Pets in the Classroom

Kids benefit from exposure to pets in the classroom in ways that help to shape their lives for years to come. Read on to find out more.

Pets in the Classroom
What is Pets in the Classroom?

What is Pets in the Classroom?

Pets in the Classroom is an educational grant program that provides financial support to teachers to purchase and maintain small animals for pre-kindergarten through ninth-grade classes. As a teacher, you will receive a discount voucher for a pet and vouchers for the necessary food & supplies to take care of the new addition to your classroom.

Why Have Pets in the Classroom?

Why Have Pets in the Classroom?

Classroom animals are wonderful resources for teachers to make learning fun in all subjects. Pets help build self-esteem, teach responsibility, become friends, encourage nurturing, and improve health and education. Studies have also shown that caring for pets aids in improving school attendance.

What Pets Are Available?

Pet Supermarket grants vary by pet type and include discounts on the animal and the supplies you need.

Fish
Fish
Betta Fish
Betta Fish
Hamsters
Hamsters
Guinea Pig
Guinea Pig
Bearded Dragon
Bearded Dragon

How Do I Apply?

Adding a pet to your classroom is simple. Apply any time between August and May.

  • Select Pet Supermarket as your grant type
  • Create a login
  • Fill out the application and tell us about yourself, your students and your classroom.

You'll receive a reply from Pets in the Classroom within 7-10 business days. Once approved, your Pet Supermarket vouchers will be mailed directly to you. Bring the vouchers to your local Pet Supermarket store and we’ll help you get started!

 

Have You Previously Received a Pets in the Classroom Grant?

You're in luck! Each fall, teachers may re-apply for a $50 "Sustaining Grant". These grants are intended to continue supporting and protecting the welfare of the animals involved. Only one (1) grant per teacher is permitted. To apply, please click here and be sure to select "Sustaining Grant."

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Be sure to choose Pet Supermarket!