Help me give my students a safe space where they can escape the challenging realities they live in. Help me support their journey to self acceptance, healing, empowerment and growth! Anything would be appreciated.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. P.'s classroom raised $488
This project is fully funded
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Thank you for your continued support of our high school mental health. Your contributions have a profound impact on the well-being of our students, and today we want to highlight specific tools that are essential for fostering emotional resilience: anger management toys, meditation cards, stuffed huggable animals, journal prompts, and self-esteem cards. These resources provide students with tangible ways to express and manage their emotions, offering them constructive outlets during challenging times.
These items, such as anger management toys, serve as effective tools for students to channel their frustration in a safe and healthy manner.
By providing an interactive way to process feelings, these toys can help prevent outbursts and promote self-regulation. Similarly, meditation cards encourage mindfulness practices, helping students to cultivate a sense of calm and focus amidst the pressures of school life. These tools not only improve emotional regulation but also equip students with lifelong skills for managing stress and anxiety.
The inclusion of stuffed huggable animals and self-esteem cards plays a critical role in nurturing emotional comfort and confidence. Stuffed animals can provide a sense of security and warmth, particularly during moments of distress, while self-esteem cards offer positive affirmations that empower students to recognize their worth. Additionally, journal prompts encourage reflective thinking, allowing students to explore their feelings and experiences in a constructive way.
Together, these resources create a supportive environment where students can thrive emotionally and academically, reinforcing the importance of mental health in their overall development. Your generosity helps make this possible, and we are deeply grateful for your commitment to our students’ well-being.
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
Calm Strips: Original CLASSROOM PACK 30 Sensory Focus (fidget toys, social emotional learning awareness, teen mental health stickers, calming corner)
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$42.00
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$42.00
Imagine Meditation Cards for Kids - Award-Winning Mindfulness kit of XL Cards with Calming Guided Meditations for Empowerment, Focus and Relaxation. Great for Parents, Teachers and Therapists.
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$26.99
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$26.99
Anger Management Toys - The Calm Ball - Coping Skills Tool, Anxiety Toys for Adults and Kids, Stress Relief Toys for Adults, Teens and Kids, Therapy Toys, Anxiety Relief, Social Emotional Learning
• Amazon Business
$24.95
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$24.95
9 Pcs Mental Health Reminders Gifts Positive Affirmations Wall Decor Therapists Office Table Decor Psychology Feelings Shelf Decors Mini Inspirational School Counselor Office Classroom Decorations
• Amazon Business
$16.79
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$16.79
Cards Against Anxiety (Guidebook & Card Set): A Guidebook and Cards to Help You Stress Less
• Amazon Business
$11.58
1
$11.58
I've Got This: Mood Tracker Journal - Mental Health Diary with Daily Guided Prompts and Self Reflection for Battling Depression, Negative Emotions, ... Men, Teens, Mom - Black Faux Leather Cover
• Amazon Business
$8.99
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$8.99
500 Journal Prompts: For Mental Health, Creativity, and Personal Exploration
• Amazon Business
$6.99
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$6.99
Materials cost
$378.29
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.67
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$413.96
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$73.05
Total project goal
$487.01
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$487.01
1 Donor
-$487.01
Donations toward project cost
-$413.96
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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