Mental Health Support With Confidence and Emotional Stability
Help me give my students books, notebooks, shoulder bags, therapy games, and a Kwanzaa Kinara set.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Jones's classroom raised $817
This project is fully funded
My Project
As an educator, I am deeply committed to fostering an environment where all students feel safe, valued, and supported. In particular, I am focused on assisting students who are experiencing anxiety, depression, identity crisis, grief, homelessness, and loss. These students often face unique challenges that can affect their academic performance and overall well-being. By providing them with opportunities for relaxation, positive reinforcement, and emotional support, we can help them regain their sense of confidence and emotional stability.
This proposal seeks funding to create a safe and supportive space within the school office for students to relax, find comfort, and feel empowered.
My goal is to offer a variety of incentives and rewards, such as small prizes, relaxation tools, and emotional support materials, to help students manage stress and develop healthier coping strategies. This will help foster a positive school climate where students can thrive emotionally and academically.
The effectiveness of this program will be monitored through feedback from students, surveys, and observations. I will track student participation in the activities, the frequency of use of the relaxation tools, and overall improvements in students’ emotional well-being and engagement in school activities. Helping students feel safe and supported, especially those facing anxiety, depression, and grief. By providing them with tools, rewards, and a space where they can relax, we are not only improving their emotional health but also giving them a better chance for academic success. Your support will make a significant difference in their lives and contribute to the overall well-being of our school community.
I kindly request your approval and financial support for this project to help create a nurturing and supportive school environment for all students.
Thank you for considering this request. I look forward to your support in providing a safe, happy, and fulfilling school experience for students.
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
3 Product Bundle #3 - A Little SPOT of: SEL Book Sets + Cards (Books 33-40, Books 49-56, JUMBO Flash Cards) social emotional learning; calming corner
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$140.00
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$140.00
5 Notebook Afrocentric Designs Bundle #1 - Copper & Brass Collection (blank journals for teens, mental health, social emotional learning awareness)
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$60.00
2
$120.00
Sieral 4 Pcs African American Shoulder Handbag Black Girl Tote Travel Bag Inspirational Casual Shoulder Bag with Zipper Reusable Canvas Bags for office Gift
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$15.79
5
$78.95
4 FIDGET Toy Friends - 11.8" Plush Axolotl Stuffed Animals (calming corner, desk pets, social emotional learning, fidgets for teen mental health)
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$44.00
1
$44.00
Lakeshore Pose & Play Dolls - African American Family
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$27.99
1
$27.99
12 Pieces African Fabric Fat Quarters 19.5 x 15.7 Inch (50 x 40 cm), African Ankara Wax Print Fabric for Sewing, Face Covering Make, Craft Projects and Patch Work DIY(50 x 40 cm/ 19.5 x 15.7 Inches)
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$13.99
2
$27.98
A Kids Book About Depression - social emotional learning collection (hardcover)
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$20.00
1
$20.00
A Kids Book About Gratitude - social emotional learning collection (hardcover)
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$20.00
1
$20.00
A Kids Book About Feminism - inclusive, identity-affirming collection (hardcover)
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8 Pieces Kwanzaa Kinara Set 7 Kwanzaa LED Candles and 1 Kwanzaa Candle Holder Flameless Battery Powered Electric Candles Kwanzaa Candles Flameless Taper Candle with Wood Candle Stand(Classic Style)
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
The DBT Skills Workbook for Teens: A Fun Guide to Manage Anxiety and Stress, Understand Your Emotions and Learn Effective Communication Skills (Mental Health & Wellness Books For Teens)
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$15.96
1
$15.96
Wheel of Emotions Feelings Velvet Throw Pillow Covers Cozy Square Pillowcases Home Decor for Bed Couch Sofa Therapy Office Living Room Cushion Covers Counselor Physical Therapist Gifts 24"x24"
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$14.96
1
$14.96
12 Pcs African Print Fabric Fat Quarters Scraps African Fabric by Yard for Sewing Face Covering Make, Craft Projects and DIY Patch Work, 19.5 x 15.7 Inch/ 50 x 40 cm
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$13.98
1
$13.98
Emotions Feelings Wheel Chart Tapestry Poster Mental Health Tapestry Counselor Therapy Office Decor Wall Hanging Tapestries Wall Art Home Decor Kids Behavior Chart Social Emotional Learning
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$13.96
1
$13.96
Allura & Arcia 52 Stress Less & Self Care Cards - Mindfulness & Meditation Exercises - Anxiety Relief & Relaxation
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$13.89
1
$13.89
Inspirational Wall Decor - Entrepreneur Wall Art - Positive Quotes Motivational poster - Success Sayings - Encouragement Gifts for Men Women - Home Office Classroom Decor - Everything is Figureoutable
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$12.82
1
$12.82
Therapy Games for Kids: 100 Activities to Boost Self-Esteem, Improve Communication, and Build Coping Skills
• Amazon Business
$11.69
1
$11.69
Resilient Black Girl: 52 Weeks of Anti-Racist Activities for Black Joy and Resilience (Social Justice and Antiracist Book for Teens, Gift for Teenage Girl) (Badass Black Girl)
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$10.49
1
$10.49
Lizzo (African American Superstars)
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$4.20
2
$8.40
Materials cost
$652.05
Vendor shipping charges
$2.35
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$9.78
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$694.18
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$122.50
Total project goal
$816.68
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$816.68
2 Donors
-$381.68
Donations toward project cost
-$347.10
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$34.58
match offer
-$408.33
Match offer toward project cost
-$347.08
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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