TEACHER NEWSLETTER
January  2019
SHOPPING SCHEDULE


January 2019 Shopping Schedule 

Week A: 1/7 - 1/10
Week B: 1/14 - 1/17
Week C: 1/22 - 1/24
Week D: 1/28 - 1/31  

Regular Store Hours
Monday-Thursday 
                   2:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.*
*Please make sure to arrive by 6:00 to ensure that our volunteers are able to leave when the store closes at 6:30 p.m.
 
  Saturday Shopping Schedule
1/12 & 1/26
(9 a.m. - 2 p.m.)

 
SPONSOR
OF THE MONTH

Thank you to our generous  sponsor: 

H.B., E.W. & F.R.
Luther Foundation

COUPON 
OF THE MONTH



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BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Nick Rosian
Chair

Suzanne Kopcha
Vice Chair

Colleen Haas
Secretary

Nick Francis
Treasurer

Thomas Boggs
Joe Bunge
Jennifer Dauer
Anthony Glickhouse
Colleen Haas
Diane Iseman
Paola Lucetti
Laura Napolitano
Joseph Rohs
Jim Watkins
Erin Wisecup

STAFF

Stephen Bernstein
Director of Marketing & Communications

Amy Cheney
President & CEO

Stefanie Clayton
Assistant Director of School Relations
 
Adam Fischer
Director of Finance  & Administration

Kendall Glover
Inventory Control Manager

Ned Haynes
Warehouse/Facilities Manager

Dave Hicks
Volunteer Coordinator

Whitney Jacobson
Mobile Outreach Coordinator
[email protected]

Stan McGhee
Operations Coordinator

Kristen Scott
School Relations Coordinator

Sara Plaskett
Crafts with Conviction Coordinator

Sarah Westrich
Director of Programs

Colleen Whittington
Administrative Assistant

Betsy Wilson
Director of Development
[email protected] 


NOT for Sale...


Every decision has a consequence - sometimes good and sometimes bad.   How often do we talk with our children or our students about consequences?  

In late December, a Crayons staff member discovered a situation that  will have  a consequence. A teacher had shopped at Crayons and had taken one of the flat-screen TVs we had in the store last fall. That teacher had then posted the TV  for sale  on a social media site.  

Each year  teachers agree with the following:  

"I pledge that I will adhere to C2C's Shopping Policies and any items that I am taking will be used strictly for the benefit of my students in need and not be used personally. I also understand that any attempt to sell, barter, trade, or otherwise profit from these items by any means is strictly prohibited. Failure to comply with the above stipulations will result in automatic and permanent revocation of my privileges to shop at...Crayons to Computers." 

The teacher attempting to sell the TV will lose shopping privileges at Crayons.  We believe that this situation reflects the exception and certainly not the rule.  However, it  provides  a good opportunity to remind everyone that  Crayons is  a tax-exempt  entity  charged with providing a  public (not private) benefit  - which is to  level the playing field in the classroom by ensuring that students in need have the tools  to succeed in school.  

Thank you  for all that YOU do every day to teach the next generation ,  





Amy Cheney,
President & CEO

P.S. We've heard from many teachers about the benefits these TVs have provided to students. Teachers at the Learning Center at North Norwood engaged students in a beneficial relaxation exercise using the TV. We'd love to hear more stories like this so we can share them with the generous donor! Please share your comments or photos with Kristen Scott at [email protected]

Inmates Create Learning Tools
Crafts with Conviction is a beloved program of Crayons to Computers. Local 12, WKRC-TV just ran this story by Meghan Mongillo. Please take a moment to read more and watch the video.  

Product Highlights

Thirty-One Bags
These collapsible totes are great for carrying almost anything. Pick one up, while supplies last.






Art Kits
These cases are perfect for storing/carrying art supplies. Each box measures approximately 8"x10"x2.5" . (Art supplies not included)




Airheads
Thanks to a generous donation from Perfetti Van Melle, we have plenty of these sweet treats as rewards, incentive items, or just because. Each box contains approximately 750 pieces.



CwC "Grid Map Assessment"
These Kings Island maps have been cleverly converted into a map skills activity for the classroom. Each kit comes with 30 maps and question sheets.
Large Items Currently Available
2-sided locking corner cabinet with drawers and shelves

If you are interested in any of these items for your classroom, contact Ned Haynes at [email protected] or call 513-482-3290.

Call for Art Entries
Crayons to Computers is seeking submissions of student artwork for a silent auction at our annual Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader fundraising event, taking place in early April.
 
The silent auction will feature up to 40 donated works of art from local students, and all money raised will go to support Crayons to Computers.
 
We are willing to consider all art media, but 2D artwork that can be hung on a wall is preferred.
 
If you have a talented student willing to donate something they've created, please submit a photo of the art to Stefanie Clayton at [email protected] no later than February 23, 2019.

Welcome, Kristen Scott
Please welcome Kristen Scott, School Relations Coordinator, and the newest member of the Crayons family. Kristen is native to Cincinnati and a graduate of Kent State University. She is looking forward to meeting all of our teacher shoppers. 

Kristen is easily reachable via her email or by phone at 513-482-3290.

Free Sign Language Resources
Have you been looking to incorporate American Sign Language (ASL) into your classroom? Here are some FREE printable resources, along with videos and podcasts.

Winter Weather Policy
In case of inclement weather, Crayons to Computers will make a decision by noon if the Teacher Free Store will close. The decision is independent of any school district.

If closed, Crayons to Computers will be listed in the general school and business closings on local news channels WLWT, WCPO and WKRC. Closings will also be pos ted via social media and on the Crayons to Computers