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Instead of worrying about an unexpected period, missing class, or feeling embarrassed, students are able to remain focused, confident, and engaged in learning.\r\n\r\nMany of the young people we serve come from diverse backgrounds and face different financial and personal challenges. Having these supplies readily available reminds them that they matter, their needs are important, and their school is a place where they are cared for. We've already seen the relief and gratitude on students' faces when they realize they can discreetly access the products they need without having to worry or go without.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has helped us remove one more barrier to learning while preserving students' dignity and well-being. Thank you for investing in our school community and for helping create an environment where every student can show up ready to learn with confidence. 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I find them often snacking on unhealthy options and your donation helped me be able to supply them better options that would actually give them the energy they needed for the hikes we completed. As first they questioned my choices but once they tried them and realized they were left feeling more full and energized they realized they were the right snacks for our trip. Thank you again!","fullyFundedDate":1778033312384,"projectUrl":"project/healthy-snacks-for-fuel/10075538/","projectTitle":"Healthy Snacks for Fuel!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Franco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1965871"},{"teacherId":9658241,"projectId":9933354,"letterContent":"Thank you for supporting our Color Me Calm project and for investing in the emotional well-being of our students. 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I hope they find fun in working out, getting stronger, and understanding the benefits that weightlifting provides. Thank you again for your donation to my classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1769447567890,"projectUrl":"project/building-strength-confidence-and-lifel/10038296/","projectTitle":"Building Strength, Confidence, and Lifelong Fitness","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Franco","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1965871"},{"teacherId":686140,"projectId":9690263,"letterContent":"Thank you for your incredible generosity and support of our Scientific Research Pathway afterschool club at Cleveland School of Science and Medicine. Because of you, our students now have access to snacks that sustain them during the long hours they dedicate to research, collaboration, and career exploration after the school day ends. Your donations have helped create an environment where students can focus on learning instead of worrying about hunger.\r\n\r\nThe impact has been immediate and meaningful. Students look forward to staying after school, knowing they will be supported both academically and personally. Having snacks available has boosted energy levels, improved concentration, and helped students remain engaged during hands-on research activities, discussions, and project planning. What may seem like a small gesture has made a big difference in their ability to fully participate.\r\n\r\nOne of the most heartwarming outcomes has been the sense of community that has grown within the club. Students gather, share snacks, and then dive into meaningful scientific conversations and collaborative work. Several students who used to leave early due to fatigue or hunger are now staying for the full sessions and contributing more confidently. 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Cleveland School of Science & Med is
an urban public school
in Cleveland, Ohio that is part of Cleveland Metropolitan School District.
It serves 402 students
in grades 9 - 12 with a student/teacher ratio of 19.1:1.
Its teachers have had 283 projects funded on DonorsChoose.
Supporting this school will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.
Public School
Title 1
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Grades 9 - 12
402 Students
21 Teachers
2075 Stokes BlvdContact info is sourced from our partners at MDR Education, and DonorsChoose updates our site ahead of each school year.
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Cleveland School of Science & Med
$186,101
raised using DonorsChoose
283
projects
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teachers
funded
815
donors
15
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projects for
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projects for
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art supplies
Cleveland School of Science & Med has received support from
406 individuals from Ohio and
409 individuals out-of-state.