recognize and celebrate their teachers and staff for all that they do.
From tasty treats to themed days, teachers felt the appreciation from their community. If you haven’t celebrated your teachers yet, or you simply want a reason to smile, enjoy these heartwarming highlights from schools across the country!
Celebrating Students and Families
The end of the school year is also a perfect time to celebrate students and families for choosing your school in their educational journey. Whether students will be graduating soon or moving to the next grade, they are at the heart of everything you do. Take a moment to thank families and students and strengthen relationships with one of these 10 easy celebration ideas!
Summer Enrichment and Printables
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If you’re looking for fun supplemental activities to give to students during your summer programs or last weeks of school, our Activity Center has printables for crossword puzzles, scavenger hunts, and more!
In addition, for any families that would like to keep their student learning during the summer, you can share this list of free, online learning resources that offers guided practice in mathematics, English language arts, science, music, foreign languages, and other subjects.
Recognizing National Charter School Week
In recognition of National Charter School Week, May 12-17, we are celebrating the impactful work of charter school organizations that partner with us during National School Choice Week. Learn more about the organizations:
Quick Tip for Organizations - Summer Networking
“As activities slow down these next couple of months, we encourage you to take time for professional development, attend a conference, or network with other organizations and schools! Education summits, whether in person or virtual, offer the opportunity to stay up-to-date with the latest innovations in education and school choice. Plus, they offer you the ability to connect and collaborate with other leaders.”
“Last week, Lucía Matamoros, our Education Policy and Media Relations Manager, had the pleasure of attending the Reagan Institute Summit on Education (RISE) in Washington, D.C. to learn about pivotal education issues from esteemed panelists. Our partner Children Read Succeed’s Parent Project Facilitator National Training is another opportunity for professionals who work with children and families to address high-risk behaviors, ADD, and ADHD among adolescents and children ages 5-10.
Keep an eye out for other education summits in your state or that you can attend virtually! It can be helpful to take notes and bring a list of questions to get the most out of the conference.”
- Julia Dvorak, Senior Advisor of Events and Partnerships, National School Choice Awareness Foundation