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Isn’t it time for a little “me” time? We have just the thing. Grab your favorite snack + a cozy blanket and tune in to our Virtual Speaker Series for educators to be inspired, motivated and even learn something new. It’s all free because you deserve it.

Save your spot! https://www.horacemann.com/educatorsdeserve

Thank you, teachers! ✨✨✨

Free, no-obligation financial advice is hard to come by. Today Show financial editor Jean Chatzky starts off our free Virtual Speaker Series by taking the complicated world of money and explaining it in plain terms. She’ll tell you the things you can do in order to create the life you want, support the people you love and stress a little less about the future.

Sign up today: https://horacemann.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KP7jdFZnTASKTQqyUIGr7Q

Dear Teachers,
We're thinking of you today!!

New Year, new YOU! 2020 was definitely a difficult year, but you made it. What are some of your hopes for the new year?

You’re going to want to clear your schedule for this.
Make plans to attend our free Virtual Speaker Series where three incredible speakers will share their powerful stories, useful tips and encouragement just for educators. It all starts Jan. 12.

Space is limited, so sign up today! https://www.horacemann.com/educatorsdeserve

#WeLoveTeachers ❤️❤️❤️

Educators: You deserve a break. We’ve put together an all-star cast of speakers who are ready to share their advice, ideas and stories with you to help you start 2021 off right. Step out of the presenter role, relax into the audience and recharge your batteries with our free Virtual Speaker Series!

Space is limited; save your spot today: http://www.horacemann.com/educatorsdeserve

Sure, you may have major medical insurance, but is that enough? Supplemental insurance can provide additional money for expenses associated with accidents or sudden illnesses, while disability income insurance can provide partial income replacement until you get back on your feet.

Learn more about how you can get coverage to help fill the gap at http://authoring.horacemann.com/insurance/supplemental-insurance/.

Season’s greetings from our family to yours. Happy holidays!

Let's hear it for the math teachers! Please give a shout out to your favorite math teacher.

Save the date! Actually, make that three dates. You won’t want to miss our free, three-part Virtual Speaker Series for educators kicking off Jan. 12! Learn more and sign up today: https://www.horacemann.com/educatorsdeserve

6 Ways Teachers Continue to Promote Student Voice This Year

Now more than ever, it’s important to build lessons centered on students’ active involvement. Here are six ways teachers can continue to promote student voices this school year.

edutopia.org In distance and hybrid learning, elementary teachers are finding it more important than ever to build lessons centered on students’ active involvement.

In appreciation for all your hard work during COVID-19, current educators get complimentary access to our Student Loans Solutions program for the 2020-21 academic year. With this account, you’ll be able to access online tools and loan coaches that are designed to help make sure you’re on the best path for you before student loan payments resume!

Learn more: http://www.horacemann.com/teacher-lounge/resources-for-Educators/marketing-articles/what-to-do-before-student-loan-payments-resume

Congratulations to our fifth and final winner, Karen O. of Washington! Thanks so much for joining us this week as we celebrate all the hard work you've done for your students this year. Thank you, #educators.

Stay tuned for our next giveaway, and #HappyHolidays!

Now THIS could help with those virtual lessons. Or, it could just be a nice treat this holiday season.

We’ve had a blast giving away prizes to educators this week. Let us know in the comments what you want and need so we can start gearing up for our next giveaway!

11 Ways Kids Can Still Have Recess at Home​

This school year has been challenging in many ways, but don’t let recess add to your stress. @WeAreTeachers came up with a list of ideas to keep kids active while learning remotely. https://www.weareteachers.com/recess-at-home/

For additional, free resources, head over to our Teaching Online resource center. https://www.horacemann.com/teaching-online

weareteachers.com Ideas to keep them on their feet and active.

We know now more than ever that teaching is hard work. So why do educators do it? To make a positive difference in children’s lives, to prepare them for the future and to help shape tomorrow’s citizens and leaders.

Watch for our winner announcement at 2 p.m. CT! Hopefully it’s you.
One more day left! Make sure you’re entered here: https://woobox.com/ecdzg9

Help your educator friends find their way to Horace Mann. We're here to help them.

What's one thing your students have taught you during your time as an educator?

Who could use an iPad this holiday season? We’ll announce the winner of this 32GB 10.2-inch Apple iPad with Wi-Fi capability at 2 p.m. CST, so stay tuned!
Entry link: https://woobox.com/ecdzg9

My agency and I know educators could use a break, so step out of the presenter role and relax into the audience by tuning in to Horace Mann’s free Virtual Speaker Series for educators! This series is jam packed with an all-star cast of speakers who are ready to share their messages with you.

Space is limited, register soon. Hope to see you there!
https://www.horacemann.com/educatorsdeserve

Can anyone relate to this??

What have you been binge watching during the pandemic? This 4K 32GB Media Player is sure to give you something to watch.

There’s still time to enter for a chance to win the rest of this week’s prizes, so make sure you’re entered! https://woobox.com/ecdzg9

Congrats to the first winner of our Apple a Day Giveaway! We're posting all winners on our #Giveaways page, so visit our website to find out who today's lucky educator is: http://www.horacemann.com/teacher-lounge/giveaways/

Happy first day of our Apple a Day Giveaway! Today’s prize should be helpful for your virtual lessons. We’re announcing today’s winner at 2 p.m. CST. Not entered yet? You can enter through Friday at 2 p.m. CST! https://woobox.com/ecdzg9

Sit back, relax and cross your fingers. Our Apple a Day Giveaway is back! Starting Dec. 14, we’re giving away one Apple product per day, all the way through Friday. Enter now: https://woobox.com/ecdzg9

See which Apple products are up for grabs here:http://horacemann.com/teacher-lounge/giveaways/

Everyone knows life insurance is important, but these statistics might surprise you. Contact me today!

America's K-12 teachers are increasingly weary as pandemic crushes profession

“One way that districts can help prevent their teachers from retiring early is to address health and financial concerns,” Tyson Sanders, VP of our Supplemental Division, discussed our latest report on how COVID-19 is impacting educators across America with Yahoo Finance. Click below to read more about the report and what we can do to support our educators.
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/america-teachers-miserable-pandemic-123700524.html

finance.yahoo.com Almost eight months since some schools first went into lockdown after the coronavirus began to spread rapidly, America’s K-12 teachers are weary.

Buying a home is an exciting time. It's also a good time to review your insurance policies, and not just your homeowners. Make sure your family is protected with life insurance. Learn more today.

Big news here! Which Apple products would help you the most right now? Whether you’re back in the classroom or teaching remotely, we figure you could use some technology upgrades. Our most popular giveaway is back starting Dec. 14, but you can enter to win now! https://woobox.com/ecdzg9