FAQ — The Classroom Vault
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions.

A program that lasts over a decade naturally comes with questions. Here are the ones we hear most — answered in plain language.

The Basics

A complete, turnkey time capsule program for K–4 classrooms. For $250 per classroom, we provide a physical capsule, a ready-to-teach lesson plan, secure climate-controlled storage, and senior-year delivery coordination. Students create the capsule in elementary school and receive it back as high school seniors.

It depends on grade level — a kindergarten class for about 12–13 years, a 4th-grade class for about 8–9 years. The full storage term is included in the $250 fee regardless of duration.

Yes. The lesson plan includes grade-level modifications. Younger students focus on drawing and simple self-expression; 3rd and 4th graders engage in more written reflection. Every grade gets an age-appropriate experience.

The Program & Lesson

About one to two class periods. The kit arrives with everything needed — lesson plan, activity pages, and instructions — with no advance prep required.

An "About Me" page, a letter to their future self, a drawing of their favorite things, a class photo, and a signature page. An optional small keepsake from home can also be included.

Yes — optionally. Our Parent Inclusion Kit add-on ($25) gives every family a take-home packet to add a personal letter or keepsake to their child's section.

Storage & Delivery

Yes — capsules are kept in a temperature- and humidity-controlled environment to protect paper, photos, and keepsakes over the full term.

That's completely fine and very common. Provide your best guess at reservation; you can update it anytime. We recommend reviewing records when students reach 7th or 8th grade.

We plan for this. Our records include district-level contacts so we can redirect delivery to the appropriate successor institution. We recommend listing your district office as a permanent backup contact.

We contact the destination high school about 12–18 months before senior year, coordinate a delivery date, ship securely, and include an opening ceremony guide. The school decides how to facilitate the opening.

Pricing & Payment

Yes. It covers the capsule, lesson plan, storage for the full term, recordkeeping, and senior-year delivery coordination. No annual storage fees, delivery surcharges, or hidden charges.

Major credit and debit cards online. For purchase orders or checks, contact us after completing your reservation.

Yes — we can issue a formal invoice for reimbursement upon request following your reservation.

Full refund if you cancel before the kit ships. Once shipped, the fee is non-refundable. Full details are in our Terms & Conditions.

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