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Mr. Martin from New Orleans, LA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fostering Compassion Through Multisensory Learning

Help me give my students a unique and engaging approach to teaching compassion is a noble endeavor, and incorporating a multisensory approach that includes videos, snacks, and printed materials can create a powerful and memorable learning experience.

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My Project

High school students are at a stage of life where they are exploring their identities, developing critical thinking skills, and becoming increasingly aware of social issues. To foster compassion in this age group, it is essential to provide opportunities for service learning, global awareness, empathy-building, social justice advocacy, and mindfulness practices.

Service learning projects can involve community partnerships, volunteer opportunities, and reflection on experiences.

Global awareness initiatives might include cultural exchanges, debates on global issues, and documentary screenings. Empathy-building exercises can help students understand the perspectives of others through activities like perspective-taking, empathy mapping, and emotional intelligence workshops.

Social justice advocacy can be fostered through research, awareness campaigns, and advocacy efforts. Mindfulness and meditation practices can help students develop self-awareness and compassion. By incorporating these elements into the curriculum, I can empower high school students to develop a deeper understanding of compassion and inspire them to make a positive impact on the world.

Mr. Martin The NET Charter High School - Gentilly Grades 9-12

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

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Mr. Martin

New Orleans, LA View local requests

More than three‑quarters of 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

HBCU Alum 50 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
iLive - THE2021BDL LED Pop Up Movie Theater Kit - Black • Best Buy Education $139.99 1 $139.99
HP - ENVY 6455e Wireless All-In-One Inkjet Printer with 3 months of Instant Ink Included with HP+ - White • Best Buy Education $86.83 1 $86.83
Dots Homestyle Original Twist Pretzels 10 Bags/Box (MP0003) • Staples $14.59 2 $29.18
Hanaive 12 Pcs Learning Conversation Cubes Social Emotional Learning Activities Family Dice Game Speech Therapy For Kids Teacher Family Classroom (Foam) • Amazon Business $13.99 2 $27.98
Safety Magnets 4 Types of Bullying Poster - Anti Bullying Poster - Stop Bullying Poster for Classroom & Workplace - Bullying Prevention - Laminated - 12 x 18 inches (1) • Amazon Business $11.84 1 $11.84
Ocean Spray Juice Drink, Cranberry Mango, 10 Fl Oz Bottles, 6 Pack • Amazon Business $4.98 1 $4.98
Ocean Spray Juice Drink, Cran-Grape, 10 Ounce Bottle (Pack of 6) • Amazon Business $4.98 1 $4.98

Materials cost

$305.78

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$26.76

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$367.13

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$64.79

Total project goal

$431.92

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$431.92

2 Donors

-$207.12

Donations toward project cost

-$191.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$16.04

Matching donations from our partners

-$207.12

Match offers toward project cost

-$176.05

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$31.07

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.68

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$0.00

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