Peely’s Teacher Supply House is making a big difference for local educators and students, and you can help.
As part of the Albany Public Schools Foundation, Peely’s is a unique resource dedicated to providing essential school and classroom supplies to local teachers at no cost. This initiative aims to ease the financial burden on teachers, who often spend their own money to ensure their students have what they need to succeed.
Why Peely’s Teacher Supply House Matters
For many teachers, the challenge of outfitting a classroom with necessary supplies goes beyond just lesson planning. Studies show that teachers spend hundreds of dollars each year out of pocket to purchase items like notebooks, pencils, markers, and more. Peely’s Teacher Supply House addresses this issue directly by offering a space where educators can access these supplies for free.
This service is invaluable, especially in times when school budgets are tight and classroom needs are high. By alleviating some of the financial pressures on teachers, Peely’s ensures that more resources can be directed towards what truly matters—the education and well-being of Albany’s students.
How Peely’s Teacher Supply House Operates
Peely’s Teacher Supply House operates as a donation-based resource center. The community plays a crucial role in its success, with local businesses, organizations, and individuals contributing supplies or monetary donations. The Albany Public Schools Foundation manages these contributions and ensures that they are distributed equitably among teachers in need.
Teachers can visit Peely’s throughout the school year to pick up supplies for their classrooms. Whether it’s basic essentials or specific materials for a project, the supply house is stocked with a variety of items that support diverse educational activities.
A Community Effort
The impact of Peely’s Teacher Supply House extends beyond the classroom. It fosters a sense of community and shared responsibility for the education of Albany’s youth. By supporting teachers, the supply house indirectly supports every student, helping to create a positive learning environment where all children have the opportunity to thrive.
Peely’s Teacher Supply House is more than just a supply closet—it’s a symbol of community collaboration and commitment to education. For Albany’s educators, it’s a reminder that they are valued and supported as they shape the future of the city, one student at a time.
Here’s a summarized version of what Peely’s Teacher Supply House accepts and does not accept:
Accepted Items:
- Basic School Supplies: New backpacks, notebooks, pencils, crayons, glue, rulers, folders, scissors, markers, and paper.
- Classroom Materials: Graph paper, calculators, protractors, puzzles, games, workbooks, posters, and building blocks.
- Arts & Crafts: Art paper, drawing pads, paints, paint brushes, clay, glitter, beads, foam, yarn, popsicle sticks, and craft kits. Note: Fabric sample books are not accepted.
- Office Supplies: Post-it notes, whiteboard supplies, pencil sharpeners, tape, staples, clips, correction tape, clipboards, sheet protectors, and desk organizers. Note: Binders and legal-size folders are not accepted.
Items Not Accepted:
- Books and Textbooks: Including dictionaries, encyclopedia sets, and course materials.
- Furniture: Any type.
- Technology: Computers, printers, electronics, VHS, records, cassette tapes, blank CDs/DVDs, and accessories.
- Miscellaneous: Feminine hygiene products, shampoo, toothpaste, cleaning supplies, clothes, shoes, and legal-sized paper products.
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