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Mrs. Montecino from Oxnard, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Harmony for Minds: Supporting Student Mental Health Through Sound Baths

Help me give my students overall mental health well-being using sound vibrations with chimes.

  • $306 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

I am requesting chimes for my students' overall mental health and well-being using sound vibrations.

Stress Reduction: School environments can be stressful due to academic pressures, social dynamics, and extracurricular activities.

Sound therapy, such as guided sound baths or calming music, can help students unwind, reduce stress levels, and promote relaxation during and after school hours.

Enhanced Focus and Attention: Certain types of sound, such as ambient music or rhythmic beats, can help students maintain focus and concentration while studying or engaging in classroom activities. By creating a conducive auditory environment, sound can improve cognitive performance and productivity.

Emotional Regulation: Adolescence is a period of emotional volatility, and students may struggle with managing their emotions effectively. Sound healing techniques, such as mindfulness meditation with sound or toning exercises, can help students regulate their emotions, cope with stressors, and develop resilience.

Improved Sleep Quality: Many students experience sleep disturbances due to academic demands, extracurricular activities, or digital device use. Incorporating sound-based relaxation techniques before bedtime, such as listening to calming music or engaging in guided imagery, can promote better sleep quality and overall well-being.

Social Connection: Participating in group sound healing sessions or musical activities can foster a sense of community and belonging among students. By engaging in collaborative sound experiences, students can develop social skills, build supportive relationships, and combat feelings of isolation or loneliness.

Mrs. Montecino Rio Del Valle Middle School Grades 6-8

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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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Oxnard, CA 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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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Koshi Chime Set of 4 Elements Terra/Aqua/Aria/Ignis • Amazon Business $142.00 1 $142.00
East 14th St/Chimefornia Stand for 14" Gongs or 4 Koshi Chimes. Includes 1 Stand/Multipurpose Stand for 1 Gong or 4 Koshi & Zaphir Chimes/Made of Pine • Amazon Business $65.93 1 $65.93

Materials cost

$207.93

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $19.03

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.12

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$260.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$45.90

Total project goal

$305.98

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $305.98

1 Donor

-$152.99

Donations toward project cost

-$130.04

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.95

match offer

-$152.99

Match offer toward project cost

-$130.04

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.95

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 $0.00

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