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Ms. Davis from Brooklyn, NY is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Boosting Mental Health Through Literacy and Hygiene

Help me give my students books and hygiene products to help boost their mental health.

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Boosting mental health through literacy and hygiene is crucial for the well-being of students at an all-girls high school. Literacy is important as it helps students develop critical thinking skills, expand their knowledge, and improve their communication abilities. By reading books donated to the school, students can escape into different worlds, learn about different cultures, and gain valuable insights that can help them navigate their lives. These books can serve as a form of therapy, offering a healthy outlet for stress and anxiety and promoting mental well-being among the students.

In addition to literacy, hygiene also plays a vital role in boosting mental health.

By promoting good hygiene practices such as regular hand-washing, proper grooming, and maintaining a clean environment, students can prevent the spread of illness and feel more confident in themselves. The school can provide hygiene kits and education on personal care to ensure that students are equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to take care of their physical well-being. By combining literacy and hygiene initiatives the school can create a holistic approach to promoting mental health among its students.

Ms. Davis Urban Assembly Institute - M&S for Young Women Grades 9-12

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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.

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Brooklyn, NY View local requests

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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano: Or Gustavus Vassa, The African, Written By Himself • Amazon Business $5.45 24 $130.80
Ultimate Variety Sampler Care Package - Gift Package, Snacks, Chips, Cookies, Bars, Candies, Nuts Gift Box, Great for HALLOWEEN, Christmas, Thanks Giving, Office Meetings ,Friends & Family, Military,College Students (50 Count) • Amazon Business $34.97 3 $104.91
Copper Sun • Amazon Business $8.29 10 $82.90
Swiffer PowerMop Wet Mop Pad, 8/Pack (08189) • Quill.com $13.29 2 $26.58
Secret Powder Fresh Invisible Solid Antiperspirant and Deodorant 0.5 oz. 24/Carton (31384CT) • Staples $26.45 1 $26.45
Swiffer PowerMop Mopping Pad and Floor Cleaning Solution Kit, Lavender Scent (09117) • Quill.com $15.79 1 $15.79

Materials cost

$387.43

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.81

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$423.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.69

Total project goal

$497.93

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $497.93

1 Donor

-$497.93

Donations toward project cost

-$423.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.69

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