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Mr. Lyonel C. Dugue 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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The Importance of Providing Healthy Snacks for Intellectual Growth

Help me give my students healthy snacks to feel fit and ready to go!

  • 2 donors
  • $168 goal

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Mr. Lyonel C. Dugue has another project! Donate to Halloween Costumes for Students to help his classroom.

$184 - complete this project and be a hero

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.

My Project

Providing students with healthy snacks is essential for their intellectual growth and overall well-being. Proper nutrition is directly linked to cognitive function, and by offering nutritious snacks, schools can enhance students’ ability to focus, learn, and perform academically. Foods rich in vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats provide the brain with the energy it needs to stay alert and process information effectively.

Research shows that a balanced diet, including healthy snacks, can help improve memory, attention span, and problem-solving skills.

For example, snacks like fruits, nuts, and whole grains are rich in essential nutrients that fuel the brain, promoting better concentration and clearer thinking. Without proper nourishment, students may experience fatigue, irritability, and difficulty staying engaged in class, all of which hinder their ability to succeed academically.

In addition to intellectual benefits, healthy snacks also contribute to long-term health by establishing good eating habits. Schools that prioritize nutritious snacks are setting students up for success, both in the classroom and in life. By focusing on providing wholesome options, schools can support not just academic performance, but also the overall health and well-being of their students.

Ultimately, healthy snacks play a crucial role in supporting a positive and productive learning environment, fostering intellectual growth, and helping students thrive academically and personally.

Mr. Lyonel C. Dugue Eastside High School Grades 9-12

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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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

60 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
KIND Healthy Grains Bars, Dark Chocolate Chunk, 1.2 Ounce,Gluten Free, 15 Count (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $33.56 2 $67.12
CLIF BAR - Variety Pack - 6 Flavors - Made with Organic Oats - Energy Bars - Non-GMO - Plant Based Protein Bars (16 Pack) • Amazon Business $21.63 2 $43.26

Materials cost

$110.38

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.66

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$142.04

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.07

Total project goal

$167.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $167.11

1 Donor

-$83.56

Donations toward project cost

-$71.03

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.53

match offer

-$83.54

Match offer toward project cost

-$71.01

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.53

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 $0.00

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