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Ms. Hejtmanek from Chignik Lake AK is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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New Classroom Resources for Social Emotional Learning!

Help me give my students new and update resources that cover math, reading, and social emotional skils!

  • 2 donors
  • $362 goal

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My Project

Social emotional learning (SEL) resources offer invaluable benefits to middle school students by equipping them with essential skills to navigate the complexities of adolescence and beyond. Firstly, these resources foster self-awareness and self-management, empowering students to recognize and regulate their emotions effectively. Middle school can be a tumultuous time filled with various stressors, such as academic pressures, social dynamics, and personal challenges. SEL resources provide students with tools to cope with these stressors constructively, promoting resilience and mental well-being. Additionally, by emphasizing empathy and interpersonal skills, such resources cultivate positive relationships and a sense of community within the classroom and beyond. Middle school students are at a crucial developmental stage where they are forming their identities and social connections. SEL resources aid in fostering empathy and understanding, essential ingredients for building meaningful relationships and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Integrating SEL into the classroom setting serves several goals aimed at holistic student development.

Firstly, it promotes academic success by creating an environment conducive to learning. When students feel emotionally secure and supported, they are more likely to engage in the learning process and exhibit improved academic performance. Furthermore, SEL fosters the development of essential life skills, such as communication, problem-solving, and decision-making, which are integral for success in both personal and professional realms. By incorporating SEL into the curriculum, educators aim to equip students with the tools they need to navigate the complexities of adulthood confidently. Moreover, SEL fosters a positive school climate characterized by mutual respect, cooperation, and inclusivity. By nurturing social and emotional competencies, schools not only prepare students for academic success but also for fulfilling and productive lives beyond the classroom.

Ms. Hejtmanek
Grades 6-8

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Life Skills For Teens: The 1st Visual Book on Soft Skills For Teenagers. Essential Life Skills For Teens Told Through Infographics. Books For Teens on Social Skills and Mindfulness • Amazon Business $44.79 1 $44.79
50 Social Emotional Learning Lessons Vol. 2 • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
50 Social Emotional Learning Lessons Vol. 1 • Amazon Business $29.93 1 $29.93
EMOTIONS FOR TEENS AND TWEENS: The 1st visual book on emotional intelligence for tweens and teens told through infographics. A graphic guide to ... relationships (Life Skills 101 For Teens) • Amazon Business $21.98 1 $21.98
Workbook For 50 Social Emotional Learning Lessons Vol. 1 • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
180 Days of Social-Emotional Learning for Sixth Grade (180 Days of Practice) • Amazon Business $15.49 1 $15.49
7th Grade Common Core Math: Daily Practice Workbook - Part II: Free Response | 1000+ Practice Questions and Video Explanations | Argo Brothers (Next Generation Learning Standards Aligned (NGSS)) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Life Skills For Teens: Workbook for Teens and Kids With 80+ Exercises To Master Self-Esteem, Mindfulness for Kids, Time-Management, Budgeting, and Social Skills That Define Your Teen’s Success • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Fast Math Success Workbook Grade 7-8: 7th to 8th Grade Math Workbook of Algebra, Percent, Geometry, Inequalities, and Pythagorean Theorem With Answers • Amazon Business $14.67 1 $14.67
7th Grade Common Core Math: Daily Practice Workbook - Part I: Multiple Choice | 1000+ Practice Questions and Video Explanations | Argo Brothers (Next Generation Learning Standards Aligned (NGSS)) • Amazon Business $13.67 1 $13.67
6th grade Math Workbook: CommonCore Math Workbook • Amazon Business $12.30 1 $12.30
Growth Mindset Workbook for Kids: 55 Fun Activities to Think Creatively, Solve Problems, and Love Learning (Health and Wellness Workbooks for Kids) • Amazon Business $10.32 1 $10.32
Hi/lo Passages To Build Reading Comprehension Grades 5-6: 25 High-Interest/Low Readability Fiction and Nonfiction Passages to Help Struggling Readers Build Comprehension and Test-Taking Skills • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Executive Functioning Workbook for Kids: 40 Fun Activities to Build Memory, Flexible Thinking, and Self-Control Skills at Home, in School, and Beyond (Health and Wellness Workbooks for Kids) • Amazon Business $9.39 1 $9.39
Print Handwriting Workbook for Adults: Improve your printing handwriting & practice print penmanship workbook for adults • Amazon Business $6.75 1 $6.75

Materials cost

$269.16

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$4.04

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.04

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$307.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$54.22

Total project goal

$361.46

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$361.46

1 Donor

-$153.62

Donations toward project cost

-$153.62

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$180.73

Match offer toward project cost

-$153.62

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.11

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$27.11

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

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