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Mrs. Williams from Monroe City, MO is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reading and Refreshments

Help me give my students snacks to keep them full and focused while in the library.

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Full bellies lead to engaged minds. Many students need snacks to remain focused and energized throughout the entire school day. Providing snacks in the library can create a welcoming and engaging environment that encourages students to spend more time visiting, reading, and learning. Offering snacks helps to create a relaxed atmosphere, making libraries feel more inviting and less intimidating, especially for readers who might find reading daunting. Snacks can also fuel creativity, focus, and energy, helping readers to concentrate better and enjoy their time in the library without distractions.

For students, snacks can serve as a great motivator, making studying or reading a more pleasant experience and drawing them in to a place they might not otherwise frequent.

Students will be more successful at school when they are able to focus more on learning and not hunger. A lack of proper nutrition can lead to sluggishness, irritability, and difficulty concentrating, which ultimately affects academic performance. In essence, providing snacks in the library supports both the intellectual and physical well-being of library visitors, making it a more enjoyable and productive place to learn.

Mrs. Williams Monroe City High School Grades 9-12

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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

280 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Jack Link's Beef Jerky, Teriyaki, Multipack Bags Flavorful Meat Snacks for Lunches, Ready to Eat Protein Snacks, Individual Packs - 7g of Protein, Made with 100% Beef 0.625 oz (Pack of 20) • Amazon Business $29.68 1 $29.68
Gardetto's Snack Mix, Original Recipe, Single Serve Bags Multipack, 10 Ct, 17.5 oz • Amazon Business $5.97 4 $23.88
Nature Valley Wafer Bars, Peanut Butter Chocolate, 5 Bars, 6.5 OZ (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $21.00 1 $21.00
Black Forest, Stretch Island, Fruit Strips, Cherry, Apple, Raspberry, Grape, Strawberry, and Apricot, Zero Grams Added Sugar Non-GMO, 48 ct • Amazon Business $19.19 1 $19.19
Quaker Chewy Granola Bars, Chocolate Chip, 58 Count - Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $15.97 1 $15.97
Keebler Sandwich Crackers, Single Serve Snack Crackers, Lunch Snacks, Variety Pack (45 Packs) • Amazon Business $15.29 1 $15.29
Kellogg's Rice Krispies Treats, Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Original, School Lunch Snack, 41.9oz Case (54 Count) • Amazon Business $14.84 1 $14.84
Nature Valley Sweet and Salty Granola Bars, Peanut, 30 Bars, 36 OZ • Amazon Business $14.54 1 $14.54
Slim Jim Smoked Meat Sticks, Original Flavor, 6g Protein Per Serving, Snack Size, 0.28 oz. (46 Count) • Amazon Business $12.17 1 $12.17

Materials cost

$166.56

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$199.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$35.13

Total project goal

$234.19

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 $234.19

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