Mindfulness in Science allows space for Knowledge-Filled Minds
Help me give my students a mindful space in their science classroom to find some peace and empowerment as they learn about this amazing planet we live on.
$518 goal
This project expired on September 1, 2025.
This project expired on September 1, 2025.
Celebrating 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
My students WANT to learn, to be curious, to do science... They beat the odds every day that they show up, please help make their class time effective! As high schoolers in a Title 1 transfer school in NYC, each one of them has survived some negative educational or life experience. Their lives, and their paths to graduation, are full of obstacles. But they show up, and they want to learn!
By adding mindfulness activities and ambiance, you will help to remove some of the obstacles my students face in their learning.
All of the items in this project tie to science content and provide an opportunity for learning. Each one also provides space for a mindful moment or practice, supporting students in their social-emotional learning and helping them to prepare for life beyond the classroom. I want my students to leave my room not only with new science knowledge each day, but also strategies and skills on how to regulate their emotions and stress as they face the challenges of life in NYC. Please help create a mindful space in our science classroom.
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
150 students impacted
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Materials cost
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Vendor shipping charges
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Sales tax
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3rd party payment processing fee
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Total project cost
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Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$77.69
Total project goal
$517.92
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