Teacher Appreciation Week is May 7-11, but it shouldn’t end there. Join SONIC in making a bigger impact to help our teachers through Limeades for Learning. Plus help give directly to a teacher in need!
Thanks to Sonic for this opportunity to give back to our teachers and this giveaway.
I remember in 5th grade my teacher Mrs. Simms awarded a few students (including me) for a job well done with a trip to Sonic for tots and an ice-cold Cherry Limeade.
I still remember how proud I was that day.
From that point forward, Cherry Limeades would become the signal of other big milestones, some good and some bad, but the limeade was about helping to get me to the next big thing. And with each sip I was propeling myself towards being better, doing better, and recognizing when I done a job well done.
Turns out Cherry Limeades do that for a lot of people.
They taste good, but they also make them feel good, and also say job well done. Funny how just that styrofoam cup can do so much…just ask any teacher whose PTA brought in Limeades to say THANK YOU. Next week several volunteers plan to load up and do exactly that (and much more too) with activities to say “Teacher, You are a Star.” It’s a nice thing to do and the kids love it as well!
But you know what? Why stop there. Especially when teachers are still working throughout the year, including summers, with less-than-average pay and even chipping in more than $500 of their own money for supplies to make their classrooms better for our kids. So in 2009 SONIC has stepped up to the plate to help public school teachers do more with a little help, like $3 million dollars a year in help.
SONIC’s Limeades for Learning then teamed up 10 years ago with DonorsChoose.org to not only get them help for specific projects but also initiate donations on the smaller level that can make a BIG difference. More than $95 million to public school teachers nationwide has been funded by this partnership to get teachers what they need to teach and students the vital items they need to learn.
Here in Arlington there are several different projects like:
- Mrs. Adger-Barton who is hoping to get money for LEGOs to help teach STEM education in her school.
- Ms. Kilgore who is looking to get fresh school supplies for the new school year.
- Ms. Sanson who hopes a book cart and stools will help encourage reading in her classroom.
Wonder about the products requested, pricing and more? The teacher actually provides the specific items, costs and details that are then verified by a member of the DonorsChoose team.
Don’t see a school you want to help fund or know a teacher that is in need of some special items for your classroom? You can learn how to sign up here and even have the first project matched.
Three times a year SONIC makes $1 million donations to public schools:
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- During the Fall Voting Campaign, which typically runs from late September through October
- Throughout the months of January through April during a series of surprise funding events in cities across the country – as an example, today SONIC funded 75 teacher projects from across the country in honor of National Handwriting Day
- Throughout the month of May during #ThanksTeach, a social media campaign encouraging consumers to thank their favorite teachers during Teacher Appreciation Month
And with your help and support by 2021 SONIC’s total contribution to local public school classrooms will exceed $20 million.
Want to make a difference in a classroom?
Enter to win a $200 DonorsChoose.org gift card now that can be used towards any public school teacher project that inspires you plus receive a $50 Sonic gift card for more limeade fun.
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My American history teacher made the biggest impression; he created a great interest in history that lasts to this day.
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My 7th grade English teacher, and my senior science teacher. But really all teachers in my life have taught me something that I will always remember.
My science teacher made the biggest impact on me,
My high school English teacher was amazing and I still remember her.
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I had some great teachers but I would say my 7th grade math teacher made a big impact on me.
Yes! It was my first grade teacher Mrs Jacobs. My parents got divorced that year and I was going through a lot of personal turmoil. She really helped me with my emotions during that tough time!
my English teacher in 8th grade made a big influence on me, she was the nicest person who truly cared for her students.. its been over 15 years and she still remembered me when my younger sister had her as a teacher.
My 4th grade teacher gave me greater confidence in math. I remember really improving in math that year. I’m grateful to her!
My teachers made an impact on my life and I want to continue to make an impact on my students life
Nancy Downs will always be a special person! LOVE HER!
My fifth grade teacher, Mrs. Threatt made a huge impact on my life. She was wonderful! She inspired me to become a teacher.
I think my choir teacher in high school made the biggest impact on me because she gave me confidence that I didn’t know I had. She was amazing!
It was my social studies teacher in grade 10 who gave me a love of history
My 8th grade history teacher, Mr. Ramirez helped fuel my love for history. It was the first time that I really enjoyed a class and iIwent on to become a history major.
Yes, I do! It was my first grade teacher and she instilled in me a love for reading and learning!
My 3rd grade teacher influenced so much of what I do as a teacher. I still see her every few months and she always motivates me all again! Thanks Ms. Olson!
I was blessed to have several that had a great impact on me and inspired me to become a teacher.
Yes, I do. My 2nd grade teacher
Yes! My 9th grade Spanish teacher! He really believed in me regardless of some difficult times I had with other peers at school and I really appreciated it and loved his class!
My first grade teacher shared her passion for reading with me! I knew I wanted to be a teacher when I was 6 years old.
Yes I do my scecond grade teacher❤️
My fourth-grade teacher, Mr. Hanchett, really helped me to be more confident. He also taught me to play the guitar.
Mine was my high school math teacher!
My first grade teacher mrs rose!
My third grade teacher Mrs Elmore – she knew I loved reading and would let me sit at her desk and read while she helped other students. She gave me my own copy of Trumpet Of the Swan so I could finish it over Christmas break.
yes, i remember a teacher who made me work hard but made learning fun
My high school Home Economics teacher had the biggest impact on me. She was encouraging and a great mentor. Thanks.
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My band director!
My 7th grade math teacher because she taught me to not give up.
My 5th grade teacher Mrs. Jones made the biggest difference. She was always happy to see everyone, including her most challenging students. You always felt loved and important in her room.
My 8th grade English teacher – she believed in me during my super awkward and hard year! She gave me the confidence to believe in myself!
the only one that stands out is my first grade teacher Mrs. Duran
My 11th grade Algebra teacher had a big influence on my life. She motivated and helped me.
My Geometry teacher made a huge difference. He spent extra time with me after school helping me.
My forth grade teacher made the big impact on me.
My elementary teacher for 5th and 6th grade made a huge impact on my personality. Thanks for the chance to win such an amazing giveaway.