This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
As I approach this school year, I continue to recognize the urgent needs of my students and those needs are most importantly to feel safe. A counselor's office is a sanctuary of support and growth for students facing various emotional, academic, and social challenges. To ensure a nurturing and inclusive environment, it is essential to furnish the counselor's office with valuable resources.
A well-equipped counselor's office, complete with fidget toys, games, and affirmation cards, etc, is an invaluable resource that nurtures emotional well-being and personal growth for students.
Fidget toys, games, and affirmation cards create a calming and safe space for students who may be experiencing stress or anxiety. Fidget toys, such as stress balls or sensory objects, provide a tactile outlet for nervous energy, promoting relaxation and focus during counseling sessions. Meanwhile, games offer an enjoyable diversion, reducing tension and helping students feel at ease. Affirmation cards, with positive messages and encouraging words, uplift spirits and instill a sense of self-worth, reinforcing the idea that the counselor's office is a supportive environment where students are accepted and valued.
These resources create a calming and safe space, enhancing communication and trust between students and counselors. They promote emotional expression and regulation, encourage play therapy, boost self-esteem and confidence, and provide vital support for students with special needs. By investing in these resources, educational institutions demonstrate their commitment to the holistic development of their students, fostering a culture of empathy, understanding, and empowerment within the school community.
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
KidKraft Wooden Bookcase with Reading Nook, Storage and Gray Cushion, White, Gift for Ages 3-8
• Amazon Business
$109.51
2
$219.02
Big Joe Milano Patio Weatherproof Bean Bag Chair, Lakeshore/Aqua Glass Block Intertwist/Sunmax, Weather Resistant UV-Protected Fabric, 2.5 feet
• Amazon Business
$79.99
2
$159.98
Simple Houseware 12-Drawers Rolling Storage Cart, Multicolor
• Amazon Business
$69.37
1
$69.37
Qunclay 4 Pcs Floor Sitting Cushions 22 x 22 Inches Chairs Seat Pillows Outdoor Square Soft Corduroy Pad with Ties for Adult Kids Dining Living Room Office School Restaurant Canteen Supplies
• Amazon Business
$66.99
1
$66.99
8 Book Set: A Little SPOT of Emotion Box Set (Anger, Anxiety, Peaceful, Happiness, Sadness, Confidence, Love, & Scribble Emotion) - Box Set of Paperba
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$55.00
1
$55.00
8 Book Set: A Little SPOT Takes Action! Box Set (8 Books: Kindness, Responsibility, Patience, Respect, Honesty, Organization, Diversity, & Safety) - B
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$55.00
1
$55.00
18 Inch Heavy Duty Spinning Prize Wheel - 14 Slots Color Tabletop Roulette Wheel of Fortune - Spin The Wheel with Dry Erase Marker and Eraser Win The Fortune Spin Game for Carnival and Trade Show
• Amazon Business
$49.49
1
$49.49
Pizza Feeling Wheel Throw Pillow Cover for Home, Kid's Bedroom, Classroom, or Therapy Office | Emotions & Social Emotional Learning Resource for Children and Adults
• Amazon Business
$33.90
1
$33.90
500 PCS Party Favors for Kids,Fidget Toys Pack,Easter Basket Stuffer for Kids,Treasure Box Toys,Birthday Gift Party Toys Assortment,Carnival Prizes,Pinata Filler Stuffers Toys for Boys Girls
• Amazon Business
$32.99
1
$32.99
Cliganic USDA Organic Peppermint Essential Oil, 1oz - 100% Pure Natural Undiluted, for Aromatherapy | Non-GMO Verified
• Amazon Business
$13.96
2
$27.92
Magnetic Rings Fidget Toy Set, Idea ADHD Fidget Toys, Adult Fidget Magnets Spinner Rings for Anxiety Relief Therapy, Fidget Pack Great Gift for Adults Teens Kids (B-1)
• Amazon Business
$25.99
1
$25.99
Hasbro Gaming Bop It! Extreme Electronic Game for 1 or More Players, Fun Party Game for Kids Ages 8+, 4 Modes Including One-On-One Mode, Interactive Game
• Amazon Business
$24.16
1
$24.16
Label Maker Machine with Tape, D110 Portable Bluetooth Label Printer for Storage, Shipping, Barcode, Mailing, Office, Home, Organizing, Sticker Maker Mini Label Maker with Multiple Templates, Green
• Amazon Business
$23.00
1
$23.00
Disney Classics 14-inch Stitch, Comfort Weighted Plush, Officially Licensed Kids Toys for Ages 3 Up, Gifts and Presents by Just Play
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
Mental Health Awareness Wall Collage Kit - Mental Health Room Decor - Mental Health Aesthetic Pictures - Motivational Wall Art,Mental Health Gifts for Teen Girls(50 Set 4x6 inch)
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
Affirmators! Original: 50 Affirmation Cards Deck Affirmators Original Cards to Help You Help Yourself without The Self-Helpy-Ness (50 Cards)
• Amazon Business
$16.49
1
$16.49
Hasbro Gaming Jenga Wooden Blocks Stacking Tumbling Tower Kids Game Ages 6 and Up (Amazon Exclusive) 3.15 x 4.53 x 11.02
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
Kinetic Sand, The Original Moldable Play Sand, 3.25lbs Beach Sand, Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up (Amazon Exclusive)
• Amazon Business
$14.10
1
$14.10
Amazing Affirmations: An Early Reader Rhyming Story Book for Children to Learn Positive Self Talk and Mindful Affirmations
• Amazon Business
$12.91
1
$12.91
Crayola Colored Pencils (36ct), Kids Pencil Set, Back to School Supplies, Assorted Colors, Great for Classrooms, Nontoxic, Ages 3+
• Amazon Business
$5.97
2
$11.94
Mistakes Are How I Learn: An Early Reader Rhyming Story Book for Children to Help with Perseverance and Diligence (Amazing Affirmations)
• Amazon Business
$11.62
1
$11.62
I Choose to Try Again: A Colorful, Rhyming Picture Book About Perseverance and Diligence (Teacher and Therapist Toolbox: I Choose)
• Amazon Business
$11.58
1
$11.58
JADENS Label Maker Tape for D110&D11, Adapted Label Printer Paper, Standard Self-Adhesive Labeling Tape Refill Labels Replacement, Office Custom Stickers for NIIMBOT D11 Label Maker
• Amazon Business
$10.00
1
$10.00
Magnetic Rings Fidget Toy Set, Idea ADHD Fidget Toys, Adult Fidget Magnets Spinner Rings for Anxiety Relief Therapy, Fidget Pack Great Gift for Adults Teens Kids (3PCS)
• Amazon Business
$8.49
1
$8.49
Crayola Colored Pencils 24 Pack, Colors of the World, Skin Tone Colored Pencils, 24
• Amazon Business
$4.19
1
$4.19
Materials cost
$996.10
Vendor shipping charges
$5.00
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$14.94
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,046.04
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$184.60
Total project goal
$1,230.64
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$1,230.64
21 Donors
-$788.76
Donations toward project cost
-$695.64
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$93.12
Matching donations from our partners
-$412.24
Match offers toward project cost
-$350.40
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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