Anthropic, the AI safety and research company valued at $965 billion as of May 2026, has launched Claude for Teachers, a free platform offering advanced AI tools tailored to support U.S.-based K-12 educators. Verified teachers can access premium AI capabilities, evidence-based teaching resources, and lesson-planning tools aligned with state standards. The platform connects to Learning Commons, a repository of academic standards and learning competencies for all 50 states, and offers integrations with platforms including ASSISTments, Coteach, Canva Education, Brisk Teaching, and Snorkl. According to Anthropic, none of the data provided to Claude for Teachers will be used for AI model training, ensuring compliance with K-12 privacy standards like FERPA. The launch is part of Anthropic’s growing focus on education, supported by its partnership with the Gates Foundation, and the company is piloting Claude for Teachers in Detroit Public Schools. Anthropic raised $65 billion in May 2026 at a $965 billion valuation. Educators can sign up with free access available through June 30, 2027.