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Ms. Edwards from Charlotte, NC is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Career Readiness

Help me give my students that are in my middle school Career Readiness a refreshment. A snack can reduce hunger, improve focus, increase energy, and help students stay on task, participate, and learn more effectively during class.

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Ms. Edwards McClintock Middle School
Charlotte, NC Grades 6-8

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Career Readiness assignments help middle school students explore a variety of careers they may have never considered before. Through research projects, career interest surveys, guest speakers, and hands-on activities, students learn about different industries, job responsibilities, education requirements, and workplace skills. These experiences encourage students to think about their interests, strengths, and future goals while gaining a better understanding of the opportunities available to them.

By completing Career Readiness assignments and centers they will be in the students will then be able to make informed decisions about their future and begin setting goals for high school, college, or career pathways.

Exploring different careers helps students see the connection between what they learn in school and real-world opportunities. It also builds confidence, inspires motivation, and opens their eyes to career options that match their talents, passions, and dreams for the future.

Providing refreshments and drinks during these activities can help students stay focused, engaged, and ready to learn. When students are not distracted by hunger or thirst, they are better able to participate in discussions, complete assignments, and absorb new information about career pathways. I have seen where snacks and beverages can increase energy, support concentration, and create a positive learning environment, allowing scholars to fully engage in the career exploration process and make meaningful connections to their future goals.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

166 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. Edwards McClintock Middle School Grades 6-8

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Charlotte, NC View local requests

