My students need a classroom experience that allows them to be aware of their environment so they can learn via their senses, connecting their thoughts and emotions.
My students come from a wide range of socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. They have a wide mix of cognitive, emotional and social backgrounds. My students range in age from 3 years to 5 years old. Many of them have experienced lives filled with trauma and challenges that I, at 46 years of age, have never been faced with, yet they show up day after day with loving smiles, hugs, and joyful spirits. They are curious about the world around them, and they are eager to learn everything they can. They are global learners who will inspire the world.
It is my honor and pleasure to serve my students by preparing lessons that will engage them, inspire their passion and desire for learning and develop their drive for lifelong learning.
My students' desire to learn is much stronger than the challenges that face them. It brings me great joy to see my students make progress on a daily basis. Experiences, opportunities and thoughtful planning help them to build and develop skills that are delayed and improve their cognition. Our student population is 26% Hispanic, 6% Multiracial, .1% Hawaiian / Pacific Islander, 34.4% White, 31.7% Black and .07% Asian.
My Project
Preschool is often my students first school experience. It can be overwhelming because it is such a drastic difference from their homes. It is imperative that we create learning environments that allow children to feel comfortable and calm so that they are fully able to develop, learn and grow to their fullest potential. Creating a mindful classroom is the perfect way to ensure that we teach the whole child. We draw students into the school experience through all of their senses. Florescent lights are often harsh and not conducive to creating a calm atmosphere. We use lamps, and turn off half of the lights in an effort to soften the lighting. We would like to add an essential oil diffuser with color changing lights to further add to the calming atmosphere. This soft diffused light helps to create a more natural feeling in the classroom adding to the mindful experience that my students need to have. To further meet our sensory needs essential oils can add to the tranquility of the room and the use of chimes for transitions help to make the mindful experience for our students complete.
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
Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser - 500 ML Cool Mist Air Purifier, Atomizer & Aromatherapy Diffuser With 7 Changing Colors LED Lights 3 working modes. Four 100% Natural Scented Oils Included
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$39.99
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$79.98
Radha Beauty Aromatherapy Top 8 Essential Oils 100% Pure & Therapeutic grade - Basic Sampler Gift Set & Kit (Lavender, Tea Tree, Eucalyptus, Lemongrass, Orange, Peppermint, Frankincense and Rosemary)
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$16.95
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$16.95
TreeWorks Chimes TRE410 Made in USA Single Tone Energy Chime for Meditation and Classroom Use
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$11.99
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$11.99
Materials cost
$108.92
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.63
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$140.55
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$24.80
Total project goal
$165.35
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$165.35
4 Donors
-$92.68
Donations toward project cost
-$78.78
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$13.90
match offer
-$72.67
Match offer toward project cost
-$61.77
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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