Snacks for Social Emotional Support

Funded Sep 25, 2024

I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation of snacks for our Social Emotional Learning (SEL) sessions. Your contribution has made a remarkable difference in our students' engagement and participation in these vital learning experiences.

The snacks have become an integral part of our SEL sessions, creating an inviting and comfortable atmosphere that encourages regular attendance. When the students first learned about the snacks, their eyes lit up with excitement – it was wonderful to see how something as simple as a healthy snack could generate such enthusiasm for learning. This small gesture has helped transform our optional SEL sessions into a highly anticipated part of their routine.

I'd like to share a particularly meaningful moment from our recent stress management session. During this session, we practiced mindful eating with the provided snacks, teaching students to focus on the present moment while enjoying their treats. One student remarked, "I never knew eating could be so peaceful!" This simple exercise helped demonstrate how mindfulness can be incorporated into daily activities, making stress management techniques more accessible and relatable for our students.

The resources you've provided have been instrumental in creating a safe and nurturing environment where students feel comfortable exploring their emotions and developing crucial life skills. We've integrated the snacks into various SEL activities, using them not just as refreshments but as tools for learning. For instance, we've used sharing snacks as an opportunity to practice gratitude and develop social skills, turning simple interactions into valuable learning moments.

Looking ahead, we are excited to continue our SEL journey with a focus on self-awareness. We plan to use these resources to support activities that help students identify their emotions, recognize their strengths, and develop a growth mindset. Your donation will continue to play a vital role in maintaining student engagement and creating positive associations with emotional learning.

Your generosity has truly made a difference in our students' SEL experience, and we are deeply grateful for your support in nurturing their emotional well-being.”

With gratitude,

Ms. Martinez-Stendardo