Teacher Resource Center

At Valliance, we know first-hand the dedication and passion you bring to your students daily. You go above and beyond to create inspiring lesson plans, provide individual support, and ensure no child is ignored.

We also know it's not easy. Many of you dig into your own pockets to provide supplies and resources for your classroom, usually with limited budgets.

That's why we created the Valliance Bank Teacher Resource Center - our way of supporting YOU. Consider it a thank you for all you do.

We hand-picked these resources carefully, knowing you need trusted materials designed for every grade level. Access them easily 24/7 to bring new inspiration into your classroom.

Teachers, you deserve support. Let Valliance Bank make your job a little easier.

Practical Money Skills - powered by Visa®

Teacher resources for students in kindergarten through college, including lesson plans, student activities, and more.

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JumpStart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy

A go-to for free financial education resources, with some paid options too. All are curated for quality.

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FDIC's Money Smart for Young People

This curriculum is designed to help students develop financial skills, tailored to different age groups.

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Council for Economic Education (CEE)

Fantastic resources for everything from marketing to financial literacy.

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PBS
Teachers

The educational wing of PBS provides free lesson plans and resources.

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TreasuryDirect
Kids

While mainly geared towards kids, it has free educational games and resources.

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Make a list of everything you'll need for the school year - basic supplies like paper, pencils, etc. as well as specific items for lessons and activities. Be as comprehensive as possible.

Prioritize your list according to what's essential and what would be nice to have but isn't critical. Focus your budget on the must-have items first.

Check prices from multiple vendors to find the best deals. Buy in bulk whenever possible - purchasing extra at the start of the year can save money later.

Set aside a little from each paycheck throughout the year to have a classroom supplies budget vs. paying for everything upfront.

Check for back-to-school sales and tax-free weekends for additional savings on supplies.

Apply for teacher grants - local businesses, PTOs, and national programs like DonorsChoose often have classroom grants.

Get families involved by requesting supply donations or setting up a classroom wishlist.

Shop dollar stores, thrift shops, and garage sales for inexpensive finds.

The NEA Foundation offers several grants for K-12 teachers, including Student Achievement Grants of up to $5,000 for educators to fund innovative projects. Applicants must be NEA members.

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Teachers can apply for grants of up to $1,000 for projects focused on improving math and science education. Open to US K-12 teachers.

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Academic enrichment grants of up to $10,000 are given to develop classroom learning and innovation. Open to teachers in OK and TX.

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Teachers in OKC schools can apply for teaching tools and resources, professional development, and field trip funds.

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Texas-based program that provides direct grants to teachers for summer professional development. Grants average $5,000 per teacher.

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Not seeing what you need here? We Are Teachers has a great list!

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The McKinney Education Foundation is currently accepting grant applications.

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The Norman Public Schools Foundation posts available grants, sometimes every semester. Check their website often to see what's available!

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The Aspen Ross Legacy Foundation offers a yearly college scholarship for an education major who has been touched by cancer.

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PTOtoday.com - Free printable flyers, posters, tickets, letters, and other templates for school fundraisers like book fairs, fun runs, carnivals, etc. Best of all, they can be customized!

Vertex42.com - Free Excel templates for things like grant money tracking, project expenses, donation tracking, and more.

TeachersPayTeachers.com - Free and paid templates for expenses, fundraiser flyers, letters, tickets, and more!

Myexceltemplates.com - Budget spreadsheet templates to customize for tracking donations, expenses, reimbursement costs, etc.

Foundationcenter.org - Sample donation request letters for nonprofits and schools. You can adapt these for parent and community donations!

Ramseysolutions.com - This page is packed with free budgeting and income tracking tools, courtesy of Dave Ramsey.

The Creative Classroom

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10 Minute Teacher Podcast

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Educator Finances Made Simple

Connect with a banking specialist to jumpstart your classroom savings!

Tired of feeling alone and buried by classroom finances?

The Teacher's Financial Resource Kit helps you take control of your money and get back to what you love - teaching.

This free kit provides: