For 50 years, Hertz Furniture has been THE source for classroom furniture. Speak to a furniture expert now: 800-526-4677
Since 1966, Hertz Furniture has provided quality furniture at affordable prices. We began as a mail-order company serving the religious, educational, and corporate markets. In 2003, we launched the highly-acclaimed Academia Furniture Industries. Hertz Furniture currently maintains an informational and e-commerce website, a robust sales staff in key locations nationwide, and a Government Contracts
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12/14/2022
Bishop Verot High School had a wish: perfect seating for their new space.
Enter Hertz Furniture with incredible pocket seating.
We love how we were able to work with the school's logo to show off their team spirit! 👏
See out how great your space can look >>
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12/13/2022
Looking for ways to make learning more adaptable, accessible, and interactive for students?!
shares how to do so with 13 technologically savvy trends you should be looking out for in the upcoming year >>
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Top 13 Education Trends in 2023 To Look Out For Technology is disrupting the Edtech industry. Here are the top education trends that you will see in the year 2023.
12/12/2022
Looking to bridge the generational gap, calm a child down, or teach a young one to read?
Music may be the key to success 🔑
In fact, research shows that singing cultivates relationships, helps in the early development of reading and writing, and leads to better executive functioning.
To learn more about the benefits of music and how its valuable assets have led to the creation of the Sing Around The World series, check out this article via here: https://www.waterford.org/education/sing-around-the-world/
Waterford.org | Early Learning Software Partner with a nonprofit research center dedicated to creating the best personalized reading, math, and science curriculum for early learners
12/11/2022
Looking to add a STEM/STEAM learning table to your classroom?
We have everything you're looking for!
🧪️ Personal Accommodations (two detachable whiteboard panels)
🧪️ Accessible Storage
🧪️ Smart Design
🧪️ Perfect Fit
🧪️ Mobility
This learning table is going to offer your students endless opportunities for STEM fun and learning! 🔬🧫️👩🔬
Take a look here >>
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12/06/2022
Titan Lab Stools are virtually Indestructible 💪💪
Their 14-gauge steel tubing makes them extremely durable, yet they're built for comfort and glide smoothly over lab floors for easy access.
A good lab stool isn't to be taken for granted!
Look at the wide range we offer >> https://bit.ly/3ineMme
12/05/2022
Ever hear someone say that they're great at math but can't make heads or tales of grammar rules... or vise versa?
Well then, this might come as a surprise to you.
Basic math principles can help students understand grammar 🧮️
Not falling for it?
Read Education World's take on this and then tell us if you've experienced this with your students >>
https://www.educationworld.com/teachers/how-basic-math-principles-can-help-students-understand-grammar
How Basic Math Principles Can Help Students Understand Grammar | Education World Both languages and mathematics follow a set of rules and patterns. Students often see the correlation between math and grammar when presented in a new or unique way.
12/01/2022
Were you or your child scared of math at a young age? If so, you’re not alone.
In fact, researchers have observed that math anxiety can begin as young as 6 years old!
Thankfully, there are strategies to help overcome this fear and in this EdSurge article, Sian Beilock, President of Barnard College, shares them with you .
Check it out here >>
https://www.edsurge.com/news/2022-11-09-how-to-help-kids-overcome-their-fear-of-math-according-to-a-brain-scientist
How to Help Kids Overcome Their Fear of Math, According to a Brain Scientist - EdSurge News For all that education has changed in recent times—from the disappearance of cursive lessons to the rise of computer science in classrooms to ...
11/30/2022
Ormondale Elementary school needed a flexible classroom and we were up to the task 💪
The classroom needed to include both collaborative setups and standard straight rows of desks.
We had the perfect solution: Academia Furniture's Petal Junior Collaborative Student Desks!
These desks can go from collaboration to standard, and can even be arranged into one big circle.
Find them here >>
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11/29/2022
Behind a child’s educational development is a science of learning principles and building blocks that can help a student not only learn at the moment but prepare for lifelong academic success.
In this article, Waterford.org shares two instructional frameworks for understanding these structures relating to the science of reading.
Have you tried either of these strategies?
Click here to read >>
https://bit.ly/3Vx7V8k
The Science of Reading: How to Understand and Apply the Basics - Waterford.org Learn about the brain science behind how children learn to read, along with tips for teaching students based on the science of reading.
11/28/2022
The Nimbus collaborative school tables have an inventive shape that allows students to enjoy their personal workspace while group learning.
ELO Collaborative School Tables from WB Manufacturing come in a funky array of shapes and vibrant laminate hues. 🌈
Create a unique appeal every time you rearrange your space!
Find them here >>
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11/27/2022
Bring fun-shaped Joy Carpets Greenspace rugs into the classroom for added comfort and style!
The vibrant and versatile artificial grass rugs can be used anywhere, AND they're made with eco-friendly materials that look and feel comfortable.
Take a peek at the different shapes and sizes >>
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Gather round, kids.
We've got a success story for you!
The Spiral Learning Commons Seating we set up for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School is the perfect space for class story time, study time, collaboration, or solo reading hour.
Mediatechnologies spiral tables, stools, and cushion seating make the perfect combination for ultimate learning.
Find them here >>
https://bit.ly/3Iv6EJH
Happy Thanksgiving from the Hertz Furniture Family! 🌾🦃
We're so grateful for the family we surround ourselves with our employees, customers, partners, schools, and teachers -- who are the heart of our business ❤️️🙏
11/23/2022
Looking to "break the reading code" with your elementary students?
Try adding phonics to your teaching agenda!
Phonics helps students to match letters and letter-sounds, an important skill for literacy development.
Here are some strategies and resources for you to begin from Waterford.org >>
https://bit.ly/3EOuxLH
How to Teach Phonics and Decoding Skills to Elementary Students - Waterford.org Discover the importance of phonics skills for literacy development, along with helpful strategies for teaching elementary students.
Take a look at these kool chairs 😎
Nope, that wasn't a typo!
KFI Studios Kool Chairs are not only great looking, but they're comfortable, sturdy, easy to clean, and made from eco-friendly materials.
How much cooler could you get?
There are so many colors and styles to choose from here >>
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11/21/2022
Congratulations to Johnna Schroeder, Project Designer at Hertz Furniture!
Johnna has been elected to the board of directors of the South Texas Chapter of the Association for Learning Environments for the third year in a row.
Hertz Furniture is proud to be an annual a sponsor of the Association for Learning Environments, a non-profit association whose mission is to drive the evolution of learning environments.
To another year of successes and achievements with this great association 👏🥂
11/18/2022
Ready to save energy, manage waste, and repurpose materials for crafts? ♻️
An energy-efficient classroom helps students embody and understand sustainable practices and why they matter.
Struggling to be more sustainable in the classroom?
Teach Starter USA can help with this list of 45 sustainable practices for the environmentally friendly classroom.
We love how creative ad crafty these ideas are! >>
https://bit.ly/3gaorMa
45 Sustainable Practices for the Environmentally Friendly Classroom Get sustainable practices buzzing at your school with our 45 tips and tricks for an environmentally friendly classroom!
11/17/2022
Who doesn't love curling up with a good book in a cozy reading nook? 📚
Take a look at the library we put together for Spaulding High School in Rochester, NH.
Academia Furniture's soft seating provides comfort, while the tables are all powered for students to plug in and study in the quiet surroundings.
Looking to upgrade your school library?
Speak to one of our experts about our library series >>
https://bit.ly/3VF5Wzp
11/16/2022
We value our relationships with our vendors, and it's a good day when we get the opportunity to get to know them and their products a little better!
Hertz Furniture's Quality Control Manager, Lea Davidson, led a group of sales assistants, project coordinators, and customer service reps on a visit and tour of Academia Furniture.
They got familiar with the latest furniture for 2023 and spent time with their peers to ensure the coming buying season goes as smoothly as ever for our customers.
Thanks for making the time to get to know the furniture we sell from up close and personal!
Giovanna Torres, Tiffany Dunham, Karen Gandet, Donna Linfante, Jessica Donovan, Doreen Tamburri, Claudia Farias Jess Gagnon, Rachel Seidman.
11/15/2022
Congrats to our winners!
Two worthy teachers won an ErgoErgo active sitting stool in this year's Back to School Giveaway:
🏆 Emily Ann Crouch
🏆 Carissa Warren
We're so glad we get to show our love and appreciation for teachers in small ways. 🤗
Keep an eye out for more giveaways 👀👀
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11/14/2022
Happy American Education Week!
This year the theme is Together for Safe, Just & Equitable Schools 👍
We're so grateful for all the extraordinary people who work in our schools: the teachers, administrators, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, and more 👨🏫🏫🚌
11/13/2022
"I've always thought games were good models for everything—how to learn, but also how to be."
