WELCOME TEACHERS
WELCOME TEACHERS
Free school supplies? Start here!
Ready to Get Started?
Easy as A-B-C!
A is for ACCOUNT
Register for a Classroom Central account – this is your first step.
B is for BOOK
Book your shopping appointment, using your account details to login.
C is for CLICK
Use the app to schedule appointments and as a barcode scanner during shopping.
If you are unsure of any of these steps, the information below will help you understand more about how Classroom Central supports teachers, how you determine if you are eligible for support, what is available, and how to access these FREE supplies and resources.
Is My School Eligible?
Classroom Central serves eligible schools across six Charlotte-area school districts:
- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
- Gaston County Schools
- Iredell-Statesville Schools
- Union County Public Schools
- Kannapolis City Schools
- Lancaster County School District
Schools where 50% or more of students are identified as economically disadvantaged are eligible for Classroom Central programs.
Who Can Shop?
Educators at eligible schools include classroom teachers and many other school-based staff members.
If you are unable to attend your scheduled appointment and would like someone else to pick up your supplies, you can request to have a proxy shop for you.
How Do I Register for an Account?
To access Classroom Central’s programs, you need to register for a Classroom Central account.
Email [email protected] with the following information:
- Full name
- School email address
- Name of your school
- Subject(s) or grade level taught
Once verified, your login and a temporary password will be sent to you. Use this same information to access the Classroom Central app.
How Do I Download the App?
The Classroom Central app makes it easy to access free supplies and manage your Classroom Central account from your phone.
Use the app to:
- Schedule and manage Free Store appointments
- Access Mobile Free Store appointments when available in your district
- Place Online Pick-Up orders
- View upcoming appointments
- Use as a bar code scanner when shopping in the Free Store
Your app login is the same as your Classroom Central account login, so once your account is set up, you’re ready to go.
How Do I Get FREE School Supplies?
Volunteer to Shop
(another way to get FREE school supplies)
Eligible school personnel who volunteer three hours can earn a shopping certificate. Volunteer to Shop can also provide shopping opportunities for some educators whose schools do not normally qualify.
More Than Supplies?
TEACHPREP
Need copies, laminating or die-cuts?
TeachPrep lets you submit projects ahead of your Free Store visit so our volunteers can prepare them while you shop.
LENDING LIBRARY
Borrow STEM and literacy kits, technology and hands-on learning resources for your classroom. Reserve a kit online, use it with your students for up to 30 days, then return it to the Free Store.
INNOVATION STATION
Innovation Station is an interactive space inside the Free Store where teachers can discover materials and hands-on challenges designed to encourage creativity, problem-solving and critical thinking.
Connect & Grow
EDEXCHANGE
Find professional resources, practical ideas and opportunities to connect with other educators.
FACEBOOK GROUP
Connect with other Classroom Central educators and keep up with news, ideas and opportunities.
NEWSLETTER
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