#clearthelist

Have you heard about this movement? It was started by a teacher in Texas with the idea that teachers would be able to support each other with classroom supplies. It has turned into something so much bigger.

Thousands of teachers have been sharing, posting, and tweeting their amazon wishlists for classroom support. So many people, including celebrities, have really taken this on and our helping teachers 'Clear the List'.

I've had an amazon wishlist for my classroom for over year. I've been adding things to the list that I wanted, but just couldn't afford. By the time school started, everything off my list had been purchased by friends, family, and people on twitter. It was incredible!

First items off my list!

On average, teachers spend nearly $500 of their own money on supplies for their classrooms. Some districts will reimburse teachers for the money they spend on supplies, but not all do and the amount reimbursed isn't always equal to the amount you spend. It's usually less.

This movement has really helped alleviate stress for so many teachers around the country, but the people it benefits the most are the students.

If you'd like to support a teacher search #clearthelist on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram and find a wishlist for a teacher in need!