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Ms. Sanchez from Santa Ana, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mindful Learning: Tools for CHS Student Well-Being and Focus

Help me give my students the tools are helping create a calming, supportive classroom environment where students can focus, relax, and engage in their learning.

  • $498 goal

This project expired on March 6, 2025.

This project expired on March 6, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

How will the specific items make a difference in learning?

Snacks: Provide energy, improve focus, and keep students engaged by meeting their nutritional needs.

Zen Garden: Helps students relax, manage stress, and refocus, promoting a calm, positive learning environment.

Water: Keeps students hydrated, supporting better concentration and overall well-being.

Squishy Toys: Offer a calming outlet for sensory needs, helping students manage anxiety and stay focused.

2. What are your goals for this project?

Support Student Well-Being: Provide tools to manage stress and stay focused.

Improve Focus and Learning: Help students engage better with learning by reducing anxiety and meeting their physical needs.

Create a Positive Classroom Culture: Foster a supportive, inclusive environment where self-care is encouraged.

3. What makes your students special?

Students have diverse needs and learning styles. Many may struggle with stress, anxiety, or sensory overload. These items help address those challenges, creating a more balanced, focused classroom.

4. How do these items help with mental health?

Snacks: Reduce irritability and fatigue, supporting emotional balance.

Zen Garden: Provides a mindful, calming activity to manage stress.

Water: Prevents dehydration-related mood swings, promoting clarity and focus.

Squishy Toys: Help students manage anxiety and stay engaged by offering a calming, tactile outlet.

Ms. Sanchez Century 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.

Santa Ana, CA View local requests

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

Never Before Funded 200 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Japanese Zen Garden for Desk Sea Beach 12" x 8" Desktop Mini Zen Garden with White Sand Artificial Bonsai Tree Rocks Rakes & Accessories Meditation Zen Gifts Sand Tray Play Kit for Kids Adult • Amazon Business $23.99 2 $47.98
Kwik Stix Tempera Paint Sticks - Green, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $12.95 3 $38.85
Kwik Stix Tempera Paint Sticks - Blue, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $12.95 3 $38.85
Ultimate Variety Sampler Care Package - Gift Package, Snacks, Chips, Cookies, Bars, Candies, Nuts Gift Box, Great for HALLOWEEN, Christmas, Thanks Giving, Office Meetings ,Friends & Family, Military,College Students (50 Count) • Amazon Business $35.97 1 $35.97
True Clear Purified Bottled Water 8 fl. oz. Bottles 24/Carton (TC54595) • Staples $8.99 4 $35.96
Kwik Stix Tempera Paint Sticks - Black, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $12.95 2 $25.90
OREO Original, OREO Golden, CHIPS AHOY! & Nutter Butter Cookie Snacks Variety Pack, 56 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $23.35 1 $23.35
ASAKUKI Essential Oil Diffuser, Ultrasonic Aromatherapy Oil Humidifier with 7 Colors Lights 2 Mist Mode for Home • Amazon Business $20.69 1 $20.69
80 Pcs Squishies, Mini Mochi Squishy Toys for Kids Party Favors, Animal Squishies Squishy Fidget Toys, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Birthday Party Favors, and Gifts Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Kids • Amazon Business $13.95 1 $13.95
Kwik Stix Tempera Paint Sticks - Orange, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $12.95 1 $12.95
Kwik Stix Tempera Paint Sticks - Red, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $12.95 1 $12.95
Kwik Stix Tempera Paint Sticks - Purple, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $12.95 1 $12.95
Kwik Stix Tempera Paint Sticks - White, Pkg of 12 • Blick Art Materials $12.95 1 $12.95
Kwik Stix Tempera Paint Sticks - Yellow, Set of 12 • Blick Art Materials $12.95 1 $12.95
Really Good Stuff Classroom Chill Chips – Set of 40 – Help Kids Feel Calm and Focused – Practice Calming, Relaxing, & Resetting Strategies– Social-Emotional Learning – SEL for The Home and Classroom • Amazon Business $8.54 1 $8.54

Materials cost

$354.79

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $32.46

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.32

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$422.57

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.57

Total project goal

$497.14

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