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Ms. Nishioka from Honolulu, HI is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Feed My Students’ Bodies and Minds!

Help me give my students snacks to fill their tummies and increase classroom engagement.

  • 2 donors
  • $180 goal

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My Project

As an ELA teacher in a Title I middle school serving a high percentage of English Language Learners, I am requesting snack donations to support student engagement and well-being. My students come from diverse backgrounds and often face challenges that impact their ability to focus and thrive in the classroom.

Snacks serve multiple purposes in the classroom.

Firstly, they act as powerful motivators- small snacks can be used as prizes for participation, effort, and academic achievement, fostering a positive learning environment and encouraging active engagement. Secondly, many of my students experience food insecurity, and a simple snack can alleviate hunger, allowing them to better concentrate on their work. This is particularly crucial for ELLs who require sustained focus to process and acquire new language skills. Finally, providing snacks can create a sense of community and care within the classroom, demonstrating that their well-being is valued.

These snacks will directly impact the learning of my students, fostering a more engaging and supportive classroom environment. By addressing their basic needs and providing positive reinforcement, we can help them reach their full potential.

Thank you for considering my request!

Ms. Nishioka King David Kalakaua Middle School Grades 6-8

More about Ms. Nishioka

Honolulu, HI View local requests

More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

130 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Hot Chips Snacks Variety Pack for Adults - Fiery Spicy Snack Bag Care Package - Gift Box Bulk Assortment (30 pack) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Ultimate Variety Sampler Care Package - Gift Package, Snacks, Chips, Cookies, Bars, Candies, Nuts Gift Box, Great for HALLOWEEN, Christmas, Thanks Giving, Office Meetings ,Friends & Family, Military,College Students (50 Count) • Amazon Business $35.97 1 $35.97
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks 0.8 oz. 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $11.99 2 $23.98
OREO Mini Mix Sandwich Cookies Variety Pack, 20 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $9.86 1 $9.86

Materials cost

$109.80

Vendor shipping charges

$6.00

Sales tax

$4.83

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$152.28

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.87

Total project goal

$179.15

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$179.15

2 Donors

-$154.53

Donations toward project cost

-$152.28

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$2.25

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$24.62

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$0.00

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