Unlock an Exclusive Nearpod Discount — Just for Outschool Educators!
We’re excited to share that we’ve secured an exclusive $400/year Nearpod rate for Outschool educators! 🙌
Whether you’re upgrading your current account or starting fresh, this plan gives you access to powerful features designed for dynamic online teaching, including:
- ✅ Unlimited storage (no more deleting!)
- 🤖 AI Create (currently in beta)
- ✍️ Live annotation
- 🔢 Virtual math manipulatives
🔄 Live to student-paced mode (perfect for when class time runs out)
📩 To claim this rate, email Matt Arend (Strategic Account Executive at Nearpod) at matt.arend@renaissance.com using the email template below:
📧 Email template:
Subject: Outschool Educator Requesting $400 Nearpod Rate
Hi Matt,
I’m an educator on Outschool and would love to take advantage of the exclusive $400/year rate for Nearpod. Please let me know the next steps to either upgrade my current account or set up a new one.
Thank you,
[Your Full Name]
[Email associated with your Nearpod account, if applicable]
Are You a Tech-Savvy Educator? We Want to Partner With You!
We’re looking for educators who are tech pros to help elevate the online learning experience across Outschool! We’ve noticed growing interest and questions around areas including:
- Effectively using Zoom tools (breakout rooms, screen sharing, annotation)
- Leveraging interactive platforms (Nearpod, Jamboard, Blooket, Canva, etc.)
- Optimizing audio/video setup for clear, engaging classes
- Creating smooth, professional digital classroom workflows
If you’re confident in your tech skills and passionate about helping others, we’d love to collaborate with you to create paid tutorials, tips, or mini learning sessions for fellow educators.
📩 Interested? Let us know here
Let’s work together to empower educators and make every class a seamless, engaging experience for learners!
Business & Marketing:
Setting the Tone: Strengthening Intros and Community in Every Class
First impressions matter, especially in an online classroom. That’s why starting each class with a clear introduction and a moment of connection isn’t just a nice touch—it’s a best practice.
Whether it’s your first meeting or tenth, learners thrive when they feel seen and included. A simple “Welcome back, I’m so glad you’re here” or a quick round of icebreaker questions can go a long way toward building trust and encouraging participation. These small moments help learners feel safe, engaged, and excited to return.
For returning learners, check-ins help reinforce a sense of belonging and consistency. For new learners, a thoughtful intro can ease nerves and set expectations. And for you as the educator, it’s a chance to establish your style, preview what’s to come, and signal that you care about the community you’re building.
So whether your class is filled with familiar faces or brand-new learners, take a minute at the top to introduce yourself, invite connection, and set the tone. It’s a small habit that can make a big difference.
Expand Your Reach: Unlock Florida Scholarship Enrollments with EMA
We are expanding access to an exciting opportunity to grow your learner base and make your classes more accessible to families using Florida scholarship funds! By setting up a Personal Provider Account in EMA, you can allow eligible families to use their scholarship funds directly for your Outschool classes. No reimbursement hoops for parents, no extra work for you.
Why you should sign up:
Florida families enrolled in scholarship programs such as the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Unique Abilities or Scholarships for Personalized Education Programs can now use their funds to purchase classes on Outschool. However, only EMA-approved educators can accept these funds. Setting up your EMA account ensures:
✅ Easier enrollment – Families can seamlessly use their scholarship funds to book your classes.
✅ Expanded student access – Reach more learners who need flexible and personalized education options.
✅ No out-of-pocket payments – Families won’t need to pay upfront or wait for reimbursements.
How to get started
The process is simple and only takes a few steps:
1️⃣ Create an EMA Account at sufs.org/emaproviders
2️⃣ Complete your personal provider profile – Add your credentials and select “Part-Time Tutoring Services” as your service category.
3️⃣ Request to join Outschool on EMA – Search for “Outschool, Inc.” in EMA and submit your request.
4️⃣ Get approved and start enrolling learners – Once you’re approved, Florida families can use their scholarship funds for your classes!
Key things to know
📌 You must have a bachelor’s degree or valid Florida teaching certification to be eligible.
📌 Your personal details (address, phone, email) are never shared with parents.
📌 If you don’t sign up, families can still enroll but must pay out of pocket and request reimbursement—adding friction to the process.
Take action today!
This is a fantastic way to grow your enrollments, support more families, and make your classes accessible to Florida scholarship students.
➡️ Sign up now at sufs.org/emaproviders.
Make Your Class Stand Out: The Case for Weekly Themes
If you’re offering an Enrichment & Clubs class and aren’t seeing the enrollments you’d hoped for, adding weekly topics to your class listing could make all the difference! While Outschool’s policy now allows for general topics for this format, families still prefer clear expectations before signing up.
🔹 Why weekly topics help
Parents want to know exactly what their learners will be diving into each week. A general description might catch their interest, but a detailed weekly breakdown helps them feel confident in their decision to enroll. When families can see a structured plan—whether it’s themed art projects, book discussions, science experiments, or skill-building exercises—they’re more likely to commit.
