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Mrs. Borchardt from Swea City, IA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Social Emotional Learning Supplies for New School Social Work Offices

Help me give my students tools for calming and self regulation in the new School Social work office! These items will allow students to address their mental health and receive social emotional learning supports and learn positive skills!

  • $650 goal

This project expired on August 18, 2025.

This project expired on August 18, 2025.

My Project

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is a key component of positive education that can help students develop skills that improve their academic performance and behaviors at school.

My goal is to provide calming tools to help students regulate their emotions and be able to focus on their education while keeping their minds and bodies calm.

Our small rural school district is invested in student mental health and assisting our students in navigating challenges, building resilience, and thriving both academically and socially. We will be implementing a NEW school social work support program in the three school buildings in our district starting in August of 2025.

These items will allow students in each of our buildings to have access to a wide variety of fidgets, calming tools, social skills activities and games, and other items that will help support student mental health and behavior in our school!

Mrs. Borchardt North Kossuth Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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.

Swea City, IA View local requests

More than half of 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

125 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
PEACE PETS Weighted Lap Pad Animal for Kids - 5 lbs or Custom Weight up to 20lbs - 23.5x16in - Washable Weighted Lap Blanket for Kids Adults School Sleep Pal Dog - 5 LB • Amazon Business $49.97 2 $99.94
Connect More - Social Skills Games and Therapy Games, Multiplayer up to 6 Players, 4 in a Row Connect Game Fostering Conversation and Relationship Building • Amazon Business $35.00 2 $70.00
Solfres Small Weighted Lap Pad Blanket Throw for Kids Boys Teens 20in x 23in 5 Lbs - Sleep Therapy Plush Travel Size with Removable Cover, Galaxy Space Stars, Washable, Dark Blue • Amazon Business $23.99 2 $47.98
Bouncyband Wiggle Seat Little Sensory Chair Cushion, 10-3/4 Inches, Green • School Specialty $20.02 2 $40.04
3D Pin Art Toy, Pin Art Board Pin Art Toy for Kids, Sensory Toys for Age 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10+ Years Old Kids Boys Girls, Toddler Toys Birthday Gifts Baby Girl Boy Gifts Fidget Toys(Multicolor) • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
YOUBLEK 16" | 2 Pounds Pink Hippo Weighted Stuffed Animals,Sensory Comfort Plush Throw Pillow Toy,Kawaii Plushies Hugging Toy Gifts for Kids & Adults (Hippopotamus, 16 inch 2 Pounds) • Amazon Business $15.93 2 $31.86
Pocket Ungame All Ages Version - Communication Game - Encourages Thoughtful Conversation - Family Friendly & Ideal for Travel • Amazon Business $14.98 2 $29.96
Learning Resources Be Kind Conversation Cubes 6/Set (LER7377) • Staples $14.74 2 $29.48
Color Changing Putty Fidget Toy for Kids Stress Relief and Therapy and Great ADHD Fidget Putty Toy That Changes Colors • Amazon Business $13.25 2 $26.50
24 Pack Stress Balls for Kids, Fidget Stress Relief Toys Squeeze Balls for Boys Girls Classroom Exchange School Prize and Party Favors Gifts • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Squishy Sensory Toys for Kids Toddlers: Super Soft & Textured Sensory Fidget Toy for Autistic Children Special Needs | Stress Calming Toys for Kids | Baby Stocking Stuffers Fidget Toy for Autism, ADHD • Amazon Business $8.49 2 $16.98
Kabvry Fidget Toys Slug ,Sensory Slug Fidget Toy for Kids ,Toddler Sensory Toys,Stress Relief Toy,ADHD Autism Toys,Preschool Boy Girl Gifts Idea,Easter Basket Stuffers Gift for Kids(6PCS) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Therapy Games for Teens: 150 Activities to Improve Self-Esteem, Communication, and Coping Skills • Amazon Business $9.59 1 $9.59

Materials cost

$478.29

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.00

Sales tax

 $32.76

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$552.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$97.45

Total project goal

$649.67

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