My students need a variety of prizes to include water bottles, chargers, t-shirts, and journals. They are ecstatic to receive any prize, and the sense of a spotlight they get for the day is one they look forward to all year.
I am an English teacher. We in the school Renaissance program and School Climate Committee are working diligently to make great improvements to our school and community through focused academics, socio-political action, and a renewed focus on rewarding and highlighting those who overcome obstacles to succeed.
Every spring I, along with some other dedicated teachers and administrators, organize an award luncheon for "Super Students" at our school- those with at least a 4.0 GPA, with no latenesses, disciplinary referrals, or absences; they are truly the best we have, and many of them overcome a litany of difficulties to be that way.
Sadly these amazing young people are rarely the focus in a world that so routinely shifts its attention to problems rather than praising hard work and excellence.
My Project
Students honored as Super Students, having earned a 4.0 G.P.A. or higher with no disciplinary issues or excessive absences, would win these items at a special awards luncheon, including lifestyle objects such as backpacks, water bottles, journals, and desk sets, both to improve their academic lives and to reward their dedication to their schooling. These items help them to continue their excellence as students and young people, despite their adverse obstacles.
Cell phone chargers are added to the list to enable students, many of whom have no other ability to complete school work.
Water bottles and travel mugs accommodate students who spend a great deal of time traveling after school, and who only get a chance to eat at the school itself. Bow ties and fashion accessories are niceties that many students cannot afford for themselves, and these help greatly with self esteem, as do the Black Panther t-shirts listed. Wreck this Journal, a fill out journal, allows students to express themselves and improve their self esteem and mental awareness.
Safesound Personal Alarm Keychain, Trippix 130dB Siren Song Personal Safety Alarms for Women Self Defense, Portable Personal Security Alarms with Flashlight for Kids Batteries Included - Silver
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$8.39
4
$33.56
Arturotech power bank for extra power for long trips - A 20000mah 3 port usb cell phone portable charger for iPhone Samsung iPad android devices and more
• Amazon Business
$26.99
1
$26.99
Superbpag Wire Metal 3 in 1 Desk Organizer Set- Letter Sorter, Pencil Holder and 1 Vertical Desk File Organizer
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$22.99
1
$22.99
Drawstring Sports Backpack Lightweight Gym Yoga Sackpack Shoulder Rucksack for Men and Women-Dark Grey
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$19.99
1
$19.99
Oster BLSTPB-WBL My Blend 250-Watt Blender with Travel Sport Bottle, Light Powder Blue
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$19.37
1
$19.37
adidas Diablo Small Duffel Limited Edition Colors- Exclusive (Clear Grey / Onix
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$19.10
1
$19.10
MIRA 17 Oz Vacuum Insulated Travel Water Bottle | Leak-proof Double Walled Stainless Steel Cola Shape Portable Water Bottle | No Sweating, Keeps Your Drink Hot & Cold | 500 ml Teal Granite
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$17.95
1
$17.95
Decrum Mens Black Panther Tee Shirts Superhero Short Sleeve Compression T-Shirt | Mask & Necklace, L
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$17.95
1
$17.95
Womens Marvel Black Panther Shirts Superhero Short Sleeve Crewneck Tee | Mask & Necklace, M
• Amazon Business
$17.95
1
$17.95
Funko POP! Marvel: Black Panther Movie - Black Panther (Styles May Vary) Collectible Figure
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$8.37
2
$16.74
Wreck This Journal (Duct Tape) Expanded Ed.
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$8.09
2
$16.18
Decision Maker Metal Ball,Office Decompression Toy Ball,Prophecy Fate Decision Ball Desktop Decoration Random Color
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$15.99
1
$15.99
Portable Fan, Dizaul mini usb rechargeable fan with 2600mAh Power Bank and Flash light,for Traveling,Fishing,Camping,Hiking,Backpacking,BBQ,Baby Stroller,Picnic,Biking,Boating (Black)
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$13.99
1
$13.99
Bundle Monster 3pc Mens Fashion Adjustable Length Self Tied Necktie Bow Ties - Classy Lad
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$13.84
1
$13.84
Contigo AUTOSEAL West Loop Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Travel Mug with Easy-Clean Lid, 16oz, Black
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$13.74
1
$13.74
Start Where You Are: A Journal for Self-Exploration
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$13.47
1
$13.47
MHJY Mermaid Bag Sequin Drawstring Backpack Dancing Bag Fashion Dance Bag Sequin Backpack Flip Sequin Bling Hiking Bags(Champagne/Silvery)
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$10.88
1
$10.88
I Am Here Now: A Creative Mindfulness Guide and Journal
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$10.87
1
$10.87
Chicken Rooster Plush Mask Hat by Jacobson Hat Company
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$9.00
1
$9.00
DRESHOW Silk Headbands Vintage Elastic Printed Head Wrap Stretchy Elastic Hairband Twisted Cute Hair Accessories,4 Pack (Pink Black Blue Green)
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$8.89
1
$8.89
LED Gloves, Vitalismo Finger Lights Toys with Lights 3 Colorful 6 Modes Rave Gloves For Party
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$8.88
1
$8.88
Lystaii LED Light Waterproof Shoelaces Shoestring Battery Powered Flash Lighting the Night for Party Hip-hop Dancing Skating Running Cosplay Decoration Running Valentine's Day Gift(RGB Colorful)
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