Equipping Newcomers with Student Seat Sacks and Supply Stashes
Help me give my students a place for them to keep the things they call their own.
2 donors
$249 goal
Hooray! This project is fully funded
Hooray! This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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.
Seat sacks play a crucial role in the educational journey of our newcomer students by providing them with a designated space to store their supplies. For many of these students, arriving in a new environment can be overwhelming, and having a personal storage solution can alleviate some of the stress associated with navigating a new school system. By offering seat sacks, we not only provide practical storage but also send a powerful message of inclusion and belonging. When students see that these seat sacks are specifically for them to use and keep, it fosters a sense of ownership and pride in their learning environment. It communicates that they are valued members of our community and that their needs are being considered. Ultimately, seat sacks empower our newcomer students to stay organized, focused, and engaged in their academic pursuits, setting them up for success in their educational journey.
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