Help me give my students a place to decompress and prioritize themselves as mental health is related to academic success.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Sharma's classroom raised $675
This project is fully funded
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
A wellness center at our school would greatly impact students’ well-being and academic success by addressing critical mental health needs. Each year, about 800 of our 2,200 students are serviced through our mental health referral system, underscoring the growing demand for accessible support. A dedicated space to decompress, equipped with calming tools like comfortable seating, sensory items, and mindfulness equipment, would provide students with a sanctuary to recharge and refocus. Such resources would reduce stress and improve their ability to concentrate, boosting classroom engagement and academic performance.
Mental health plays a vital role in academic success.
When students struggle with anxiety, depression, or other emotional challenges, their ability to learn, retain information, and perform well in school is directly affected. A wellness center would provide not only a space to relax, but also access to counseling services and educational workshops on topics like stress management and coping strategies. These tools would help students develop emotional resilience, enabling them to overcome challenges and thrive academically.
Our goal for this project is to promote mental health awareness, support academic achievement, and foster a strong sense of community where students feel safe and connected. Our students are remarkable in their diversity, determination, and resilience. Despite the pressures of academics, extracurriculars, and personal challenges, they continually strive for success and balance. Many are leaders in clubs, sports, and service projects, contributing positively to our school and beyond.
By providing a wellness center, we are investing in the success and well-being of our students. This space would not only address immediate mental health needs, but also equip students with lifelong skills to manage stress and maintain balance, creating a healthier, more supportive environment for everyone.
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
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Materials cost
$491.13
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$44.94
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.37
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$573.44
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$101.20
Total project goal
$674.64
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$674.64
1 Donor
-$337.32
Donations toward project cost
-$286.72
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$50.60
match offer
-$337.32
Match offer toward project cost
-$286.72
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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