Snacks and Calming Tools for Thriving Students in Need
Help me give my students the items in my cart to address food insecurity and provide motivational snacks for attendance, while calming tools will support anxious students. With a tight budget, your support is crucial for our district.
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Our project, “Supporting Student Success: Snacks and Calm Tools for a Thriving School Environment,” is designed to address the critical needs of our students and create a more supportive, inclusive learning environment. As the District Social Worker for Central School District, I see firsthand the challenges our students face, including food insecurity and high levels of anxiety.
Many of our students arrive at school hungry, which affects their ability to concentrate and perform well academically.
The snacks included in this project are not just about providing immediate nourishment; they also serve as motivational tools to encourage better attendance and positive behavior. By offering these snacks, we can help alleviate hunger and create incentives that promote a more consistent and engaged school experience.
In addition to addressing hunger, this project aims to support students dealing with anxiety. The calming tools and comfort items in the cart are designed to help create a more nurturing and less stressful school environment. For students who struggle with anxiety, having access to these resources can make a significant difference in their ability to participate in class and feel secure at school.
What makes our students particularly special is their resilience and determination despite facing significant personal challenges. Many come from backgrounds where basic needs are not always met yet they show incredible potential and a desire to succeed. This project is about providing the essential support they need to thrive academically and emotionally.
Unfortunately, our district’s budget constraints limit our ability to address these needs comprehensively. This project will make a substantial impact by filling critical gaps in resources and demonstrating a commitment to the well-being and success of every student. Your support will help us make a meaningful difference in their lives. Thank you for considering this important initiative.
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
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack)
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$12.97
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Play-Doh Bulk Pack of 48 Cans, 6 Sets of 8 Modeling Compound Colors, 3oz, Back to School Gifts & Prizes for Students & Classroom, Preschool Toys for Kids, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive)
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Color Noise Sound Machines with 10 Colors Night Light 25 Soothing Sounds and Sleep White Noise Machine 32 Volume Levels 5 Timers Adjustable Brightness Memory Function for Adults Kids Baby
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$22.39
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$22.39
LEGO Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696 Building Toy Set - Featuring Storage, Includes Train, Car, and a Tiger Figure, and Playset for Kids, Boys, and Girls Ages 4-99
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$21.42
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$21.42
Adult Coloring Books Super Set -- 10 Deluxe Coloring Books for Adults and Teens
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$19.91
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$19.91
Goldfish Cheddar Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, 1 oz On-the-Go Snack Packs, 20 Count Box
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100 DSM 5 Questions Every Social Worker Should Know
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$17.99
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$17.99
16 Bulk Coloring Books for Kids Ages 4-8 - Assortment Bundle Includes 16 Kids Coloring and Activity Books Bundle with Games, Puzzles, Mazes, and Stickers (No Duplicates)
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$17.97
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Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Snack Stacks, Lunch Snacks, Office and Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (27 Cups)
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$13.98
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$13.98
Anxiety Relief Coloring Book for Teens: Creativity to Find Calm
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$6.69
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2 Pack Feelings Wheel Aluminum Round Metal Mood Wheel Therapy Emotions, Mental Health Color Wheel Social Work Feelings Poster Sign for Office School Decor,12 Inch 6 Inch (Bright Colors)
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$12.99
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Crayola Crayons with Sharpener 64 Crayons/Box (52-0064)
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$4.31
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Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks 0.9 oz. 40 Packs/Box (PIM94068)
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$12.89
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$12.89
Mattel Games UNO Card Game for Family Night, Travel Game & Gift for Kids in a Collectible Storage Tin for 2-10 Players (Amazon Exclusive)
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Mindfulness Coloring Book For Adults: For Mindful People | Feel the Zen With Stress Relieving Designs Animals, Mandalas, Zentangle Nature Art
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Materials cost
$537.08
Vendor shipping charges
$4.81
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$8.06
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$579.95
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$102.34
Total project goal
$682.29
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$682.29
3 Donors
-$594.06
Donations toward project cost
-$579.95
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