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Mrs. Mckinney from Miami, FL is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Picking Up Better Habits

My students need healthy snacks to replace the junk food they consume.

  • $310 goal

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My Students

"Where we start is not where we will finish," is the perfect statement to describe my students. They are often thought of as trouble-makers; however, my students are bright and want to learn. We work hard to dispel that stereotype.

The students in my class are economically challenged.

Despite this set back, I have seen some students come in below grade-level and leave scholars. However, it took a lot of work on their part. My school is in an inner city neighborhood and there are many who believe the only way out is through sports but I say NO.

My Project

There are many bad eating habits that my students have picked up over the years. They eat chips and soda for breakfast. Salty, spicy, fried food are purchased before school. Students buy and drink Gatorade without athletic activities to avoid drinking water all throughout the day and candy is considered an afternoon snack.

However, the best way to get rid of on bad habit is to put up a better one.

I am asking for a mini-fridge and healthier beverage options and snack for my students. I believe when they know better they WILL make better food choice. For example, drinking coconut water which is great for hydration without artificial colors or sweeteners. My students will see that granola bars with whole grains are better than chocolate bars.

Mrs. Mckinney Miami Central Senior High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

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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Miami, FL 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Insignia? - 1.7 Cu. Ft. Mini Fridge - Black • Best Buy Education $59.91 1 $59.91
KIND Bars, Cranberry Almond + Antioxidants, Gluten Free, 1.4 Ounce Bars, 12 Count • Amazon Business $13.47 2 $26.94
Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars Oats 'N Honey, 98-Count 1.49oz bars • Amazon Business $25.95 1 $25.95
Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars Variety Pack 49 pouches - 1.49 oz each (98 bars) • Amazon Business $22.76 1 $22.76
Apple & Eve 100% Apple Juice, 6.75 oz. 8 Count (Pack of 5) • Amazon Business $19.49 1 $19.49
Apple & Eve 100% Juice, Cranberry Raspberry, 40 Count • Amazon Business $19.49 1 $19.49
ZICO Natural Coconut Water,11.2 fl. oz. (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $14.10 1 $14.10
KIND Bars, Blueberry Vanilla & Cashew, Gluten Free, 1.4 Ounce Bars, 12 Count • Amazon Business $13.84 1 $13.84
KIND Bars, Dark Chocolate Cherry Cashew + Antioxidants, Gluten Free, 1.4 Ounce Bars, 12 Count • Amazon Business $13.52 1 $13.52
KIND Bars, Maple Glazed Pecan & Sea Salt, Gluten Free, 1.4 Ounce Bars, 12 Count • Amazon Business $13.37 1 $13.37

Materials cost

$229.37

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$262.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$46.38

Total project goal

$309.19

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $309.19

2 Donors

-$154.60

Donations toward project cost

-$131.41

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.19

match offer

-$154.59

Match offer toward project cost

-$131.40

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.19

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 $0.00

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