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Mrs. Rivers from Baltimore, MD is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Affirming My Unequivocal Worth and Loving Myself

Help me give my students affirmation, inspiration, positive coping tools, and self-discovery through materials that will be used as displays in the building, resources for small groups, and personal reminders for students!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Rivers's classroom raised $178

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students are full of vibrancy and talents. They don't always see these qualities in themselves. My students are helpful and supportive, but they often don't recognize these qualities in themselves. My students struggle with affirming their worth and loving themselves. Some have previous trauma that contribute to their current state of mind. Some lack coping skills to respond to situations in a healthy way and instead resort to engaging in harmful coping techniques. Self-harm is not a cry for attention, but rather a way for individuals to cope with stress and deep seeded emotions. It gives them a temporary reprieve for what they are currently struggling with.

My students have limitless potential and need the support to help them to equip themselves to grow in healthy ways, to self-love.

My goal for this project is to utilize the materials donated to help students towards self-actualization. I aim to make mental health an everyday conversation by putting up bulletin boards, such as the one requested in the materials focused on positive affirmations. Signage in the building focused on mental health helps to send the message that talking about your feelings is ok. Also, when we have conversations about positive coping skills and tools, fidget toys can be available to provide students with access to a positive coping tool. I will hold small groups that center around positive affirmations, self-worth, and self-love. The inspirational stickers, SEL books, and positive affirmation bracelets will be tools that I use with the students to help them grow towards self-actualization. Please help me to acquire the resources that will assist me with engaging my students towards building positive coping skills. I would greatly appreciate any donation. Every donation helps me to get closer to bringing these resources to my students. Thank you!

Mrs. Rivers Vanguard Collegiate Middle School 374 Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Baltimore, MD View local requests

Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
The Ultimate Anxiety, Self-Love, and Self-Regulation Toolkit for Teens (6 in 1): Workbook And Guide To Overcome Anxiety, Eliminate Self-Doubt, And Self-Regulate Emotions (Life Skills for Teens) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
50 Pcs Fidget Toys Pack - Stocking Stuffers for Kids, Gifts for Kids, Party Favors - Adults Stress Relief Sensory Toy - ADHD Toys Bulk for Classroom Treasure Box Prizes - Pop Its • Amazon Business $23.95 1 $23.95
Mochi Squishy Toys 100-Pack,Party Favors for Kids 4-8-12,Bulk Fidget Toys Treasure Box Toys for Classroom Prizes,Basket Stuffers, Goodie Bags Fillers, Birthday Gifts • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
HyDren 48 Pieces Inspirational Wristbands Motivational Silicone Bracelets Bulk Positive Affirmation Rubber Bracelets Gift for Students Teachers School Prizes, 2.56 Inch • Amazon Business $13.88 1 $13.88
Teacher Wellness Journal • Lakeshore Learning Materials $9.99 1 $9.99
300 Pieces Inspirational Quote Stickers for Teens Students Teachers, Motivational Stickers for Water Bottles Women, Aesthetic Laptop Decal Waterproof Vinyl Positive Sticker for Scrapbooking • Amazon Business $8.52 1 $8.52
Greenery Affirmation Station Bulletin Board Set Classroom Decorations Simply Boho Eucalyptus Motivational Posters You Are Positive Affirmations Cutouts Farmhouse Inspirational for Classroom Wall Decor • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$112.31

Vendor shipping charges

$0.50

Sales tax

$6.74

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$151.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.69

Total project goal

$177.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$177.92

1 Donor

-$177.92

Donations toward project cost

-$151.23

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.69

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$0.00

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