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Teacher Elder from Camden, NJ is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Long Day Good Snacks

Help me give my students snacks to help them get through a long day of school.

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

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Providing snacks in the classroom can have a significant positive impact on students' mental health and academic performance. First, having access to healthy snacks helps maintain students’ energy levels throughout the school day. When students are hungry, it can be difficult for them to focus or engage in lessons, leading to frustration and distraction. Offering snacks helps keep blood sugar levels stable, preventing the lethargy that often comes with hunger and ensuring that students stay alert and ready to learn.

Additionally, the act of providing snacks in the classroom fosters a sense of care and support, which can boost students' emotional well-being.

When students feel that their basic needs are being met, they are more likely to feel secure and valued, which can reduce stress and anxiety. This sense of emotional safety creates an environment conducive to learning, as students are more likely to take academic risks and participate in classroom activities when they feel emotionally supported.

Snacks also play a role in developing healthy eating habits, as students may learn the importance of fueling their bodies with nutritious foods. A classroom that regularly provides snacks can serve as an opportunity for teaching about balanced diets and healthy choices, which can contribute to students' overall well-being both inside and outside of school.

In conclusion, providing snacks in the classroom can enhance students’ mental health by reducing hunger-related stress and promoting focus, while also improving their academic performance by ensuring they have the energy and support they need to succeed.

Teacher Elder Eastside High School Grades 9-12

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At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

80 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
KIND Healthy Grains Bars, Variety Pack, Dark Chocolate Chunk, Oats & Honey, Peanut Butter Snacks, Gluten Free, 45 Count • Amazon Business $26.23 2 $52.46
Snyder's of Hanover, Variety Pack Pretzels, Individual Packs, 4 Flavors, 36 Ct (Pack of 36) • Amazon Business $28.55 1 $28.55
Frito Lay Baked & Popped Mix Variety Pack, (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $21.86 1 $21.86
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit, Bulk Pack, Individual Single Serve Bags, 0.8 oz (Pack of 40) • Amazon Business $6.59 1 $6.59

Materials cost

$109.46

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$141.10

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$24.90

Total project goal

$166.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $166.00

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 $166.00

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