Nearly all 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

166 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cooluli 15L Mini Fridge with Magnetic Blackboard - Portable Small Refrigerator for Travel, Car & Office, V15LE2BK • Amazon Business $92.67 1 $92.67
Wellsley Farms Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bars - No High-Fructose Corn Syrup - Vegetarian - Whole Grain Granola Bars - 110 Calories Per Bar - Perfect for Snacks & Lunchboxes, 60 Count (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $22.53 2 $45.06
Frito-Lay Fiery Mix Variety Pack, 40 Count • Amazon Business $21.44 2 $42.88
OREO Mini Cookies, CHIPS AHOY! Mini Cookies, SOUR PATCH KIDS Candy & Nutter Butter Bites & Candy Variety Pack, 32 Snack Packs | OREO & CHIPS AHOY! Minis Cookies, SOUR PATCH KIDS Candy & NUTTER BUTTER Bites, Individually Wrapped • Amazon Business $20.94 2 $41.88
Frito-Lay Snacks Variety Pack 35, Classic Mix, 1 Count • Amazon Business $20.06 2 $40.12
Takis Assorted Variety Pack Rolled Tortilla Chips, 40 Count | Fuego and Blue Heat, Extremely Spicy, 20 per Flavor, 1oz Individual Bags for Snacking and Lunchboxes • Amazon Business $17.59 2 $35.18
Citylife 8 Packs 6 QT Plastic Storage Bins with Latching Lids Clear Storage Box with handle Stackable Storage Containers for Organizing Snacks, Crafts, Toys, Tools • Amazon Business $35.14 1 $35.14
Cereal Bars Variety Pack Breakfast Food Snack Box 30 Individually Wrapped Granola Bars Lucky Charms, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Golden Grahams, Peanut Butter Puffs • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Coca-Cola Mini Soda, 7.5 Oz., 24/Carton (00049000061017) • Quill.com $33.39 1 $33.39
Mott's 100% Original Apple Juice, 8 Fl Oz Bottles, 24 Count (4 Packs Of 6), 2 Servings Of Fruit, 100% Fruit Juice, Gluten-free, Caffeine-free, Kosher, Contains No Artificial Colors Or Sweeteners • Amazon Business $14.29 2 $28.58
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Lunch Snacks, Snack Cups, Variety Pack, 19.5oz Box (27 Cups) • Amazon Business $13.98 2 $27.96
Frito-Lay Ultimate Classic Snacks Package, Variety Assortment of Chips, Cookies, Crackers, & Nuts, 0.56 ounces, (Pack of 40) (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $26.91 1 $26.91
Sprite Lemon-Lime Soda 12 oz. 24 Cans/Carton (00049000028928) • Staples $24.29 1 $24.29
OREO Original, OREO Golden, CHIPS AHOY! & Nutter Butter Cookie Snacks Variety Pack, 56 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) | Snack Packs, 2 Cookies Per Pack, Individually Wrapped • Amazon Business $22.13 1 $22.13
Gushers Tropical & Strawberry Fruit Snacks, 20 ct, 16oz | Juicy Liquid Center in Every Bite, Gluten Free, Gelatin Free, Good Source of Vitamin C, Family Pack, Ideal for Lunch Boxes • Amazon Business $6.97 3 $20.91
Dot's Pretzels Twists, 3-Flavor Snacks Variety Pack, 18 count | Original, Honey Mustard, Parmesan Garlic Pretzel Twists, Snacks Variety Pack for Adults, Individual Snack Packs • Amazon Business $9.97 2 $19.94
Snack Factory Pretzel Crisps Variety Pack, Individual 1.5 Ounce (Pack of 24) • Amazon Business $18.79 1 $18.79
Lotus Biscoff Cookies, Caramelized Biscuit Cookie Snack, Dispenser Box (20 sleeves of 2 extra large cookies) Vegan, 0.9 Ounce (Pack of 20) • Amazon Business $7.68 2 $15.36
Rice Krispies Treats Crispy Marshmallow Squares, Kids Snacks, Cereal Bars, 3-Flavor Variety Pack, 12.1oz Box (16 Bars) • Amazon Business $4.96 3 $14.88
Pirate's Booty Aged White Cheddar Puffs, Gluten Free Snacks, 0.5 oz, 24 ct • Amazon Business $13.35 1 $13.35
Goldfish Cheddar Crackers, 1.5 oz. Snack Packs, 30 Count • Amazon Business $13.14 1 $13.14
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks Gummies 0.8 oz. 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $12.39 1 $12.39
Gatorade Thirst Quencher Sports Drink, Variety Pack, 12 Fl Oz (Pack of 18) • Amazon Business $11.74 1 $11.74
Fruit Roll-Ups Variety Value Pack Fruit Snacks, 20 ct, 10 oz | Strawberry Blast & Berry Berry Cool Flavors, Gelatin Free, Good Source of Vitamin C, Tongue Tattoos • Amazon Business $5.78 2 $11.56
NILLA Wafers Mini Cookies, Vanilla Wafers, 10 Snack Packs | Certified Kosher, Individually Wrapped • Amazon Business $5.50 2 $11.00
BARNUM'S Original Animal Crackers, Kids Snacks, 10 Snack Packs | Good Source of Calcium • Amazon Business $5.50 2 $11.00
Sensible Portions Veggie Straws Multi-Pack, Sea Salt and Zesty Ranch Flavor, Gluten-Free Chips, Individual Snacks, 0.75 Ounce Bag, 10-Pack • Amazon Business $9.92 1 $9.92
JOLLY RANCHER Assorted Fruit Candy Bulk Bag, Variety Pack, 42.01 oz | Includes Lollipops, Stix & Hard Candy, Candy Variety Pack for Parties and Sharing • Amazon Business $9.47 1 $9.47
Fruit By The Foot Fruit Flavored Snacks, Berry Tie-Dye & Strawberry Tie-Dye, Family Pack, 18 Rolls, 13.5 oz • Amazon Business $8.67 1 $8.67
Gardetto's Original Recipe Snack Mix, Multipack, 10 ct, 17.5 oz | 10 Individually Wrapped Bags, Breadsticks, Pretzels & Rye Chips, Kosher, Lunchbox-Ready • Amazon Business $4.55 1 $4.55

Materials cost

$737.85

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $57.55

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.07

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$836.47

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$147.61

Total project goal

$984.08

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $984.08

1 Donor

-$984.08

Donations toward project cost

-$836.47

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$147.61

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