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Ms. Valeri from Clifton, NJ is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mental Health Matters

Help me give my students motivational decor, snacks, stress balls, fidgets, and a mental health coloring book.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Valeri's classroom raised $500

This project is fully funded

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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

Taking care of our social and emotional health is vital, especially in the high school setting. Navigating feelings, thoughts, expectations, and wellness is no easy task, especially in the body and mind of a teenager! Some of my students experience anxiety, learning difficulties, anger issues, depression, past trauma, etc. These SEL tools will help students maintain focus during class time, calm nerves and senses throughout their school day and find comfort during counseling sessions.

Stress balls and calming tools will help reduce physical symptoms of anger and anxiety, while improving focus and concentration.

Meditation aids, tactile toys and sensory objects will promote groundedness and help reinforce the principles of mindfulness throughout the day, providing students with tools to navigate their emotions and thoughts more effectively, leading to healthier emotional responses and better decision-making. Mental health pillows and decor will help create a calm space in our office. Having snacks for our students will help them if they need a break or are hungry.

Resilience is essential for my students, who deal with personal, academic, or social difficulties. By promoting mindfulness and meditation, my students can come to my office for a safe, quiet space, use a calming koala or other aid to reduce stress and learn new ways to calm themselves so they can see and be the best versions of themselves. The goal is to assist my students with learning skills that extend beyond academics, helping them navigate the challenges of high school and beyond with greater ease and confidence.

Ms. Valeri Clifton High School Grades 9-12

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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.

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More than half 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

78 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Speks Mini Gump Stress Balls | Silky Soft Memory Gel | Squishy Fidget Toy for Kids and Adults | Prism | Pack of 6 • Amazon Business $17.96 6 $107.76
20 PCS Multicolored Quiet Fidgets Toys for Unique Fidget Experience, Anti Anxiety Sensory Toys Combine into New Shapes, Brain Imagination Tools, Relax Therapy Educational Toy for Kids Boys Adults • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
Utopia Bedding Throw Pillows Insert (Pack of 2, White) - 18 x 18 Inches Bed and Couch Pillows - Indoor Decorative Pillows • Amazon Business $24.74 1 $24.74
PopCorners Popped Corn Snacks, Sampler Pack, 1 Ounce (Pack of 20) (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $22.43 1 $22.43
Assorted Candy Variety Pack - Individually Wrapped Party Candy Assortment - Candy For Every Occasion! (32 Ounces) • Amazon Business $20.78 1 $20.78
Pushpeel Sensory Activity Board: Silicone Fidget Toy for Calming, Stress, Anxiety, ADHD & Autism | Silent, No Mess | Kids 3+ & Adults | Includes Portable Travel Bag & 11 Strings • Amazon Business $19.90 1 $19.90
Inspirational Diversity Wall Art in This Room Watercolor Canvas Painting Prints for Classroom Office Wall Decor Framed Equality Artwork Gifts(12x15 Inch) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
6 Set Squishy Sensory Stress Squeezing Balls for Adults: Best Calming Tool to Relieve Anxiety, Vent Mood and Improve Focus, Easter Basket Stuffers, Goodie Bag Stuffers • Amazon Business $14.24 1 $14.24
SkinnyPop Original Popcorn, Individual Snack Size Bags, Skinny Pop, Healthy Popcorn Snacks, Gluten Free, 0.65 Ounce (Pack of 30) • Amazon Business $14.20 1 $14.20
300PCS Motivational Stickers for Vision Board Water Bottles Laptops, Inspirational Quote Waterproof Vinyl for Journals Cups, Affirmation Boho Stickers for Women Holographic • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Large Print Easy Color & Frame - Stress Free (Adult Coloring Book) • Amazon Business $6.98 2 $13.96
KIND Minis, Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt/ Caramel Almond & Sea Salt, 14 Oz (Pack Of 20) • Amazon Business $13.62 1 $13.62
Snack Factory Pretzel Crisps, Original, 1 Oz Snack Bags, 10 Ct • Amazon Business $6.48 2 $12.96
Welch's Fruit Snacks Mixed Fruit 8 oz 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $12.89 1 $12.89
Nogrit Counseling Office Must Haves Pink Pillow Cover, Calming Corner, Mental Health Pillowcase Decor for Home Kids,Mental Health Counselor Gifts, Calming Corner Pillow Covers 18x18-1004 • Amazon Business $11.00 1 $11.00
HONLUNG Calming Corner Classroom Counseling Office Throw Pillow Cover, All Feelings are Okay Pillow case, Mental Health Gifts,Pillow Covers 18x18 • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Mental Health Self Reminder Refrigerator Magnets - Check Your Battery - Mental Health Office Decor - Therapy Office Decor Consulting Room Shelf Study Nursery Bedroom Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Mental Health Magnet Decor - Mental Health Self Reminder Refrigerator Magnets - What Zone are You in Sign for Kid Counselor Social Worker School Office Emotional Fridge • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$388.41

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$424.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.87

Total project goal

$499.11

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $499.11

1 Donor

-$499.11

Donations toward project cost

-$424.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.87

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