🔹 How to structure your listing
If your class is ongoing, make sure to include weekly dates with topics (e.g., “Week of March 10: Exploring Impressionist Art”). This helps families understand what’s happening at the time they enroll.
For fixed-end date classes, listing the topics without specific dates is fine, as the content remains the same regardless of start time.
🔹 Time to optimize!
If your club or enrichment class doesn’t yet include a breakdown of weekly themes, consider adding them now to improve your visibility and enrollments. A little extra detail goes a long way in helping parents see the value of your class!
🏀 Keep Scoring with OUTreach 🏀
We’re nearing March’s final buzzer and the OUTreach leaderboard is heating up! 🏀 There’s still plenty of time to bring in new learners and rack up rewards:
- 💰$50 per referral: For each valid referral, educators will earn a $50 USD cash bonus.
- 🏀Elite Eight Educator Bonus: The top 8 referring educators will earn an additional one-time $100 USD bonus.*
Don’t miss your shot at major OUTreach rewards this month!
*No purchase necessary. Ends 3/31/25, 11:59pm PT. US residents only, 18 or older, who are teachers who offer classes on Outschool.com. Void where prohibited. Subject to Official Rules.
🤝 Share Outschool. Grow the Community. Get Rewarded. 🤝
Outschool’s New Educator Referral Program is a great way to earn more with Outschool! Now’s the time to start sharing your unique referral link and helping other educators join our platform.
Through this program, you can refer new educators to Outschool and receive a $200 bonus once they earn their first $100 teaching on the platform.
Send your unique referral link to educators in your network who would be a great addition to the Outschool education community! Learn more about the program here.
Policy Updates:
Parent Communication
We’ve added a Parent Communication section to our Enrollment Management Policy to set clear expectations for response times. While response times may vary, we recommend replying to parent messages within 24-48 hours on weekdays and 48-72 hours on weekends (no response is expected on holidays).
Responding to at least 50% of messages from parents with active enrollment within four days is the minimum expectation to remain in good standing and support a smooth experience for families. Teachers who respond within 24 hours exceed this expectation and move closer to earning their Star or Rising Star badge.
Platform Updates:
ICYMI: March Feature Updates Are Here
From upgraded Parent Class Requests to Memberships now live for all families, this month’s features are designed to simplify your workflow and boost bookings.
👉 Read the full update to learn about the latest features and how to make the most of them to grow your business.
| Spotlight on High-Demand, Low-Supply Classes |
| These segments have high demand but limited availability,* making them prime opportunities for educators to fill. Offering your expertise in these areas may help you reach more learners and contribute to a more balanced supply on Outschool! |
| Class Format | Class Subject | Class Topic | Age bucket | Day of Week | Time of Day (PST) |
| enrichment_or_club | English | English Language Arts > Reading | 8-10 | Monday | 3pm-6pm |
| enrichment_or_club | English | English Language Arts > Spelling | 3-7 | Tuesday | 1am-7am |
| enrichment_or_club | English | English Language Arts > Spelling | 11-13 | Thursday | 1am-7am |
| course | English | English Language Arts > Writing | 14-18 | Tuesday | 1am-7am |
| enrichment_or_club | Life Skills | Games & Hobbies > Role Playing Games | 8-10 | Monday | 3pm-6pm |
| enrichment_or_club | Life Skills | Games & Hobbies > Role Playing Games | 14-18 | Thursday | 8am-2pm |
| enrichment_or_club | Life Skills | Games & Hobbies > Role Playing Games | 14-18 | Saturday | 3pm-6pm |
| enrichment_or_club | Life Skills | Games & Hobbies > Role Playing Games | 14-18 | Tuesday | 3pm-6pm |
| one_on_one | Health & Wellness | Health & Wellness > Mental & Emotional Health > Stress & Anxiety | 3-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-18 | Thursday | 3pm-6pm |
| course | World Languages | Languages > French | 3-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-18 | Tuesday | 8am-2pm |
| course | World Languages | Languages > French | 3-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-18 | Monday | 1am-7am |
| one_on_one | English | Life Skills > Handwriting | 8-10 | Thursday | 3pm-6pm |
| enrichment_or_club | Life Skills | Life Skills > Outdoor Survival Skills | 8-10, 11-13 | Friday | 8am-2pm |
| one_on_one | Science & Nature | Math > Pre-Calculus | 3-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-18 | Tuesday | 8am-2pm |
| one_on_one | Music | Music > Brass Instruments > Trombone | 8-10 | Monday | 3pm-6pm |
| enrichment_or_club | Music | Music > Stringed Instruments > Guitar | 3-7 | Tuesday | 3pm-6pm |
| enrichment_or_club | Science & Nature | Science > Biology > Marine Biology | 3-7, 8-10 | Friday | 1am-7am |
| enrichment_or_club | Science & Nature | Science > Biology > Veterinary Science | 8-10 | Monday | 8am-2pm |
| enrichment_or_club | Life Skills | Social Clubs > Girls’ Social Clubs | 8-10, 11-13 | Thursday | 8am-2pm |
| one_on_one | Social Studies | Social Studies > Geography | 3-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-18 | Sunday | 1am-7am |
| enrichment_or_club | Math | Standardized Test Prep > SAT Prep | 11-13, 14-18 | Saturday | 8am-2pm |
| enrichment_or_club | Math | Standardized Test Prep > SAT Prep | 14-18 | Tuesday | 8am-2pm |
| enrichment_or_club | Coding & Tech | Technology > Programming > Block Coding > Scratch Coding | 3-7, 8-10 | Wednesday | 8am-2pm |
| enrichment_or_club | Coding & Tech | Technology > Programming > Block Coding > Scratch Coding | 8-10 | Tuesday | 3pm-6pm |
| enrichment_or_club | Coding & Tech | Technology > Programming > Block Coding > Scratch Coding | 8-10 | Friday | 3pm-6pm |
*Based on Outschool data between [March 1, 2025] to March 25, 2025.
