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Ms. Damiano from Baltimore, MD is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Beyond the Classroom: Providing Tools to Promote Self Regulation!

Help me give my students colored pencils, markers, and wood stamp sets for the tools to help self-regulate beyond the classroom!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Damiano's classroom raised $260

This project is fully funded

My Project

As a special education education teacher. I work with students inside and outside of the classroom. Many students take breaks in my room. This project will help me create a toolbox for students.

Self-regulation is like having a personal toolkit that empowers students to navigate challenges, emotions, and learning experiences effectively.

Here's why it's crucial for students to have these tools:

Focus and Attention: Self-regulation aids in maintaining focus during studies, leading to improved learning outcomes.

Resilience: Self-regulation fosters resilience, enabling students to bounce back from setbacks and failures.

Mental Health: Equipping students with tools for self-regulation can promote better mental health practices, reducing the risk of anxiety or depression.

Continual Improvement: Self-regulation isn’t just for school; it's a skill for life. Students who can regulate themselves are more likely to continue learning and growing beyond their academic years.

Overall, providing students with tools for self-regulation empowers them to take control of their emotions, behaviors, and learning experiences. It's an investment in their holistic development, setting the stage for success in academics and life.

Ms. Damiano Moravia Park Elementary School 105 Grades PreK-2

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
Crayola Twistables Colored Pencil Set (50ct), Kids Art Supplies, Colored Pencils For Kids, Unique Holiday Gifts, Stocking Stuffers, 4+ [Amazon Exclusive] • Amazon Business $13.38 5 $66.90
Crayola Clicks Washable Markers with Retractable Tips, School Supplies, Art Markers, 10 Count. • Amazon Business $11.27 3 $33.81
Just My Style Wood Stamp Set by Horizon Group USA, 15 Wooden Stamps, Scrapbooking Sheets, Colorful Markers, Stationery Set, 2-Tone Stamp Pad • Amazon Business $9.97 2 $19.94
Crayola Washable Marker Set, School Supplies, Gel, Window, Broad Line Markers, 64ct • Amazon Business $19.25 1 $19.25
Play-Doh Bulk Handout 42 Pack of 1-Ounce Modeling Compound, Party Favors, Perfect Holiday Gifts or Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Kids, Ages 2 and Up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
TINYMILLS 50 Pcs Assorted Stampers for Kids - Birthday Party Favors • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
ZMLM Rainbow Scratch Mini Art Notes - 125 Magic Scratch Paper Note Cards for Kids Toy Arts Crafts DIY Party Favor Supplies for Girls Boys Birthday Halloween Christmas Stocking Stuffer Gift Box • Amazon Business $9.59 1 $9.59

Materials cost

$177.47

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$10.65

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.66

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$220.78

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$38.96

Total project goal

$259.74

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$259.74

3 Donors

-$144.99

Donations toward project cost

-$123.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.74

Matching donations from our partners

-$114.75

Match offers toward project cost

-$97.54

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$17.21

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$0.00

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