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Mrs. Montecino from Oxnard CA is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Harmony for Minds: Supporting Student Mental Health Through Sound Baths

Help me give my students overall mental health well-being using sound vibrations. Crystal bowls, chimes, and drums are only a few examples of the sounds that have shown to enhance mood, improve sleep and reduce stress.

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

Middle School can be a very stressful and chaotic time for students.

Sound can play a vital role in supporting students' mental health in school environments in several ways: stress reduction, enhancing focus and attention, emotional regulation, and even improving sleep and social connections.

Stress Reduction: School environments can be stressful due to academic pressures, social dynamics, and extracurricular activities. Sound therapy, such as guided sound baths or calming music, can help students unwind, reduce stress levels, and promote relaxation during and after school hours.

Enhanced Focus and Attention: Certain types of sound, such as ambient music or rhythmic beats, can help students maintain focus and concentration while studying or engaging in classroom activities. By creating a conducive auditory environment, sound can improve cognitive performance and productivity.

Emotional Regulation: Adolescence is a period of emotional volatility, and students may struggle with managing their emotions effectively. Sound healing techniques, such as mindfulness meditation with sound or toning exercises, can help students regulate their emotions, cope with stressors, and develop resilience.

Improved Sleep Quality: Many students experience sleep disturbances due to academic demands, extracurricular activities, or digital device use. Incorporating sound-based relaxation techniques before bedtime, such as listening to calming music or engaging in guided imagery, can promote better sleep quality and overall well-being.

Social Connection: Participating in group sound healing sessions or musical activities can foster a sense of community and belonging among students. By engaging in collaborative sound experiences, students can develop social skills, build supportive relationships, and combat feelings of isolation or loneliness.

Mrs. Montecino
Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
TOPFUND 432 Hz Chakra Set of 7 Colored Crystal Singing Bowls 6-10 inch with Heavy Duty Carrying Cases and Singing Bowl Mallets • Amazon Business $399.98 1 $399.98
MEINL Sonic Energy Steel Tongue Drum Vintage Brown • Music & Arts $299.99 1 $299.99
MEINL Sonic Energy Meditation Flow Chimes - G Major Bronze • Music & Arts $179.99 1 $179.99
Treeworks Chimes Medium Top Bar Chime — Made in U.S.A. — for Percussion Tables, Desks, Classroom Music, Meditation or Yoga, Includes Tennessee Hardwood Stand, inch (TRE9t) • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
MEINL Sonic Energy Planetary Tuned Tuning Fork Earth • Music & Arts $49.99 1 $49.99
MEINL Synthetic Rainstick Red Large • Music & Arts $44.99 1 $44.99
MEINL Sonic Energy C Major Mini Steel Tongue Drum Black • Music & Arts $39.99 1 $39.99
MEINL Sonic Energy Pala Shaker Small • Music & Arts $19.99 2 $39.98
Bamboo Wind Chimes Chime for Sound Healing Meditation and Calming Emotions Classic Home Decoration Good Gift for Family Friends (C Chord) with Gift Box • Amazon Business $33.97 1 $33.97
MEINL Rainstick Black Small • Music & Arts $19.99 1 $19.99
MEINL Sonic Energy Thunder Drum Large • Music & Arts $18.99 1 $18.99

Materials cost

$1,197.85

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $109.60

3rd party payment processing fee

$17.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,355.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$239.19

Total project goal

$1,594.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,594.61

4 Donors

-$250.00

Donations toward project cost

-$227.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.50

An Anonymous Supporter match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $1,276.96

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