Data Insights:
Parent Topic Requests
Outschool families are looking for these classes! Consider creating lessons around these in-demand topics* to fulfill demand, which may help increase your enrollments.
| Age Requested | Class Topic Requested |
| 5 | Exploring World Cultures: A Global Learning Adventure |
| 6 | Art and Design Basics: Developing Your Creative Skills |
| 7 | Exploring the Good and Beautiful Curriculum |
| 8 | 1:1 Math Tutoring in German: Personalized Learning Support |
| 9 | Swahili Language for beginners |
| 9 | Space Exploration for Kids: Journey Through the Universe |
| 10 | Minecraft Education: Engaging Learning for 4th Graders |
| 10 | Becoming a Bovine Veterinarian: Caring for Cows and Livestock |
| 10 | Musical Adventures: Learning Instruments and Rhythm |
| 11 | Harry Potter & Pokémon Drawing Adventure: Create Your Favorite Characters |
| 11 | Cartoon Character Drawing: Bring Your Favorite Movie Icons to Life |
| 11 | Beginner’s Guide to Coding: Fun and Interactive Programming |
| 12 | Young Entrepreneurs: Turning Ideas into Business Ventures |
| 12 | Dinosaur Discovery: Unearthing Prehistoric Mysteries |
| 15 | Trail Blazers & Change Makers: Women in History |
| 15 | SAT and PSAT Exam Prep |
| 16 | Electrolysis of Water: Exploring the Science of Splitting Molecules |
| 16 | The Art of Creative Writing: Crafting Engaging Stories |
| 16 | Hands-On Science Experiments: Discover the Wonders of STEM |
*Based on top topics requested by parents in January 2025.
Professional Learning Opportunities:
Upcoming Live Sessions
Get Started with Outschool in Under 30 Minutes!
Our on-demand Outschool Orientation gives new educators the tools and insights to succeed. Teachers who attend have been shown to sell their first class faster on average! Watch at your convenience to learn how to navigate the platform, set up an engaging virtual classroom, and create memorable learning experiences.
🔬Educator Success Lab: Experiment. Iterate. Succeed. 🔬
These weekly workshops, held every Wednesday at 12:00 PM EST, are designed to help you refine your class listings and grow your business on Outschool. Each session combines expert tips and interactive breakout activities to boost your success.
Upcoming Topics:
📅 March 26: Creating Interactive Live Classes – Discover how to make your live classes engaging, dynamic, and interactive to boost learner participation and retention.
📅 April 2: Boosting Your Search Presence – Increase your searchability and discoverability by optimizing your listings for Outschool’s algorithm and external search engines.
📅 April 9: The Enrollment Funnel; Turning Clicks into Sign-Ups – Learn how to analyze and improve your enrollment funnel—from search visibility to sign-ups.
👉 Take your class to the next level — Register Now
🧑🏫 OrgSuccess Workshop: Navigating the Business Terrain on Outschool 🧑🏫
Designed exclusively for organizations on Outschool, this live meeting is a deep dive into best practices, valuable insights, and collaborative discussions that will empower your org to navigate the Outschool landscape confidently.
👉 Spots are open — Register Now
💻 Outschool Launchpad: New Educator Workshops 💻
This interactive workshop is designed exclusively for newly approved Outschool educators! You’ll gain key insights on class formats, create and publish your first class, take a platform tour, and connect with fellow new educators as you embark on your teaching journey.
👉 New Educator Orientation Workshop — Register Now
👉 New Educator Mastering Your First Class Workshop — Register Now
🤝 Make the Most of Office Hours! 🤝
Looking to refine your approach to business growth, marketing, instructional strategies, or data insights? Join our Small Group Office Hours for collaborative discussions, or book a 1-on-1 Office Hour for personalized guidance on data clarity and business strategy.
📢 Register for Small Group Office Hours
📢 Book a 1-on-1 Session
✨ Join the Educator Accelerator Program! ✨
Wherever you are on your Outschool journey, there’s a cohort designed just for you! From Kickstart Your Success to Building Blocks for Success, Refining Your Strategy, and Scaling for Success, this program offers tailored insights, strategies, and support to help you grow your teaching business.
📢 Spots are limited — Register Now!
Increase your impact and learn new strategies that inspire a love of learning with the ACE Teaching Framework. On average, educators who’ve completed this framework have seen over 4x the enrollments*!
*Based on February 2025 data.
