Wellness in the Classroom: Providing Hygiene and Mental Health Resources
Help me give my students support for physical and mental health in our classroom. With these items, students will have access to hygiene products and mental health resources.
The specific items requested, including hygiene products, feminine menstrual products, board games, trash bins, and cleaning supplies, will significantly impact students' learning by promoting a healthier and more focused classroom environment. Access to hygiene and menstrual products ensures students can attend school without discomfort or embarrassment, reducing absenteeism and allowing them to concentrate on their studies. Board games provide a constructive and engaging way for students to interact, fostering social skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, while also offering a necessary break from social media stress. Clean and organized classroom spaces, facilitated by adequate trash bins and cleaning supplies, create a more conducive environment for learning, reducing distractions and promoting a sense of responsibility and pride in their surroundings.
The primary goals for this project are to promote physical well-being by ensuring access to essential hygiene and menstrual products, enhance mental health by providing board games as a positive outlet for stress relief and social interaction, maintain a clean learning environment with necessary cleaning supplies and trash bins, and foster a positive learning atmosphere that supports both physical and mental health, enabling students to focus on their academic and personal growth.
My students are unique because they come from diverse backgrounds and bring a rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and talents to the classroom. They are resilient, curious, and eager to learn, despite facing various challenges in their daily lives. Their determination to succeed and their willingness to support one another create a strong, inclusive community. This project aims to honor their special qualities by providing the resources they need to thrive both academically and personally, recognizing that their well-being is integral to their success.
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
U by Kotex Balance Sized for Teens Ultra Thin Pads with Wings, Heavy Absorbency, 56 Count (4 Packs of 14) (Packaging May Vary)
• Amazon Business
$13.96
4
$55.84
Kleenex® Professional Facial Tissues, Bulk (21400), Soft, 2-Ply, Flat Facial Tissue Boxes for Business (100 Tissues/Box, 36 Boxes/Case, 3,600 Tissues/Case)
• Amazon Business
$50.48
1
$50.48
Greenco Small Trash Cans for Home or Office, 2-Pack, 4.5 Gallon Black Mesh Round Trash Cans - Desk Trash Can - Lightweight, Sturdy for Under Desk, Kitchen, Bedroom, Den, Dorm Room, or Recycling Can
• Amazon Business
$25.18
2
$50.36
Dove Deodorant (Pack of 6) 5.07 Oz
• Amazon Business
$22.99
2
$45.98
EOENVIVS Storage Bins with Lids 6 Pack, Plastic Storage Bins with Bamboo Lids for Pantry Organization and Storage Containers for Shelves Drawers Desktop Closet Playroom Classroom Office Home, Black
• Amazon Business
$29.99
1
$29.99
Regal Games Mancala Board Game - Fun Classic Table Game with Wooden Board for Adults & Kids - 48 Glass Mancala Beads & 2 Player Games - Ideal for Family Game Night, Travel (Ages 8+)
• Amazon Business
$14.69
2
$29.38
Pressman Toys - Cage Bingo
• Teachers' School Supply
Pressman Chess Board Game Pack of 3 (PRE112412-3)
• Staples
$22.81
1
$22.81
Wooden Toy Twist Block Cubes Puzzle Sensory Toys for Teens Party Favors for Boys and Girls (6 Pieces)
• Amazon Business
$9.99
2
$19.98
Hasbro Gaming Connect 4 Classic Grid,4 in a Row Game,Strategy Board Games for Kids,2 Player .for Family and Kids,Ages 6 and Up
• Amazon Business
$9.99
2
$19.98
Berlune 24 Pcs Classroom Chair Bands Fidget Chairs and Desks Bands ADHD Autism Tools Bounce Flexible Seating for Classroom(Black, 1 mm)
• Amazon Business
$19.79
1
$19.79
Batiste Dry Shampoo Spray 4 Pack Variety Mix, Original Clean And Classic, and Tropical Fragrance, 2 Each 6.73 oz.
• Amazon Business
$18.95
1
$18.95
Dr.Kbder Fidget Toys Adults Set 2Pcs, Easter Basket Stuffers for Kids Teen Autism Sensory Toys Pack with Figette Cube Figits Ring Classroom ADHD Stress Relief Toys, Cool Gadget Desk Spinner Toy
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
Dr.BeTree Magnetic Spice Rack for Refrigerator Magnetic Paper Towel Holder Shelf Fridge Magnet Organizer Spice Rack Organizer Kitchen Organization Kitchen Storage Black
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
12 Pieces Mini Cube Blocks Mini Cube Desk Toy Magic Sensory Tool Blocks Puzzle Flip Cube for Teens Adults Birthday Favors (Star and Macarons)
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
Small Trash Bags 4-6 Gallon, Inwaysin 200 Count Biodegradable Trash Bags 4 Gallon, Extra Strong Small Garbage Bags Unscented, Size Expanded, Green, for Bathroom Bedroom Office Kitchen Trash Can
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
CTRL+ALT+DEL Motivational Wall Art & Décor – Wall Decor, Bedroom Decor, Home Decor, Office Decor, Room Decor Aesthetic | Wall Prints | Classroom Decor Entrepreneur Positive Quotes Poster Prints 10x8"
• Amazon Business
$12.88
1
$12.88
Pressman Classic Checkers Game - Elementary-Middle School - Kids
• School Specialty
$6.07
2
$12.14
Life Savers Wint O Green Mints Candy Bag 6.25 oz (NFG885041)
• Staples
$3.02
4
$12.08
Anezus 200 Pcs Black Elastics Hair Ties Small Bulk Hair Ties Hair Bands (4mm)
• Amazon Business
$8.99
1
$8.99
Materials cost
$685.61
Vendor shipping charges
$32.15
Sales tax
$30.17
3rd party payment processing fee
$10.28
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$788.21
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$139.10
Total project goal
$927.31
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$927.31
3 Donors
-$927.31
Donations toward project cost
-$788.21
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Kumu Griff and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
