Are you a PreK–12 educator or administrator with big ideas for the future of literacy and learning? Join the Scholastic Innovation Lab and help us develop what comes next in education.
Scholastic Innovation Lab
Help Shape the Future of Education
Let Your Voice Be Heard!
Take part in interviews, design workshops, surveys, usability testing, and more. Share your insights and help guide the development of new Scholastic programs and services.
Your Expertise. Rewarded.
Your classroom experience is valuable, and we treat it that way. As a Scholastic Innovator, you’ll help create resources that bring joy to teaching and learning, connect with educators nationwide, and earn rewards along the way.
As a Scholastic Innovator, you will:
Codesign Education Solutions
Play an active role in the product development process from discovery and design to testing.
Collaborate
Collaborate with other inspiring educators and leaders from across the country, as well as directly with Scholastic team members.
Get Compensated
Get compensated with gift cards, classroom libraries, professional books, and more.
Get Exclusive Access
Access Scholastic resources, newsletter updates, and exclusive swag.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to the Innovation Lab?
Educators and administrators currently working with students in Grades PreK–12 are welcome to apply. General classroom teachers, interventionists, specialists, administrators, and principals spanning all subjects are qualified candidates. Parents and guardians of children in Grades PreK–12 are also encouraged to apply.
How do I find out if I’ve been accepted to the Lab? What should I do next?
Keep an eye on your inbox. If you’re accepted, we’ll email you and ask you to sign and return a release form. You will begin to receive our newsletters, and when your grade level or subject area matches a research opportunity, you will receive an invite to either take a survey or participate in a study.
What is the time commitment of being a member of the Innovation Lab?
It’s up to your capacity and bandwidth! We would love for you to participate as much as possible, but understand that you have busy schedules. We will send you relevant codesign opportunities that could vary from brief 5 minute surveys to interviews or workshops that can range from 30 to 90 minutes. It is completely your choice as to whether you want to participate or not. Your participation in one study will not affect the potential for participation in future studies.
What types of research opportunities are there?
Some examples include individual interviews, providing feedback on a new prototype, group codesign workshops, responding to a survey, having your students participate in research, and more. The type of opportunities changes with each project, so keep an eye out for emails from us that will update you on our current projects.
I know other amazing educators who would be a great addition to the Innovation Lab — how can they join the community?
We are always looking for new members to provide their unique perspectives. Share the Innovation Lab website with them and tell them to note you as a referral in their application.
Need Additional Support?
Send your questions to the Innovation Lab team at innovationlab@scholastic.com.
