"Mental Health Resources for Improved Attendance"

Funded Oct 18, 2024

Thank you for generously donating to my classroom activity. My students cheered with gratitude when they discovered the project was fully funded. Even though they are high school students, they are still kids at heart, learning that people care about them and want to see them succeed and become productive, successful members of society.

Often, students come in late to school and spend the entire day asking for snacks. With this project, we wanted to ensure that during the mental health group sessions, we could provide snacks for students who stop by the counselor's office for their weekly meetings and counseling sessions. Nutrition is the cornerstone of the classroom, as students need to have full bellies before they can fully engage in their group sessions. We noticed that providing snacks increased their engagement and participation during the group sessions.

As we move forward, it is clear that addressing students' basic needs, such as nourishment, plays a key role in supporting their mental health and academic success. Your support has made a tangible difference, and we are excited to continue fostering a positive, supportive environment where students feel valued and empowered. Together, we are helping them build a strong foundation for their future, one step at a time.”

With gratitude,

Mr. Garcia