Students at my exceptional high school come from all walks of life with a wide range of academic and creative abilities. My students are enrolled in a Foundations in Programming course which is an introduction to basic coding and computer science. I also sponsor a robotics program at our school.
My hope is to encourage students to explore Computer Science and Engineering at an early age in the hope that they will gravitate towards these much in demand, high paying jobs.
Students at my school are extremely motivated and we have some awesome Career Academies to help give students a taste of different careers. I'd like to see more students think of Computer Science as a future career!
My Project
My high school Computer Science students are often in front of their screens for a long 90 minute block period! We are heading into our next unit, an introduction to text-based programming and that is making some students anxious and others super-excited!
I like to provide my students with short brain breaks in between our 90 minute block and provide them with some fun activities and stress management tools.
I'm requesting additional fidget toys based on student feedback. We were blessed to have Part 1 of this project funded. For the past week, my students enter the class and grab a fidget toy of their choice. The puzzle cubes are definitely a hit! These resources have been proven to help students focus and release any stress they may encounter during the day. Our staff was recently trained in Capturing Kids Hearts, and similar items were highly recommended. Students return the toys at the end of class so they can be sanitized.
I have several students who have suffered tremendously due to the pandemic in various ways, and I feel that the mental well being and happiness of my students is a priority. I hope that including these small changes will help my students focus better on their academics and gain a sense of well being!
Yeetec 30 Pack 24 Blocks Magic Speed Cubes, Mini Snake Cube, Mini Plastic Puzzle Cube Toy for Kids Party Bag Fillers, Party Supplies, Random Color
• Amazon Business
$21.99
4
$87.96
Yeetec 24 Pack 24 Links Wacky Tracks Snap and Click Fidget Toys, Finger Sensory Toys, Snake Puzzles for Stress Relief, Party Bag Fillers, Party Favours, Random Color
• Amazon Business
$18.99
3
$56.97
Xesakesi 16pcs Pop Bracelet Fidget Toys Pack Adjustable Silicone Bracelet Popper Toy, Bubble Sensory Pop Wristband Squeeze Toys Wearable Stress Relief Hand Finger Pop Toys for Kids Adults (Blue)
• Amazon Business
$9.77
5
$48.85
30 Pcs Mini Squeeze Pop Bubble Simple Fidget Sensory Toys, Mini Silicone Keychain Wrap Small Pop Bulk Classroom Prizes Relieve Anxiety Stress Toy for Kids Adult Party Favors
• Amazon Business
$29.99
1
$29.99
Materials cost
$223.77
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.36
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$257.13
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$45.38
Total project goal
$302.51
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