Calm Minds and Strong Bodies. Empowering Students with Yoga
Help me give my students a fully equipped yoga classroom to practice mindfulness
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Nuñez's classroom raised $1,247
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
In today’s fast-paced educational environment, it’s crucial to create a space where students can unwind and reconnect with themselves. With the support of generous donors, I aim to transform our classroom into a serene yoga sanctuary equipped with yoga mats, yoga blocks, mindfulness journals, an oil diffuser, yoga baskets, and a speaker to play relaxing music. Each of these items is chosen to foster a holistic learning experience that nurtures both the mind and body of my students.
Yoga mats and blocks will provide a comfortable foundation for practicing poses and stretches, enhancing flexibility and strength while teaching perseverance and balance.
Mindfulness journals will offer personal spaces for students to reflect on their practice, set intentions, and track their emotional growth, aiding in self-awareness and emotional regulation. An oil diffuser will introduce calming scents, creating a tranquil atmosphere that promotes relaxation and focus, essential for managing academic pressures.
Yoga baskets will keep our space organized, ensuring materials are accessible and the classroom remains clutter-free, contributing to a peaceful environment. The speaker will play soothing music, enhancing the calming experience of yoga sessions. Together, these items will create an environment where students can engage in yoga and mindfulness practices, crucial for their well-being and academic success.
My goals for this project are to create a safe and inviting space for regular mindfulness and yoga practice, helping students develop stress-coping strategies, improve concentration, and build resilience. This project also aims to foster a sense of community and support among students as they share this experience, cultivating lifelong habits of wellness and self-care.
Nearly all 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
Bose - Portable Smart Speaker with built-in WiFi Bluetooth Google Assistant and Alexa Voice Control - Triple Black
• Best Buy Education
$399.99
1
$399.99
MEIDI Waterless Essential Oil Diffuser - Bluetooth Cordless Aromatherapy Diffuser with App Control, Smart Timer Setting, Hang-up Design and Wide Coverage for Home, Office, Hotel and SPA - Black
• Amazon Business
$148.99
1
$148.99
Mindfulness for Teens: A Daily Journal
• Amazon Business
$3.99
35
$139.65
Nuanchu 16 Pack 68" x 24" x 4 mm Yoga Mats Bulk Gym Mats Bundle Thick Eva Yoga Mats for Kids and Adult Latex Free Exercise Mats with Non Slip Texture for Outdoor Yoga, Workout or Pilates
• Amazon Business
$109.99
1
$109.99
10 Pack Yoga Mats Bulk, 68'' x 24'' x 4mm Thick Yoga Mats for Kids and Adult Gym Mats Bundle Latex Free Exercise Mats with Non Slip Texture for Outdoor Yoga, Pilates or Workout
• Amazon Business
$87.79
1
$87.79
MXMHOME XXXLarge Woven Rope Basket With Handles, 23.6”x23.6”x14.1” Basket for Blankets for Living Room, Large Baby Toy Storage Basket, Wicker Woven Big Round Laundry Basket Hamper
• Amazon Business
$17.99
4
$71.96
10 Pcs Yoga Blocks Bulk EVA Foam Blocks High Density Foam Brick Yoga Accessories, Improve Strength and Aid Balance and Flexibility, Supportive Soft Non Slip Surface for Pilates (Multicolor)
• Amazon Business
$42.99
1
$42.99
Woodstock Wind Chimes Zenergy Solo Hand Chime, Silver (7") Musically Tuned for Meditation, Yoga and Mindfulness, Bell Percussion Instrument For Teachers and Classrooms
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Materials cost
$1,014.35
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$15.22
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,059.57
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$186.98
Total project goal
$1,246.55
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$1,246.55
1 Donor
-$1,246.55
Donations toward project cost
-$1,059.57
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 Ms. Nuñez and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
