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Ms. Yakovenko from Woodland Hls., CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calming Area

Help me give my students a calm and safe space to share their wants, needs, and struggles.

  • $867 goal

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My Project

I am a school-based mental health provider at a high school. I work with students who need emotional support and who struggle with housing instability, food insecurity, and other issues. I would love to give these students a calm and safe space to discuss their needs and feel supported. Many students struggle with immigration issues, domestic violence, grief, loss, and trauma. I work toward being a safe and calming presence and these chairs, puzzles, wall art, and other items will allow for me to have the tools I need to support these students effectively. Thank you kindly.

Ms. Yakovenko W.H. Taft Charter High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Woodland Hls., CA 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

500 students impacted 1donor

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Big Joe Classic Beanbag Chair, Sapphire • Amazon Business $33.44 3 $100.32
LESONG Brain Teasers Metal and Wooden Puzzles for Kids and Adults 9 Pack, Mind, IQ, and Logic Test and Handheld Disentanglement Games, 3D Coil Cast Wire Chain and Durable Wood Educational Toys • Amazon Business $25.99 2 $51.98
Dual Markers Brush Pen, Colored Pen Fine Point Art Marker & Brush Highlighter Pen for Adult Coloring Hand Lettering Writing Planner Art Supplier(36 Colors Pen Set) • Amazon Business $14.96 3 $44.88
Inspirational Diversity Wall Art in This Room Watercolor Canvas Painting Prints for Classroom Office Wall Decor Framed Equality Artwork Gifts(12x15 Inch) • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Mental Health Tapestry Small Feelings Chart Therapy Office Decor Social Emotional Learning Wall Art Kids Behavior Chart for School Classroom Counseling Office, 20 x 13 Inches (Feelings Wheel) • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
9 Pieces Mental Health Posters Anxiety Therapy Motivational Poster Psychologist Counselor Inspirational Posters Positive Quotes Wall Decor Classroom for Home Office, 8 x 10 Inch(Retro Style) • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Affirmators! Original: 50 Affirmation Cards Deck Affirmators Original Affirmation Cards to Help You Help Yourself without The Self-Helpy-Ness (50 Cards) • Amazon Business $13.03 2 $26.06
52 Essential Coping Skills Cards - Exercises for Stress Management, Anxiety Relief - Build Emotional Agility, Resilience, Confidence - Self Care Therapy Games for Teens, Adults - by Harvard Educator • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Shengshou 3x3x3 Puzzle Cube, Black • Amazon Business $7.90 3 $23.70
WHIMSYYY Moving Sand Art Liquid Motion Bubbler Flowing Sand Art Picture Desktop Sensory Calming Fidget Toy Voted Best Gift!(Ocean Heart) • Amazon Business $22.92 1 $22.92
Teacher Created Resources Everyone is Welcome Positive Affirmations Accents (TCR7133) • Amazon Business $6.99 3 $20.97
INNERICONS Mindfulness Therapy Games: Social Skills Game That Teaches Mindfulness for Kids, Teens and Adults Effective for Self Care, Communication Skills 40 Cards for Play Therapy • Amazon Business $19.94 1 $19.94
9 Calming Corner Classroom Posters, Mental Health Posters Therapy Office Decor ,Calm Down Corner Coping Skills Wall Art for Kids Toddler Classroom Preschool Homeschool Decoration, Feelings Chart For Kids Educational Posters For Classroom • Amazon Business $18.95 1 $18.95
KINGYAO 24 Pack Bundle Sensory Fidget Toys Set-Liquid Motion Timer/Grape Ball/Mochi Squishy/Stretchy String/Flippy Chain/Easter Egg/Marble Mesh/Squeeze Bean/Cube for Autistic Kids ADHD Anti-stress Toy • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Yookeer Mental Health Reminders Therapy Office Decor Positive Affirmations Wall Decor Inspirational Wall Art Psychology Feelings • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
9 Pcs Mental Health Posters Therapy Office Decor Boho Positive Psychology Unframed Canvas Wall Art for Office Decor 8 x 10 In (Retro Style) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Taco vs Burrito - The Strategic Family Friendly Card Game Created by a 7 Year Old - Perfect for Boys, Girls, Kids, Families & Adults [Amazon Exclusive] • Amazon Business $15.98 1 $15.98
Koosh 3" Ball -- Assorted Colors 3-Pack -- Easy to Catch, Hard to Put Down -- Fidget Toy -- Ages 3+ -- Colors May Vary • Amazon Business $14.74 1 $14.74
4 pack Boho Rainbow Classroom Decor Posters Boho Feelings Chart for Kids Counseling Office Decor Therapy Poster Social Emotional Learning Posters Calm Down Corner Supplies My Feelings Poster Mental Health Wall Decor 8x10 Unframed Boho Classroom Decor • Amazon Business $13.90 1 $13.90
4E's Novelty Expandable Breathing Ball Toy Sphere for Kids & Adults, Expands from 5.6" to 12" - Kids Calming Fidget Toys, Yoga Relaxation Accessories • Amazon Business $13.90 1 $13.90
LEGO Creator 3in1 Mighty Dinosaurs 31058 Building Toy Set for Kids, Boys, and Girls Ages 7-12 (174 Pieces) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Hasbro Gaming: Jenga Classic Game • Amazon Business $10.27 1 $10.27
Gersoniel 3 Pcs Mental Health Posters Psychology Therapy Office Decor Feelings Wall Art Kids Behavior Positive Educational Motivation Decoration for School Counseling Classroom (Things I Can Control) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
100 Mindful Mandalas Coloring Book, 100 Mandala Designs: Adult Coloring Book with 100 Beautiful and Relaxing Mandalas for Stress Relief • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
The Anxiety Relief Coloring Book for Adults: Mindful Coloring to Decrease Stress & Anxiety • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon Microfighter 75295 Building Kit; Awesome Construction Toy for Kids, New 2021 (101 Pieces) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
I Am Beautiful - Mindful Coloring for Kids Aged 4+: With Positive Affirmations - Inspirational & Motivational Sayings - Self Esteem and Relaxation for Girls and Boys • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Blue & Pink Liquid Motion Bubbler • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$638.34

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $58.41

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$736.33

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$129.94

Total project goal

$866.27

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $866.27

1 Donor

-$736.33

Donations toward project cost

-$736.33

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$129.94

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 $0.00

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