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lease help me get the word out about a new grants program to help teachers have pets in their classroom! Pets in the Classroom ([link removed].

Pets in the Classroom grants are offered to public school, Kindergarten through Sixth grade classes only. These grants are intended to support pets or aquariums in the classroom for the purposes of teaching children to bond with, and care for their pets responsibly. The welfare of the small animals involved is of paramount importance. “Our goal is to support placement of appropriate pets in schools where they will enhance the classroom experience and help kids learn about proper pet care,” commented Steve King, Pet Care Trust Executive Director.

The grant process is easy. The teacher completes the online application form (found at [link removed].

Pets in the Classroom encourages the pet and/or supplies to be purchased locally. By going to the local pet store, the teacher and classroom are establishing a relations...See More
Sherie Just wanted to let people know they have opened this to private schools as well. I applied and received my letter of approval yesterday. This is going to be a huge help to me - I will use it for supplies/food for our current classroom pets - a bearded dragon and 2 gerbils. Thanks for the info.

Sherie

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Jun 16, 2010


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