...those are the last words that Principal Amy Simpson, announced on the loudspeaker just as the tornado hit Plaza Tower Elementary School. Over 500 children and school staff were affected with this horrible disaster on the day that was suppose to be the graduation day for the 6th graders.
On the afternoon of May 20, 2013, the town of Moore, Oklahoma was hit head on by what has now been classified as an EF5 tornado. Wind speeds were estimated between 200-210 miles per hour, with forces said to be greater than that of the Atomic Bomb that hit Hiroshima, Japan in 1945. Two of the elementary schools in Moore, Plaza Towers Elementary and Briarwood Elementary, were leveled while students and teachers were still in the buildings resulting in the loss of life of young children. Many businesses, medical centers, and residences were also destroyed or severely damaged.
Actual photo of Moore, OK tornado!!
A classroom from Plaza Tower Elementary School in Moore, OK!
Not long after the news broke, teachers from all over the world began discussing a way to raise funds to help the teachers in Moore, OK that have lost all of their resources (and classrooms). Within a few hours, this fundraising effort was aptly named
Teachers Care for Oklahoma. A plan was soon put into motion, and within a few short days
Teachers Care for Oklahoma is on it's way to raise much needed funds to help the teachers in Moore.
Because of the overwhelming, generous support of TPT Sellers, we have been able to put together 4 separate bundles of learning resources. Materials range in subjects, with the majority meeting Common Core Standards. The bundles are separated by age group. There are 2 bundles for K-2 age group, and 2 bundles for the 3-6 age group with clipart as well. Each bundle is valued at well over $100.00, and will be made available for a $25.00 donation. These bundles will be available for a LIMITED TIME, beginning Friday, May 24 through Monday, June 3rd, 2013.
100% of the proceeds for this fundraising event is being collected by TPT, and will be distributed by check to the appropriate Moore Oklahoma School District Representative earmarked to specifically aid the teachers as they begin the process of rebuilding.
Teachers Care for Oklahoma is on a short timeline so that we may better help those who need it the most. There isn't a limit on the number of bundles you may purchase. Below the description, you will find the direct links to the other 4 bundles available.
Below, please find direct links to the Fundraiser product pages which detail the products offered in each Bundle, and images of the covers from all of the materials. There isn't a limit to the number of bundles that you may purchase. It's a good way to receive top quality resources, while helping fellow teachers in need.
TEACHERS CARE FOR OKLAHOMA - BUNDLES
Click on the pictures to take you to the awesome bundles!
If you would like to help spread the word about this fundraiser, you are welcome to use the logos below. A special thank you to Mel from
Graphics from the Pond for creating them. I also would like to thank
Wendy from Teacher's Toolkit for designing the covers.
A special shout out goes to
Amy from TPT, as well as Paul, John and the whole Tech Department for pulling out all of the stops to help with this venture. To
Danielle from Crayonbox Learning, for working with me a lot of sleepless nights sorting through files, organizing, and communicating with donors, the list goes one. I can speak for everyone involved, it has been well worth it. To help just one person, we've succeeded. Thank you so much everyone for your kind, and generous support and contributions!
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