As an educator, I am deeply committed to creating an environment where every student can thrive academically and emotionally. However, I have noticed a concerning trend among some of our students. Many of them come to school without having had a nutritious breakfast or without any snacks to sustain them throughout the day. This impacts their ability to focus, engage in lessons, and ultimately, their academic performance.
To address this issue and ensure that all students have equal opportunities for success, I am launching this project to provide snacks for our classroom to encourage learning.
By offering snacks, we can bridge the gap for those students who come to school hungry or without access to regular meals. These snacks will not only fuel their bodies but also their minds, enabling them to concentrate better, participate actively, and achieve their full potential.
As we approach the final stretch of the 2023-2024 school year, I am reaching out for assistance to ensure that my students continue to have access to snacks during times of hunger and particularly during testing periods. At the beginning of the school year, I invested in providing snacks for my students, recognizing the importance of nourishment for their focus and well-being. Now, as we enter Quarter 4, our snack supply is nearly depleted. Therefore, I am seeking support to replenish our snack provisions and sustain this essential resource for the remainder of the school year.
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit & Berries 'N Cherries Bulk Variety Pack, Great Valentines Day Gifts for Kids, Gluten Free, 0.8 oz Individual Single Serve Bags (Pack of 60)
• Amazon Business
$15.99
2
$31.98
Pop-Tarts Baked Pastry Bites, Kids Snacks, School Lunch, Variety Pack (3 Boxes, 30 Pouches)
• Amazon Business
Assorted Jolly Rancher Hard Candy, Bulk, Individually Wrapped, 3 Pounds, Great for Valentine's Day Exchanges, Gifts and Favors! Great Addition to Candy Bowls, Lunches, Parties and More! Apple, Blue Raspberry, Cherry, Watermelon & Grape
• Amazon Business
$19.90
1
$19.90
Nature Valley Oats & Honey Granola Bar 1.49 oz. 49 Bars/Box (GEM12942)
• Staples
$19.55
1
$19.55
Goldfish Crackers Say Cheeeese Variety Pack with Cheddar, Pizza and Parmesan, Snack Packs, 20 Ct
• Amazon Business
$9.76
2
$19.52
Quaker Oats Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bar, 6.7 oz, Pack of 8
• School Specialty
$9.37
2
$18.74
SOUR PATCH KIDS & SWEDISH FISH Soft & Chewy Candy Variety Pack, Valentines Candy, 18 Snack Packs
• Amazon Business
$16.02
1
$16.02
General Mills Lucky Charms and Cinnamon Toast Crunch Minis Treat Bars Variety Pack 40 Ct
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Golden Grahams Lucky Charms Breakfast Cereal Treat Bars Variety Pack, 28 ct
• Amazon Business
$10.13
1
$10.13
Ziploc Sandwich and Snack Bags, Storage Bags for On the Go Freshness, Grip 'n Seal Technology for Easier Grip, Open, and Close, 90 Count
• Amazon Business
$4.26
1
$4.26
Materials cost
$302.69
Vendor shipping charges
$1.87
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.54
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$339.10
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