Help me give my students a bean bag seats and destress gadgets to create an Amygdala reset station that promotes self-regulation in the classroom.
$752 goal
This project expired on January 26, 2024.
This project expired on January 26, 2024.
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
Picture a classroom where students can shed their worries and fears, stepping in ready for a day of learning and growth. This is the vision for my classroom. The Amygdala Reset Station is a vital addition to modern classrooms that has revolutionized the learning environment.
So, what is the amygdala's role?
The amygdala is the region of the brain that is crucial for processing emotions - especially stress, fear, and anxiety. In the classroom, students face emotional challenges from academics to personal issues, hijacking their amygdala and hindering learning.
Why do we need an amygdala reset?
Emotional regulation enhances learning, making students better prepared to engage, absorb, and retain information. When students are functioning under the influence of their amygdala, they are unable to reason logically or focus on learning outcomes.
These stations serve as accessible resources, reducing mental health stigma and providing an emotional calm that improves social interactions by teaching conflict resolution and positive communication.
An Amygdala Reset Station provides a designated space for emotional reset, offering tools and techniques like mindfulness, breathing exercises, sensory tools, and counseling resources. These help students manage emotions effectively and regain balance.
In an era valuing holistic development, an Amygdala Reset Station is a necessity, not a luxury, in every classroom. It empowers students, fostering emotionally intelligent, resilient, and successful individuals. Prioritizing student emotional well-being through these tools is an investment in their future.
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
47 students impacted
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