Dear Teachers,

I write to you today with a deep understanding of the challenges you face and a commitment to addressing a critical issue in our education system. The economic disconnect between Teachers, parents, and Students significantly impacts educational outcomes, Teacher retention, and Student success. At Runstr and our Teachers Need More initiative, we recognize this problem and are dedicated to providing meaningful solutions.

As Teachers, you often navigate financial hardships due to unfair wages and the pressure to purchase classroom supplies out of your own pockets. This strain can lead to burnout and high turnover rates, disrupting the continuity and quality of education. Insufficient funding hinders your ability to provide effective instruction and support diverse learning needs.

Students suffer the most when Teachers lack resources and parental support is inconsistent. This results in fewer educational opportunities, lower academic achievement, and diminished motivation. The economic divide often mirrors broader societal inequalities, where wealthier Students receive more support, while those from poorer backgrounds struggle, perpetuating cycles of disadvantage.

At Runstr, we provide a platform where Students can share their academic journeys, creating meaningful connections with their families and communities. Parents and family members can subscribe to their child’s page, offering direct financial and emotional support.

Our Teachers Need More initiative addresses your financial challenges by covering all classroom supplies as your Students use Runstr. By linking your financial support directly to your classroom efforts, we ensure you receive the necessary resources to provide the best education possible.

We believe in creating a more equitable and supportive educational environment through collaborative efforts. By developing funding models, encouraging community involvement, advocating for policy reforms, engaging parents, and leveraging technology, we can address this economic disconnect.

Runstr and our Teachers Need More initiative are pioneering this change, fostering a community where Teachers are adequately compensated, parents are engaged, and Students have the resources they need to succeed.

Join us in this mission. Together, we can bridge the economic disconnect and create lasting change for the betterment of our education system.

Sincerely,

The Runstr + Teachers Need More Team