It is a well-known fact that many teachers spend out of pocket money for school needs and supplies. I am no exception from this group. I have realized that it seems that lower grades teachers spend more out of pocket money than higher-grade teachers. There are more activities and projects to be completed in primary grades. This is partly due to teachers being self-contained and teaching across the curriculum. In 2004, it was estimated that teachers spent an average of $458 out of their own pocket for school supplies and such. In 2006 the amount jumped to $552. Although teachers … Continue reading →