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Ms. Gui from Kihei, HI is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Math Munchies: Nourishing Students' Success and Motivation with Snack Rewards

Help me give my students rewards and tokens to boost their motivation in Math activities.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Gui's classroom raised $729

This project is fully funded

My Project

The idea for this project sprang from my belief in the importance of positive reinforcement and student well-being. I realized that while mastering math is crucial, keeping students motivated is just as vital. So, I decided to integrate snack rewards into our math activities, turning snack time into a celebration of academic achievements.

The concept behind "Math Munchies" is straightforward yet powerful.

Students earn snacks by actively participating in math tasks, like completing worksheets or tackling challenging problems. By linking these accomplishments with tangible rewards like healthy snacks, I aimed to boost their motivation and enthusiasm for math.

Selecting the right snacks was key. I wanted treats that would excite my students while also being nutritious. Fresh fruits, veggies with dip, nuts, and yogurt became our go-to snacks, providing a tasty incentive for their hard work.

The impact of "Math Munchies" has been remarkable. My students now approach math with newfound enthusiasm, eagerly striving to earn their snack rewards. This project has also fostered a supportive classroom community where students celebrate each other's achievements.

Moreover, "Math Munchies" has shown the value of personalized and holistic teaching approaches. By acknowledging and rewarding their efforts, I've watched my students' confidence soar. They now see math as an exciting journey of growth and discovery.

Ms. Gui Lokelani Intermediate School Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

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

180 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Alliance Pre-Perforated 8.5 x 11 Bond Paper 24 lbs. 92 Brightness 500 Sheets/Ream (30044) • Staples $13.12 5 $65.60
Airheads Variety Chewy Candy (220-00705) • Staples $27.90 2 $55.80
Kar's Gluten Free Sweet N' Salty Snack Mix, 2 oz., 24 Bags/Pack (KAR08387) • Quill.com $26.99 2 $53.98
Break Box Healthy Snack Snack Box 23/Box (700-S0001) • Staples $38.21 1 $38.21
M&M's Lovers Snack Size Variety Milk Chocolate Pieces 30.05 oz. 55 (MMM56025/51793) • Staples $19.10 2 $38.20
Black Forest Juicy Burst Berry Mix Fruit Snacks, 32 oz., 40 Packs/Box (FER02067) • Quill.com $16.59 2 $33.18
Kind Healthy Snacks KIND Nuts & Sea Salt Variety Pack Minis Snack Bars, 0.7 Ounce, Box of 20 • School Specialty $32.99 1 $32.99
Wrigley's Fun Size Candy Mix, Assorted Flavors, 22.7 oz., 80 Piece (WMW23534) • Quill.com $13.99 2 $27.98
Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Assorted Eco Colors 500 Sheets/Ream (22226) • Staples $13.86 2 $27.72
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks 0.9 oz. 40 Packs/Box (PIM94068) • Staples $12.89 2 $25.78
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $11.98 2 $23.96
Jolly Rancher Hard Candy, Assorted Flavors, 14 oz., (HEC55686) • Quill.com $8.79 2 $17.58
Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Radiant Assortment 300 Sheets/Ream (91642) • Staples $8.15 2 $16.30

Materials cost

$457.28

Vendor shipping charges

 $105.03

Sales tax

 $20.12

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$619.29

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$109.29

Total project goal

$728.58

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $728.58

1 Donor

-$728.58

Donations toward project cost

-$619.29

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$109.29

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