As an ADST teacher it is imperative to have adequate funding for your program.  Funding can come from many sources within your school, district and community.

School: Every school has a budget for program.  Replacement budget, Parent Advisory Council (PAC), learning resources, resale account,

District: Replacement, maintenance,

Community: Donations of materials (mills, welding shops, etc)

Grants: Computers for schools, Construction Association (Skills Exploration Kits)