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Ms. Barlow from Philadelphia, PA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Learning Through Trauma

Help me give my students supplies to help them regulate their emotions in class while they are coping with trauma.

  • $421 goal

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Ms. Barlow has another project! Donate to Dressed for Success to help her classroom.

$788 - complete this project and be a hero

My Project

As a middle school counselor in Philadelphia, a high number of my students have experienced trauma. The supplies requested are to help them regulate their emotional well-being while in the classroom. Structure and consistency are important for all students, especially students who are dealing with trauma. If I can give supplies to every student, it does not single out any individuals and is beneficial for all. Each student is so important and valuable to their classroom community, and I want to meet and help their needs so that they can be present and have all learning opportunities. My students need journals, sensory toys, stickers, and emotion posters.

Ms. Barlow Guion S. Bluford Elementary School Grades 6-8

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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Philadelphia, PA 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

200 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Thenshop 48 Pack Lined Journals Notebooks Bulk 5.5 x 8.3 Inch Ruled Composition Travel Notebook Colored Back to School Journal Notebook for Writing A5, 16 Colors, for Kids Office School Supplies • Amazon Business $32.99 4 $131.96
Squishy Stress Relief Sensory Toys Fidget Spiky Ball 5 - Pcs Set – Eco-Friendly Squeezy Antistress Toy Balls for Men, Women, Adults, Teens & Children –Ideal for People with OCD, ADHD, ADD & Autism • Amazon Business $11.90 3 $35.70
50 Pieces Anxiety Sensory Strips Textured Sensory Strips Tactile Rough Sensory Stickers Adhesive Tactile Fidget Tape Textured Sensory Strips for Desk, Adults Teens Anxiety Relief Toys • Amazon Business $6.98 5 $34.90
96 Pcs Breath Calm Anxiety Sensory Stickers Reusable Mindfulness Stickers Calming Strips Adhesive Sensory Strips for School Office Classroom Desk Adults Teens Counselor Tension Fidget Supplies • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Grevosea 20 Pieces Calm Stickers, Anxiety Sensory Stickers Fidget Textured Strips Toys Calm Strips for Anxiety Sensory Stickers Anti Stress Sensory Calm for Adults Desk Classroom (Ocean Style) • Amazon Business $6.99 4 $27.96
BEAWART 12 Calming Corner Classroom Posters (10x14) - Feelings Wheel Chart & Emotions Poster For Kids, Calm Down Corner Supplies For Therapy Office Decor, Mental Health Wall Decorations For Preschool • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
VELCRO Brand Mounting Squares | 200pk, 7/8" Black Square Dots | Adhesive Sticky Back Hook and Loop for Teacher Supplies, Office Organization | VEL-30814-AMS • Amazon Business $16.33 1 $16.33
BigWigPrints Inside Out Poster - Inside Out Characters Joy Sadness Fear Anger Disgust Bing Bong, Inside Out Decorations, Inside Out Posters For Classroom, Party Decorations -Unframed Set of 6 (8x10") • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
Therapy Games for Teens: Easy and Practical CBT and DBT Tools: Manage Anxiety, Depression, and Stress, Improve Communications Skills and Self-Esteem through Fun Activities (Mental Health Workbooks) • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98

Materials cost

$322.75

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.84

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$357.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$63.10

Total project goal

$420.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$420.69

2 Donors

-$210.34

Donations toward project cost

-$178.79

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$31.55

match offer

-$210.35

Match offer toward project cost

-$178.80

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$31.55

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$0.00

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