Fun with Purchasing: May 2026 DER Portal News

May 21, 2026

Posted By: Amy McClellan in Digital Ed Resources, Fun With Purchasing,

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!

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MISBO PARTNER HIGHLIGHTs

Third Iron, LLC

All Third Iron orders placed through May 2026 get an additional 10% off!

In celebration of:

Now live NoodleTools integrations with LibKey Nomad and BrowZine
New LibKey Nomad AI Suite
- Download Library’s Full Text directly from ChatGPT, Claude.ai, Copilot, and Gemini
- AI Policy messages that appear directly on any designated AI services
- Native AI Integrations with popular new services like Consensus

Email Amy McClellan to Secure this Discount!

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

Watch the Overview Video

Trial Site Link

Username: sample@dronecurriculumsample.com
Password: Dronelaunchsample1!

PebbleGo by Capstone

Discover what’s new with PebbleGo! From expanded biographies and social studies content to exciting new Playground mini-modules, PebbleGo continues to inspire curious learners with engaging, cross-curricular resources. Plus, explore helpful admin tools, updated content maps, and new ways to support student discovery for the 2026–2027 school year.

Lexia Learning LLC

Leadership Roundtable: Leading Literacy Together
District leaders are under pressure to make defensible, measurable literacy decisions. This 45-minute virtual roundtable invites you into the conversation—a peer-led discussion where leaders share, question, and learn from one another. No slides. No sales agenda. Just real dialogue grounded in data.

I'm Interested

Demco

Big ideas don’t need big budgets. Discover practical, cost-effective strategies for refreshing classrooms, libraries, and learning spaces without sacrificing impact. From smart planning tips to flexible design solutions, this article shares expert advice for making every dollar count.

TrekAI

Curious about practical AI tools for your school? MISBO partner TrekAI is offering member schools a complimentary 30-day demo trial. Schools that sign up will receive demo access, resources, and support from the TrekAI team—with the option for a customized walkthrough if desired.

Click Here for the Demo Request Form

Mackin

May Mackin Community Newsletter

From inspiring author conversations to makerspace ideas and classroom resources, the latest Mackin Community Digest is packed with fresh content for educators and librarians. Explore interviews with Jason Reynolds and Markus Zusak, discover new program ideas, and stay up to date on tools, titles, and trends shaping learning communities.

See Mackin's May Digest

FUN WITH PURCHASING BLOG BY SUSAN

The Ultimate Summer Survival Guide

by Susan Kimmel

Summer on campus might mean quieter hallways and fewer buses in the drop-off line, but for MISBO members, it’s anything but slow. It’s the season of behind-the-scenes magic, where facilities get refreshed, systems get upgraded, budgets get buttoned up, and plans for the year ahead start taking shape. That’s why we’ve gathered insights from our trusted Consortium Partners to create your ultimate Summer Survival Guide, packed with practical checklists, smart strategies, and a few ideas you may not have thought of (yet). Whether you’re fine-tuning operations, tackling big projects, or simply trying to stay one step ahead, consider this your go-to resource for making the most of the summer stretch.

Catch Up on the Coffee Talks You Missed!

Coffee Talk sessions with our incredible MISBO DER Partners are now available on demand! These quick, 30-minute sessions offer an easy way to explore partner tools and discover fresh ideas for your library offerings—all on your own schedule. Watch one or binge them all… your coffee might still be warm when you’re done.

Catch Up on Previous Coffee Talk Webinars Here