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Ms. Julia Paige Nadolny from Springfield, MA is requesting musical instruments through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mindfulness in the Classroom

Help me give my students healing sound instruments to help in relaxation and mindfulness practices.

  • $252 goal

This project expired on June 27, 2024.

This project expired on June 27, 2024.

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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

Mindfulness Curriculum: A structured mindfulness curriculum provides students with opportunities to learn and practice mindfulness techniques, strategies, and exercises. By incorporating mindfulness activities into daily routines, students can develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and stress reduction skills, which are foundational for academic success and overall well-being.

Resources: Access to a variety of mindfulness resources, such as books, videos, guided meditations, and mindfulness apps, enriches students' learning experiences and supports their mindfulness practice.

These resources offer diverse perspectives, techniques, and tools for students to explore and integrate into their daily lives, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of mindfulness.

Activities: Engaging students in mindfulness activities and practices allows them to experience the benefits of mindfulness firsthand. Mindfulness activities, such as deep breathing exercises, body scans, mindful movement, and guided visualizations, help students cultivate present-moment awareness, concentration, and relaxation, promoting a positive and supportive classroom environment conducive to learning.

Ongoing Support: Offering ongoing support and resources for teachers and students ensures the sustainability and success of mindfulness initiatives in the classroom. Ongoing support may include mentoring, coaching, peer collaboration, and access to additional training and professional development opportunities, allowing teachers to refine their mindfulness instruction and address emerging needs and challenges.

The goals for this project are to:

Cultivate a culture of mindfulness and well-being in the classroom.

Promote students' social-emotional learning, resilience, and mental health.

Enhance students' self-awareness, self-regulation, and emotional intelligence.

Improve students' ability to focus, concentrate, and manage stress effectively.

Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Ms. Julia Paige Nadolny Mary O Pottenger Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Springfield, MA 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

22 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
8 Pcs Tibetan Buddhist Meditation Bells Set,3.1inch Singing Bowl Set,2.5inch Tingsha Bells,7.5inch Brass Bell Dorje Vajra,Singing Scripture Implement,8inch Dharma Mat and Zen Bag • Amazon Business $56.83 1 $56.83
Tibetan Singing Bowls Machine - 5 Sound Bowls for Yoga, Meditation, Mindfulness, Chakra Healing and Stress Relief, Timer and Memory Features, Plug in • Amazon Business $49.95 1 $49.95
Ohm Store Tibetan Singing Bowl Set — Meditation Sound Bowl Handcrafted in Nepal for Yoga, Chakra Healing, Mindfulness, and Stress Relief — Unique Spiritual Gifts for Women and Men • Amazon Business $24.97 1 $24.97
REGIS Tibetan Singing Bowl Set ， Mindfulness, and Stress Relief zen decor，Bowl Handcrafted in Nepal for Healing and Mindfulness (4 inch) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
SOLSHINE 7.8INCH Mallet with Silicone Coating for Crystal Singing Bowls for Crystal Quartz or Tibetan Sound Healing Yoga Meditation Singing Bowls • Amazon Business $14.89 1 $14.89
Qsanpel Meditation Chimes Trio Attention Getters for Responsive Classroom Teachers Mindfulness Energy Chime Sound Healing Instruments Yoga Chimes for Classroom • Amazon Business $14.29 1 $14.29

Materials cost

$180.92

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$213.63

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$37.70

Total project goal

$251.33

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