Spring is here, and while energy is rising, so is the pressure. A mid-semester reset can go a long way in supporting your whole school community. 💛 From wellness challenges to student check-ins, small moments of connection are making a big impact. Read our latest newsletter for strategies, stories, and a fresh dose of inspiration.
Along
Education
Los Angeles, CA 1,170 followers
Our free teacher-student connection builder uplifts and integrates student voices for thriving classrooms.
About us
Along is a free, online teacher-student connection builder that helps quickly build the strong ties needed to create and maintain trust year-round. Along is built on the premise that authentic teacher-student connections have a positive impact on students’ academic growth, well-being, and social development. Designed alongside students and educators, teachers get to know who their students really are so they can immediately apply this knowledge to create an inclusive learning environment. Research Backed: Grounded in educational research and vetted to ensure inclusiveness, Along activities create space for conversations with students of all background. Committed to Privacy: We take our duty to safeguard your data seriously and are transparent with how we do this. Free to use and implement school-wide: We'll work with you on strategy, training, and school-wide implementation - all at no cost. How it Works: Teachers choose from a collection of pre-vetted questions (or write their own) to better understand and meet the needs of the classroom. This is done through our three-step reflection loop: Ask: Teachers connect with their students by asking them research-informed questions to find out how they think and feel. Reflect: Insights and tips to help teachers reflect upon student input. Act: Help your students feel seen and heard by closing the loop and integrating their input into instruction. Along's Impact: Teachers and students feel an increased connection with each other after using Along. Educators connect more openly and engage differently in the classroom after using Along. 81% of teachers said that Along helped them be more open with their students and 76% of teachers said that Along felt connected to important topics in their classroom. Students also feel more connected to their teachers after using Along. 83% of students said Along helps their teacher get to know them and 76% of students said Along helps them be more open with their teacher.
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http://www.along.org
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- Industry
- Education
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Los Angeles, CA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2020
- Specialties
- Education, engagement, professional development, mentoring, EdTech, whole child, student feedback, student engagement, education technology, Teacher-student connections, EdTech integration, student-centered learning, Classroom Relationship Building, Personalized Learning Strategies, Teacher-Student Engagement, Personalized Learning, and K12Education
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It's never too late to implement something new to improve school culture ⤵️ 🗄️ Cindy Rimmer found success with implementing a Principal's Cabinet. The cabinet is made up of students who identify and lead projects to improve the school facilities and support a thriving culture. ✍️ The students also get experience writing grant proposals for the projects. 🌟 Some of the recent projects include upgrading classrooms with additional furniture, creating a storage supply cabinet near the multi-purpose room, and offering higher-end hand soap in student bathrooms. #Leadership #SchoolCulture #EdLeadership
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Success goes beyond academics, it’s about helping students feel connected. Teachers using Along are integrating quick check-ins to help students reflect, share struggles, and build confidence. At John Rex Middle School, this approach is making a real impact. Curious to learn more? Read our latest newsletter ⬇️
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We’re proud to share that we’ve earned the Codesign Product Badge from Leanlab Education! 🎉 This recognition validates our deep commitment to co-designing with educators—not just for them. Every step of our development has been informed by real teachers and students, ensuring that our tool is evidence-based, user-centered, and built to support meaningful connections in the classroom. We believe that the best educational tools come from listening to and learning alongside those who use them daily. Thank you to the incredible educators who helped shape Along into what it is today! 💛 #codesign #edtech #education #evidencebased #teacherstudentrelationships
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Hello from our team at #CCSA2025! 👋 We know how much connection matters in education—between teachers, students, and school communities. That’s why we’re here at the California Charter Schools Conference, ready to talk about real ways to strengthen those relationships. 📍If you are here, swing by Booth #1027—we’d love to meet you!
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The best teachers don’t just teach—they connect. 💛 For many educators, the journey to teaching starts with the people who showed them what it means to care—the ones who paid attention, took an interest, and built relationships that left a lasting impact. This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the teachers who model empathy, humanity, and connection—because when students feel cared for, they thrive. Read more about the personal side of teaching and the power of relationships here. ⬇️ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gCRdhhNE
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One principal’s favorite day of the week? Wellness Wednesday. 💛 Every Wednesday, Principal Charmaine Johnson and her teachers at John Rex Middle School use Along to check in with students—sparking conversations that reveal hidden struggles, shared experiences, and meaningful connections. ✅ Students open up in ways they wouldn’t face-to-face ✅ Teachers gain deeper insight into each student’s world ✅ A simple weekly routine builds a stronger sense of community Read more about how John Rex is using Along to build relationships that help students feel seen and supported. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gd3aDXXr #StudentConnections #RelationshipsMatter #Education
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Our Interim Program Director, Jared Chandler, shares what he appreciates most about the incredible school leaders making a difference every day. To every school leader out there—thank you. 💛
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Mid-year fatigue is real, but so is the power of small moments. 💛 This month’s newsletter highlights ways to reignite engagement, strengthen school culture, and align strategies for lasting impact. Plus, we’re sharing a research-backed eBook on building strong classroom connections. Read more here 👇