Arana Shapiro, Managing Director and Chief Learning Officer at Games for Change, is working to bring game-based instruction into schools.
In this interview, she talks about the challenges and perks of bringing games into the classroom and why she's such a vocal proponent of gaming in the classroom.
Read the interview EdSurge and share your thoughts with us! >>
https://bit.ly/3hF43mK
A Serious Look at Game-Based Learning - EdSurge News “I've always thought games were good models for everything—how to learn, but also how to be,” says Arana Shapiro.She has dedicated much of her career ...
11/09/2022
It's more important than ever to support new teachers!
The best way to do that, according to Samantha Shane of Edutopia?
Teacher leadership.
Not only does teacher leadership/mentorship lead to higher successes for new teachers, but research shows that it's even linked to higher student achievement.
Read the 3 keys to creating a successful environment for new teachers >>
https://edut.to/3tg3C57
Setting New Teachers Up for Success Under the guidance of classroom veterans, new teachers learn the job quicker and improve their practice.
11/08/2022
Happy National STEM/STEAM Day!
We know it to be true: kids thrive in and outside of school with strong science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics skills.
Find fun and engaging ways to incorporate STEM learning into your classroom at any age!
We have some incredible products that will facilitate and inspire your makerspace, STEM classroom or science center >>
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11/07/2022
Searching for a great reading list for your students?
Look no further!
From topics about Fall to Thanksgiving, here are Firstieland's book recommendations for the month of November >>
https://bit.ly/3Uw7fPZ
25 Outstanding November Picture Books Kids Will Love - Firstieland These favorite November picture books are the best read alouds about turkeys, first Thanksgiving, hibernation, fall, animals & gratitude. A great book list.
11/06/2022
Teacher Appreciation Giveaway winner!! 🥳️
Thank you, Jennifer Valliere, for sharing such heart-warming pictures of your students using the Squircle Active Stool & Surge Standing Desk from Academia Furniture.
Favorite part of our jobs? We thinks so!
Follow Hertz Furniture for more giveaways and to find the best classroom furniture for your students and you!
11/03/2022
It's no secret that a lot of teachers are looking for ways to create a fresh start for themselves and their classrooms.
Now's the time to do it!
Teach Starter has some good suggestions with step-by-step instructions by category, such as classroom organization/management and even self-care! >>
https://bit.ly/3FsxVNa
A teachers guide to making a fresh start in the classroom. Teach Starter The start of a new term is the perfect time to make a fresh start. Identify your pain points, find a solution and make positive change to benefit everyone.
You won't break the bank with this Apollo II Multi-Function Mid Back chair!
The Eurotech Seating Apollo Chair has a thorough ergonomic design that gives proper support and comfort all day.
Don't compromise on your comfort and health. 💆
Order now >>
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10/31/2022
Storing your materials in an old storage unit that's falling apart?
Time for an upgrade!
Marco Group storage carts are not only mobile and durable, but they're also made from eco-friendly materials. ♻️
They took your run-of-the-mill storage carts to the next level and we've got quite the selection to choose from >>
https://bit.ly/3UrpNRx
10/30/2022
The holiday season is getting closer...
So, we turned to the Teaching Expertise blog to see what they had in mind for fun holiday activities.
We hit the jackpot!
Check out these 33 middle school STEM activities for the holiday season...
just watch out for flying marshmallows! >>
https://bit.ly/3gRhfES
10/27/2022
“My school did not drive me out of education. My students did not drive me out of education” -- math teacher Justin Aion.
Then, what DID drive him to leave his chosen profession?
👉👉 Overwhelming, deep systemic flaws in the system. 👈👈
In this EdSurge thought piece, Aion and other teachers relay why going "back to normal" is so frustrating for many teachers because "normal" wasn't that great to begin with.
Do you see flaws in our education system?
Are they big enough to make you think about leaving the classroom?
Share with us in the comments >>
https://bit.ly/3S6IQPF
Why Some Teachers Don't Want to Go ‘Back to Normal’ - EdSurge News
10/26/2022
How can teachers foster a space that students won't want to leave?
Students need to feel a sense of belonging, so perhaps creating a in the classroom is the solution?
Read some suggestions via Edutopia >>
https://edut.to/3LNVSQa
How to Keep Students From Bolting Out of Class Sometimes elementary students just up and leave the classroom, but fostering a nurturing space can help convince them to stay.
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