School Spirit, Reimagined.

Welcome to Room 1021: School Spirit Apparel That Looks Good & Makes a Difference

Class Is In Session

Hi! I'm Anna, a public school teacher in Des Moines, and I genuinely love what I do. The early mornings, the organized chaos, the moments when something finally clicks for a student. It’s a calling.

But for years, I struggled to find teacher apparel that actually felt like me. Most of what I saw leaned heavily into glitter fonts, oversized apples, and boxy cuts that didn’t reflect the pride I felt in my work.

I wanted cute teacher outfits for school that I’d actually want to wear (and enjoy wearing). Something a little nostalgic. Teacher shirts and apparel I could wear outside the classroom without feeling like I was still standing in front of a whiteboard. When I couldn’t find it, I decided to create it.

Built After the Bell

WHERE IT ALL STARTED

Room 1021 began during maternity leave in 2021, when life felt slower and somehow clearer at the same time. I kept coming back to one thought: School spirit deserved better. Teachers deserve better. So, I started designing vintage-inspired teacher apparel that felt timeless and intentional, not trendy for one semester and forgotten the next.

All teacher graphic tees are designed and printed right here in Des Moines, Iowa. My dad learned how to screen print in retirement so he could help me bring these designs to life. My husband joins me at local farmers markets. My parents watch my kids while I pack orders. This isn’t mass-produced merch shipped from somewhere unknown. It’s a family-run, teacher owned small business that’s built with care and run like only a teacher knows how.

For Teachers Who Get It..

THIS ONE'S FOR YOU.

Room 1021 is for the teachers who stay late to finish grading, who spend their own money on classroom supplies, and who show up every day because it matters. It’s for school staff, parents, and community members who want school spirit apparel that feels personal, not generic.