Educators Using RAFT

Who uses RAFT? 80% of RAFT members are classroom teachers. We also serve after-school program leaders, camp counselors, daycare providers, scout leaders, home school teachers, and many other kinds of educators.

Is RAFT for new teachers? Teachers with all levels of experience benefit from RAFT. New teachers love the materials and training we provide. Experienced teachers come to get new ideas, interact with their peers, and to "recharge their batteries."

Where do RAFT members work? RAFT has locations in Sacramento, San Jose, Redwood City, and Denver, CO. Our Sacramento location draws members from throughout the Greater Sacramento Area including, Yolo and Placer Counties.

What students do our members serve? Most RAFT members work with Elementary and Middle School students. They work in public and private schools throughout the Greater Sacramento Area. 87% of our teachers serve students from low-income communities. In total, RAFT teachers reach over 600,000 students.

What do teachers do with RAFT materials? 74% of our members use RAFT materials for Science and/or Math. 70% use them for Art. Reading, Social Studies, and many other subjects.

What teachers say about RAFT:

"I would say workshops help me the most. I take what I have learned and I am able to apply it to all ages, and pass it along to other teachers."

"I love the pre-packaged kits. It has made teaching science so much more fun and more interesting to the kids."

"RAFT Idea Sheets are the best resource out there for hands-on science."

"When I use RAFT ideas and materials, my students are thoroughly engaged."

"Energizes me and helps me be more creative - a better teacher."