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School In Mahwah Gets Unique Vending Machine: See What's Inside
It's not junk food or soda. The new dispenser in a Mahwah elementary school gives out something special when students earn a token.
MAHWAH, NJ — Students at Lenape Meadows Elementary School in Mahwah got a very special machine on Monday.
The students already participate in the SOARing Positive Behavior Program. SOAR stands for Safe, On Task, Achieve, Respect.
Now, they'll get rewarded for their behavior.
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Students who demonstrate positive behaviors will be entered into a raffle to earn a special token.
The token allows them to head to the Bookworm Vending Machine, which dispenses books.
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In effect, the machine is "turning positive behavior into a tangible and lasting reward," said Interim Assistant Principal Eva Prunk.
"By making reading a celebration rather than an assignment," Prunk said, "this program bridges the gap between literacy and engagement, motivating students to view books as something exciting, personal, and rewarding."
The vending machine will be stocked with titles across a wide range of genres and reading levels, ensuring accessibility and appeal for all learners.
The vending machines come from Bookvending.com.
Learn more about the Mahwah schools here.
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