Fun with Purchasing: April 2026 DER Portal News
DER Ordering PORTAL IS OPEN
The Portal is OPEN!
Have you started adding items to your MISBO cart? It is officially in the 2026-2027 order season and we've got some amazing new products and partners for you!
Just a reminder: you can order Digital Educational Resource products at any time for the 2026-2027 school year and we won't send you the invoice until July!
Check out our new partners!
MEET OUR NEWEST DER PARTNERs
Drone Launch Learning, LLC
Drone Launch Learning provides industry-aligned drone curriculum for high schools, career and technical education (CTE), and JROTC programs. Our courses teach students the fundamentals of drone technology, flight operations, and real-world applications while preparing them for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certification. Designed by experienced educators and drone industry professionals, the curriculum includes engaging videos, hands-on activities, assessments, and teacher resources that make implementation easy in the classroom. Schools use Drone Launch Learning to introduce students to high-demand careers in aviation, engineering, construction, mapping, public safety, and other rapidly growing drone-enabled industries.
Explore Learning, LLC
LAZEL, Inc. (previously ExploreLearning, LLC and Learning A-Z, LLC) offers online literacy, math, and science instructional solutions for grades K–12 along with accompanying implementation and professional development.
MISBO PARTNER HIGHLIGHTs
Drone Launch Learning, LLC
Drone Launch Learning is one of MISBO’s newest partners, and we’re excited to share this opportunity with you.
You can explore the full catalog of courses and watch an overview video using the links below. Drone Launch Learning is available for purchase through the DER portal, or, if you’d like to try it first, you can sign up using the trial link provided.
Overview of all the Drone Launch Learning Courses
Username: sample@dronecurriculumsample.com
Password: Dronelaunchsample1!
PebbleGo by Capstone
Lexia Learning LLC
Discovery Education
Creating high-quality, customized assessments just got easier!
With AI TeacherTools | Assess in Discovery Education Experience, you can build formative and instructional assessments in seconds—tailored by state standards, Bloom’s Taxonomy, reading level, and more—all using Experience’s trusted, vetted content.
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- Customize with standards alignment, question types, and differentiation tools.
- Spot student misconceptions with distractor rationales.
- Seamlessly export to Google Classroom, Canvas, Schoology, and more!
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Demco
What’s one of the most powerful factors in a learning environment that often goes unnoticed? Sound. This insightful article explores how classroom acoustics act as a “silent partner” in student success—impacting everything from comprehension to teacher well-being. Discover why excessive noise can cause students to miss up to 25% of instruction and how simple, flexible solutions can transform classrooms and libraries into calmer, more focused spaces for learning.
If you’re thinking about learning space design, this is a must-read on how small changes can make a big impact.
TrekAI
TrekAI is one platform built for both teachers and students, creating a connected learning environment where student insights directly inform instruction. Watch this on-demand video to see how improved teaching effectiveness leads to stronger student success—all within a safe, guided AI platform designed for schools.
Mackin
April Mackin Community Newsletter
Stay up to date with the latest from Mackin in this month’s newsletter, packed with fresh ideas, curated book lists, and new resources designed to support your school community. From exciting new titles and publisher highlights to updates on digital tools and services, this issue offers practical inspiration for librarians, educators, and curriculum leaders alike.
Whether you’re building collections or enhancing student engagement, you’ll find valuable insights and ready-to-use resources throughout.
Rosen Digital
Special Offer from Rosen Digital!
For a limited time, receive 15 months of Rosen Digital access for the price of 12 — that’s 2 months FREE.
Deliver trusted, high-quality digital content to your students and educators while maximizing your budget. Don’t miss this opportunity to extend access and increase value at no additional cost.
FUN WITH PURCHASING BLOG BY SUSAN
Not All ‘Great Deals’ Are Actually Great. Choose your Vendors Wisely
by Susan Kimmel
If only choosing vendors were as simple as picking the lowest price or going with “the one we’ve always used.” (If only.) In reality, vendor selection in independent schools is a balancing act of cost, quality, service, relationships, and yes… ethics. And when done well, it doesn’t just save money, it supports your school’s mission.
Coffee Talks - register now!
Coffee Talks Registration Is Now Open!
Coffee Talk sessions with our incredible MISBO DER Partners are officially open for registration. These 30-minute sessions are designed to quickly introduce you to our partners and their tools—making it easy to refresh your library offerings without a big time commitment. Sign up for one or attend them all… your coffee might still be warm when you’re done.
See the Full Line Up and Register Here
Catch Up on Previous Coffee Talk Webinars Here
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