We had the opportunity to appear on the Rachael Ray Show along with Shell Bank Principal Teri Ahearn and Brody, their Mutt-i-grees School Dog. Our segment shows the Mutt-i-grees Curriculum in action as Principal Ahearn explains the impact the dog has on the classroom, the students, and the school as a whole. - Read more
Back to School… In April?
When thinking about going back to school, I think of autumn’s cool air and leaves turning brilliant colors of orange and red. Not the heat of May and June. However, as a pandemic hit the world in March 2020, last fall is a blurred memory. My only clear recollection is how we scrambled to - Read more
Student Ambassador Update
Everyone can affect change no matter what their age. The Mutt-i-grees National Ambassador program encourages students to give a voice to homeless animals. During the pandemic more animals are suffering than ever. In collaboration with their peers, students can help put an end to animal abuse by creating change through their own actions and - Read more
Teen ‘Walks the Walk’ for Homeless Animals
When 14-year-old Danielle was left with extra time on her hands last year while schools and activities were shut down, she decided to get creative. “I have loved animals – especially dogs – my whole life,” said Danielle. “It’s why I want to be a vet someday. There were so many dogs in my - Read more
Student Ambassadors Shelter Heroes Project
Mika'il, Ayaan & Sofia (ages 14, 12, and 9) of St Catherine of Siena School in Connecticut recently took a trip to North Shore Animal League America to learn about the process of a pup finding their responsible loving home from rescue all the way up to adoption! They made this video to help spread the word - Read more
Reflections on the Year: A Letter from Jayne
Dear Friends & Colleagues, One year since our lives turned into something we did not expect. We did not recognize. That day in March when the world paused. The shock. The reverberation of motion coming to a halt. The silence on the streets. Doors shut. Windows boarded. And, - Read more
Celebrate Earth Day April 22 in Your Classroom with Mutt-i-grees
Looking for impactful lessons for Earth Day? Look no further. Each of the five themes of the Mutt-i-grees Curriculum directly relates to making the earth a better place. Our humane education and social emotional learning Curriculum teaches respect for self, others, animals, and the environment. There are many activities and initiatives you can choose in - Read more
Mutt-i-grees Virtual Lessons in Action
Ever wonder how to conduct your Mutt-i-grees lessons virtually? Here are some sample lessons in action from our friends at Fenton schools in California. Get inspired by their creativity! I Am Sad: A Virtual Mutt-i-grees Lesson Kindergarten teacher, Veronica Palazzola of Fenton Charter Leadership Academy, invites us - Read more
Meet the 2020/21 Student Ambassadors
Every year this program engages and recognizes students who want to advocate for shelter animals. We are thrilled to announce 41 National Mutt-i-grees Student Ambassadors will lead the way across the nation in raising awareness. Spanning the country from New York to California from nine to twenty-three years of age, these students will take action to engage - Read more
Miguel Cardona: Biden’s Pick for Secretary of Education
Congratulations to Dr. Miguel Cardona on being President Biden’s pick for Secretary of Education. Here’s what Dr. Cardona said about our program for an article that was published in The Bark: Read the full article here. Congratulations to Miguel Cardona!
