Help me give my students essential oils, a speaker, a diffuser, a saucer chair, and document camera to create a safe environment to express and process their emotions and learn coping skills to handle the challenges they face
My students are an inspiration to me daily. They are creative and talented individuals who are yearning to be seen and heard. They have so much to give. They are passionate about creating and sustaining a learning community where they have an opportunity to express themselves through music, dance, digital media, and visual arts.
Our students are living examples of courage, resilience and hope in spite of the challenges they face everyday.
It is our responsibility as educators to nurture the needs of the whole child so that they may develop their full potential and become morally responsible adults. This is how we help to transform the world, by transforming one student at a time. The goal is that they grow to become reflective, honest, and empowered. I am so proud to be a part of this process.
My Project
Working with high school students who have experienced various forms of trauma, marginalization, displacement, and violence warrant periods of “Time Out”. Time out from academics and “Time In” for Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). Students require time to recognize, process and manage the emotions of the everyday racism, bullying, and rejection they experience. They need time in a safe and supportive school environment where they feel heard, valued and respected in order to cope with and grow from experiences of violence and trauma.
Time Out: Life Lessons Taught with Love is an opportunity for students to relax and spend time learning and reflecting on life lessons with compassionate, caring staff who are dedicated to providing the support and guidance they need to be successful in school and life.
The items chosen for the project will be utilized to create a multi-sensory experience for students. The aromatherapy diffuser, essential oils, comfortable chair, and speaker will help to create a relaxing and healing learning environment. The document camera will be used to project daily affirmations, quotes, and SEL case studies and lessons. It is important that students feel safe, and by intentionally targeting multiple senses, we can help create a calm environment different from other spaces within the school.
This is a critical project because students need spaces to refocus and collect themselves in order to learn throughout the school day. This project will help students do that through positive identity development and intentional spaces of calmness to support students' mental health. The more we acknowledge the benefit of SEL, the better we can support students. If we want students to succeed in college, career and life, we also have to prioritize their mental wellness. By investing in this project, you are investing in the future!
More than three‑quarters 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
Elmo USA MX-1 Visual Presenter
• Staples Advantage
$439.00
1
$439.00
Bose SoundLink Micro Bluetooth speaker - Bright Orange
• Amazon Business
$99.00
1
$99.00
Urban Shop Faux Fur Saucer Chair with Metal Frame, One Size, Black
• Amazon Business
$39.00
1
$39.00
ArtNaturals Therapeutic-Grade Aromatherapy Essential Oil Set – (8 x 10ml) - 100% Pure of the Highest Quality Oils – Peppermint, Tea Tree, Lavender, Eucalyptus
• Amazon Business
$16.95
1
$16.95
URPOWER 2nd Version Essential Oil Diffuser Aroma Essential Oil Cool Mist Humidifier with Adjustable Mist Mode,Waterless Auto Shut-off and 7 Color LED Lights Changing for Home Office Baby
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
Materials cost
$609.94
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$9.15
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$649.09
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$114.55
Total project goal
$763.64
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$763.64
8 Donors
-$618.64
Donations toward project cost
-$525.84
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$92.80
match offer
-$145.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$123.25
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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