As the new school year begins, The Opportunity Trust wanted to do something special to support our partner schools in kicking off a fantastic year. Enter the Back 2 School Teacher Lounge Takeover—a fun initiative where we dropped off snacks to bring a little extra energy and excitement to the start of the school year!

As staff prepared to welcome students back to class, we made our rounds, visiting schools across our network. The energy was great! Walking through the doors, we were greeted by the lively buzz of staff and students reconnecting. The joy was infectious, and it was clear that everyone was thrilled to be back.

What truly stood out in every building was the strong sense of community and commitment from the school leaders and staff. Their efforts to create an environment where students feel valued and motivated were evident in every smile and interaction. The positive atmosphere wasn’t just happenstance—it was the result of thoughtful planning and hard work to build a culture that encourages both learning and belonging.

We understand that the early days of the school year can be a whirlwind, full of excitement and a bit of exhaustion. That’s why we wanted to offer a small token of support in the form of tasty treats. Whether it was a quick snack during a break or a sweet moment of relief at the end of a busy day, our hope was to give everyone a little boost to keep the momentum going.

Here’s to an incredible year ahead! We’re excited to see all the amazing things our schools will accomplish, and we’re here to cheer them on every step of the way!

P.S. Check out this article from Dr. Brandi Chin, Partner for School Innovation highlighting ways for leaders have a strong start to the school year.