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Mrs. Kersey from Lincoln, AR is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calming Down During COVID-19

Help me give my students a calming space for us to use during mentor time.

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My Students

We are a small, rural high school with a very transient population. Most of our students are on free/reduced lunches, and I would say the majority of our students also have the added stress of working to help provide for their families. Therefore, a lot deal with the regular stresses of being a teenager, but also the stresses of working. Because of this, a lot of our students have very strong work ethics and ambitious goals for after high school.

Being in a small town, our students are the pride of our school system.

Students compete on all levels from local to national through athletics, FFA, FBLA, BETA club activities and more. As the only high school counselor, I serve the entire 9th through 12th grade student population and my job is to meet the academic, social/emotional, and career needs of each student. Though that is a challenge at times, it is always worthwhile.

My Project

This year has been more stressful for our kids and teachers than years before, and most likely it will continue to be that way. We have managed to stay in school with a virtual option, however, students honestly do not know from day to day when they are going to be quarantined and have to shift to online learning. In order to make this year more enjoyable we have created a mentor Friday each week where each staff member is a mentor to a group of about 20 kids. We spend the entire day having fun, catching up on work, etc. This has helped us continue to build relationships with our in-person and our virtual students. Throughout all of this my mentor group & my students are persevering by still putting forth their best effort daily despite not knowing what changes will happen tomorrow.

Even though some may seem to be thriving and resilient, anxiety and depression have been on the rise this year.

Mindfulness practices can help people manage stress, cope better with illness and reduce anxiety and depression. I would like to provide a mindful space for my students and mentees to calm down when overwhelmed or stressed here at school; a place where they can take a break and get away from the computer screen.

Since I'm the only counselor, a lot of times I am detained and not able to be with every student when they need me. This space would truly benefit all of our students, every day and especially on our mentor Fridays. Some items I'm including in this project such as the weighted blanket, the diffuser, the sound machine, the light machine, and the stress relief toys will be able to provide different sensory items for students as needed.

Mrs. Kersey Lincoln High School Grades 9-12

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Lincoln, AR View local requests

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 Quantity Total
Huggaroo 7 lb Weighted Blanket – Weighted Lap Pad – Weighted Throw – Weighted Lap Blanket – Perfect for Sleeping and Relaxing – Machine-Washable – Chenille, Soothing Blue • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Ultimate Aromatherapy Diffuser & Essential Oil Set - Ultrasonic Diffuser & Top 10 Essential Oils - 300ml Diffuser with 4 Timer & 7 Ambient Light Settings - Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils - Lavender • Amazon Business $39.95 1 $39.95
Gaiam Essentials Thick Yoga Mat Fitness & Exercise Mat with Easy-Cinch Yoga Mat Carrier Strap, Navy, 72"L x 24"W x 2/5 Inch Thick • Amazon Business $16.98 2 $33.96
Ocean Wave Projector,12LED Night Light Lamp with Adjustable Lightness Remote Control Timer, 8 Color Changing Lighting Modes Star Projector for Baby Bedroom Decoration • Amazon Business $29.89 1 $29.89
Homz 4 Storage Cart, Set of 1, Black Frame/Clear Drawers • Amazon Business $25.18 1 $25.18
White Noise Sound Machine | Portable Sleep Therapy for Home, Office, Baby & Travel | 6 Relaxing & Soothing Nature Sounds, Battery or Adapter Charging Options, Auto-Off Timer | HoMedics Sound Spa • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Sensory Fidget Toys Set, 25 Pcs., Stress Relief and Anti-Anxiety Tools Bundle for Kids and Adults, Marble and Mesh, Pack of Squeeze Balls, Soybean Squeeze, Flippy Chain, Liquid Motion Timer & More • Amazon Business $18.95 1 $18.95
Kicko Colorful Kinetic Sand - 6 Pack of Magic Sand in Assorted Colors - Gifts for Kids, Stress Reliever, Learning Tool, Novelties, Party Favors and Bag Supplies • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Lohoee 3pcs Push Pop Sensory Bubble Toys Stress Reliever Autism Fidget Toy Bubble Sensory Squeeze Toy Silicone Stress Reliever Toy for Anxiety • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Play-Doh Bulk Spring Colors 12-Pack of Non-Toxic Modeling Compound, 4-Ounce Cans • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$242.88

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $20.04

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$296.56

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$52.33

Total project goal

$348.89

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $348.89

1 Donor

-$112.33

Donations toward project cost

-$98.85

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.48

match offer

-$232.60

Match offer toward project cost

-$197.71

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.89

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$3.96

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 $0.00

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