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Ms. Tabares from New York, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fidget fun! Game on! Counseling Vibes!

Help me give my students a cozy nook packed with a treasure chest of social and emotional goodies!

  • $311 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate 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

The counseling office is like a cozy hideaway for students of all moods! Whether they’re riding high on happiness, feeling down in the dumps, or just needing a little chill time, this is the place to be. With a treasure trove of fidgets, conversation starters, and playful toys, students can find their groove and tackle whatever life throws their way!

A school counseling office is not just a place where students can learn how to better address their problems by developing their coping skills; it's about creating a safe space where students can express themselves freely and learn valuable life skills.

It's a place where laughter is encouraged, tears are comforted, and every student leaves feeling a little lighter and more equipped to face the world.

Every interaction becomes an opportunity to connect, understand, and support each student's unique journey. These tools, though simple, open doors to deeper conversations and insights, allowing us to build impactful relationships. In this inviting environment, students can explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and gain confidence in their abilities. The presence of such tools transforms the counseling office into a nurturing space where growth and healing flourish, fostering a community of empathy and resilience.

Ms. Tabares Middle School 293 City College Academy of Arts 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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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

573 students impacted 8donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Classic Sorry!, Yahtzee, & Connect 4 Bundle | Friends, Family Indoor or Outdoor Party Game|Fun Strategy Board Games for Kids | Ages 6 and Up • Amazon Business $44.63 1 $44.63
Weighted Stuffed Animal for Anxiety | Calming & Comforting 5 Lbs | Weighted Plush Animal Sloth | Anxiety Stuffed Animals for Adults & Kids | Carrying Bag Included | Machine Washable Weighted Plushie • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
Anger Management Toys - The Calm Ball - Coping Skills Tool, Anxiety Toys for Adults and Kids, Stress Relief Toys for Adults , Teens and Kids , Therapy Toys , Anxiety Relief , Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $28.95 1 $28.95
hand2mind Sensory Fidget Tubes, Calming Toys for Kids, Occupational Therapy Toys, Play Therapy, Stress Relief Toy, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Calm Down Corner Supplies (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $27.80 1 $27.80
Hanaive 12 Pcs Learning Conversation Cubes Social Emotional Learning Activities Family Dice Game Speech Therapy For Kids Teacher Family Classroom (Foam) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
4 FIDGET Friends - Bendable 3.5" Fidget Toy Axolotls (calming corner, desk pets, social emotional awareness learning, teen mental health) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 1 $16.00
Schylling NeeDoh Nice Cube - Sensory Toy with Super Solid Squish - 2.25" Cube - Colors May Vary (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $9.45 1 $9.45
Giant 4 Inches Jumbo Stress Balls for Adults Anxiety Relief, Nedoh Balls Squishy Balls Fidget Squeeze Squish Big Ball for Anti-Stress • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Mental Health Tapestry Small Feelings Chart Therapy Office Decor Social Emotional Learning Wall Art Behavior Chart for School Classroom Counseling Office, 20 x 13 Inches(Emotions) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Schylling NeeDoh Mac 'N' Squeeze - Sensory Fidget Toy - Assorted Colors - Ages 3 to Adult (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98
Schylling NeeDoh Ramen Noodlies - Sensory Fidget Toy - Multicolored - Ages 3 to Adult (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $7.33 1 $7.33

Materials cost

$228.43

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.84

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.43

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$263.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$46.54

Total project goal

$310.24

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $310.24

8 Donors

-$292.59

Donations toward project cost

-$263.70

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.89

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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