Ithaca Loves Teachers

09/30/2026

First 50 registered teachers receive a gift bag!

Teacher Resource Day is this Saturday at the Museum!!!

PRI's annual Teacher Resource Day has tables full of free fossil and geological specimens and other educational materials for teachers to use in their classrooms. The event is free and exclusively for teachers. In addition to the resource giveaway, there will be tours of PRI's extensive collections, the Museum of the Earth, and our current exhibits.

This year's featured presentation, "Educating for Thriving: What the NYS Climate Change Requirement Means for Teaching," will be given by Dr. Joseph Henderson of American University. We'll also hear about the Autumn BioBlitz in a short presentation. This BioBlitz begins on Friday, October 2nd and runs through Monday, October 5th, intentionally surrounding Teacher Resource Day.

The first 50 registrants receive a gift bag! If registration exceeds 50, we will maintain a waiting list. If you register and find yourself unable to attend, please let us know.

Register here to attend in person: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeYix30LxKtjdqk2nnJ-pZaN9jj7G6K_3TY7FlxCzuqb14stQ/viewform

See you there!

08/17/2026

Hey teachers! Looking to unwind and refresh this month before the busy school year begins?

Throughout August, enjoy 15% off any one spa service Monday-Thursday at Rasa Spa. Whether you’re looking to relax with a massage, refresh your skin with a facial, or recharge with a body treatment, take advantage of this special Teacher Appreciation offer to help you start the school year feeling your best.

Book now:

Monthly Specials August Specials Results-Driven Facial15% Off Monday–Thursday | 10% Off Friday–Sunday Our Results-Driven Facial begins with a personalized skin consultation, then your esthetician customizes every step of your treatment using the most effective combination of professional product...

05/06/2026

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to the educators who inspire, support, and shape the next generation🎉 Thank you for showing up each day with dedication and care. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, creating ripple effects that strengthen our communities.

Ithaca Loves Teachers!💙

🍎Tag a teacher who deserves a little extra appreciation this week⬇️

02/25/2026

Visions honors educators who go above and beyond to support their classrooms and communities with Educator of the Year. Each recipient is awarded $2,000 as a token of Vision's appreciation and a special celebration with their school. Now is the time to recognize the educator you think is the most deserving. And don’t forget to look in the mirror. That educator might be you!

Find more details here: www.visionsloveseducators.com

02/25/2026

Hey educators! Only a few more days left of our 2026 celebration. Here are three events you don't want to miss this week!

🎟John Crist Live
📍State Theatre of Ithaca
Thursday, February 26 | 7 PM

🎤Karaoke Night
📍23 North Restaurant & Bar
Thursday, February 26 | 8 PM - 12 AM

🧀Cheese & Thank You
📍Hopshire Farm & Brewery
Saturday, February 28 | 1 PM - 5 PM

Looking for more? Check out our events page:

Explore Ithaca's events calendar to find unique upcoming events, including Small Business Saturday, Craft B**r Tasting and the Holiday Market.

02/21/2026

What a fantastic first week for our Ithaca Loves Teachers 2026 celebration! 🍎✨

We’ve loved seeing so many educators out and about, taking advantage of special deals, connecting with local businesses, and celebrating the impact you make in our community every single day. And the best part? There’s still a whole week of the celebration left!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who’s come out to events and redeemed deals so far. You have all made this celebration truly special!

Thank you to everyone who attended our Happy Hour at Personal Best Brewing! A fantastic turnout with great food, drinks, and a great time all around.

We’re especially grateful to our amazing local businesses, who helped make the evening so delicious:
🌯 Dos Amigos for the burritos, tacos, chips, and salsa
🥕 Ithaca Bakery for the veggie trays
🍪 Rashida Sawyer for the cookies
🧁 Ithaca Breadworks for the cupcakes
🍺Personal Best Brewing for the great drinks and fantastic venue

Thank you to our generous local businesses and to every teacher who has participated so far. We can’t wait to see even more of you during week two as we continue celebrating YOU!

02/20/2026

Visions loves educators for all the passion they put into their jobs. That’s why they've created the Visions Loves Educators Classroom Funding Program. Visions will award full funding, up to $500, for projects submitted by full-time educators at the preschool, elementary, middle, and high school levels. Our educators give so much to their kids and our communities. This is just one small way Visions can give back to them.

Apply here: www.visionsloveseducators.com

02/18/2026

Hey teachers! Here are three events you don't want to miss this week:

Ithaca Loves Teachers Coffee Hour Meet & Greet
📍WSKG
217 N Aurora St., Ithaca
Feb. 19 | 10AM

Teacher Karaoke Night
📍K-House Karaoke & Arts Hub
121 W MLK Jr. St., Ithaca
Feb. 19 | 6PM - 9PM

Mutts Gone Nuts Featuring Hilby Live
📍State Theatre of Ithaca
107 W State St., Ithaca
Feb. 20 | 7PM

Looking for more? Check out our events calendar!

Explore Ithaca's events calendar to find unique upcoming events, including Small Business Saturday, Craft B**r Tasting and the Holiday Market.

02/13/2026

It's officially underway! 🍎💙
Ithaca Loves Teachers 2026 has begun, and we're so excited to celebrate with you for the next two weeks. Don't forget to share your experiences and tag us for a chance to be featured!🎉

02/12/2026

Hey educators!🍎✨

A quick reminder that you must RSVP in advance to secure your spot for the Happy Hour at Personal Best Brewing on Monday, Feb. 16. Don't miss out on the fun!

RSVP for free here⬇️

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