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Dr. Nicholson from Baltimore, MD is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Glow Within: A Mindful Journey of Candle Making and Self-Care

Help me give my students the tools and skills to better manage their self-care by learning mindfulness meditation and candlemaking.

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My Project

I would like to support students with developing the knowledge and skills necessary to improve their ability to practice healthy self-care habits. I serve high school students in an urban school setting and many of our students encounter high levels of stress and anxiety which impacts their ability to adequately focus and engage in school.

Teaching students about mindfulness meditation and candle making with various essential oils can help students to use these strategies as a form of self-care.

One of the most well-established benefits of mindfulness meditation is its ability to reduce stress. Studies have shown that mindfulness can lower cortisol (the stress hormone) levels, helping to calm the mind and body. By focusing on the present moment, individuals can distance themselves from stressors and learn to respond to them more calmly.

Additionally, essential oils such as, lavender, frankincense, and chamomile are known for their ability to reduce stress and anxiety. More specifically, lavender's soothing aroma can help lower cortisol levels, induce a sense of calm, and promote restful sleep. Additionally, frankincense and sandlewood are commonly used during meditation for their grounding and calming properties.

My ultimate goal is to support students in learning different self-care strategies to more effectively manage their feelings of stress and anxiety and to improve their overall health and well-being.

Dr. Nicholson Achievement Academy at Harbor City High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

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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Baltimore, MD 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

HBCU Alum 60 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wax Melter for Candle Making, 6Qts Candle Wax Melting Pot with Spout for Soy Wax Soap Base Easy Pour & Non-Stick & Temps • Amazon Business $74.99 1 $74.99
SAEUYVB Candle Making Kit for Adults with Hot Plate, DIY Starter Soy Candle Making Supplies/Kit - Perfect as Home Decorations（Black） • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Country Lane Soy Wax - Bag, 1 lb • Blick Art Materials $5.99 6 $35.94
Cliganic Organic Lavender Essential Oil - 100% Pure Natural for Aromatherapy Diffuser | Non-GMO Verified (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $25.94 1 $25.94
Cliganic Organic Ylang Ylang Essential Oil, 100% Pure Natural for Aromatherapy | Non-GMO Verified (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
Cliganic USDA Organic Frankincense Essential Oil - Boswellia Serrata, 100% Pure Natural Undiluted, for Aromatherapy | Non-GMO Verified (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $8.97 2 $17.94
Country Lane Melting Pot • Blick Art Materials $15.99 1 $15.99
16 Bags Dried Flowers,100% Natural Dried Flowers Herbs Kit for Soap Making, DIY Candle Making,Bath - Include Rose Petals,Lavender,Don't Forget Me,Lilium,Jasmine,Rosebudsand More • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Cliganic Organic Patchouli Essential Oil - 100% Pure Natural Undiluted, for Aromatherapy Diffuser | Non-GMO Verified (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
Cliganic Organic Cedarwood Essential Oil - 100% Pure Natural Undiluted, for Aromatherapy Diffuser | Non-GMO Verified • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
TOMNK 36pcs Paper Party Favor Bags, 9 Colors Small Gift Bags, 9.2 x 5.2 x 3.2 Mini Goodie Bags Wrapped Treat Bags for Birthdays, Baby Showers, Crafts and Activities, May Day, Wedding (Assorted Colors) • Amazon Business $7.49 1 $7.49

Materials cost

$278.18

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $16.69

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$338.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$59.82

Total project goal

$398.81

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $398.81

2 Donors

-$206.89

Donations toward project cost

-$175.86

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$31.03

Matching donations from our partners

-$191.92

Match offers toward project cost

-$163.13

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.79

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