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Mr. Sanders from Jackson, MS is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mental Health Matters in Education

Help me give my students snacks and other social emotional learning resources to combat the most significant barrier of my students which is hunger.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Sanders's classroom raised $900

This project is fully funded

My Project

While we are fortunate to have many resources at our disposal, there is always a need for more support to help our students develop essential skills and lessons that will enhance their overall learning experience. As a school counselor, my primary goal is to address the basic, social, emotional, and academic needs of all my students. One of the most significant barriers to learning is hunger, which can prevent students from focusing while in class. Having a trusted adult in the building who can offer support, whether through food, technology for on-the-spot interventions, emotional guidance, or other resources, is incredibly valuable.

By providing snacks and other emotional support resources such as tablets for on-the-spot anger management and calming activities, fidgets, workbooks and other kits can also easily remove obstacles and help students engage more fully with their lessons.

School counselors play a vital role in supporting students, not just academically, but in meeting their immediate needs as well. When students know that resources are available to them, they are more likely to advocate for themselves and seek help when needed. I am requesting donations to help ensure that all students have access to the resources they need to succeed. Your support would make a significant impact in creating a more equitable and supportive environment for every student.

Mr. Sanders Lanier High School 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.

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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
Lenovo Tab M11 11" Tablet 64GB - Storm Grey • Best Buy Education $130.73 2 $261.46
GoGo squeeZ Fruit on the Go, Apple Apple, 3.2 oz (Pack of 48), Unsweetened Fruit Snacks for Kids, Gluten Free, Nut Free and Dairy Free, Reclosable Cap, BPA Free Pouches • Amazon Business $36.21 2 $72.42
Behind the Anger Therapy Kit - Anger Management Therapy Games for Kids and Teens | Social Emotional Therapeutic Games for Anger Control | Mental Health Therapy Tools and Toys for use by Professionals • Amazon Business $33.98 2 $67.96
200Pcs Pop Bracelet Fidget Toy, Wearable Fidget Bracelets Push Poping Bubble Sensory Toys Stress Relief Finger Press Silicone Wristband for Kids and Adults ADHD ADD Autism Anxiety • Amazon Business $47.99 1 $47.99
Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries, Breakfast Foods, Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (5 Boxes, 60 Pop-Tarts) • Amazon Business $21.48 2 $42.96
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Snack Stacks, Lunch Snacks, Office and Kids Snacks, Variety Pack (27 Cups) • Amazon Business $13.98 3 $41.94
Kind Healthy Snacks KIND Nuts & Sea Salt Variety Pack Minis Snack Bars, 0.7 Ounce, Box of 20 • School Specialty $32.99 1 $32.99
50 Social Emotional Learning Lessons Vol. 1 • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
50 Social Emotional Learning Lessons Vol. 2 • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
hand2mind Sensory Fidget Tubes, Calming Toys for Kids, Occupational Therapy Toys, Play Therapy, Stress Relief Toy, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Calm Down Corner Supplies (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $23.98 1 $23.98
Frito Lay Flamin' Hot Mix, Variety Pack (Pack of 40), Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $22.43 1 $22.43

Materials cost

$674.03

Vendor shipping charges

$3.30

Sales tax

$47.18

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$764.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$134.93

Total project goal

$899.55

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$899.55

1 Donor

-$899.55

Donations toward project cost

-$764.62

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$134.93

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