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Ms. Nichols from Staten Island, NY is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mental Health Resources for Students

Help me give my students the necessary tools to develop emotional resilience, reduce stigma around mental health issues, provide immediate tools for coping with stress and anxiety, and foster a culture of support and understanding within the school community.

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My Project

In today's fast-paced and challenging educational environment, the mental well-being of students is more crucial than ever. As we strive to create a supportive and nurturing atmosphere, we recognize the need for accessible mental health resources that can empower students to thrive academically and personally.

As counselors, we seek funding to acquire essential mental health supplies, including wellness kits, stress relief tools, and educational materials, to support our students in managing stress, anxiety, and emotional well-being.

Research shows that mental health significantly impacts academic performance and overall student success. Many students face various pressures, from academic demands to social challenges. By providing them with the right tools and resources, we can foster resilience and promote healthier coping mechanisms.

By investing in these supplies, we aim to:

-Enhance students' emotional resilience.

-Reduce stigma around mental health issues.

-Provide immediate tools for coping with stress and anxiety.

-Foster a culture of support and understanding within the school community.

Your support can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. By funding these mental health supplies, you are not just contributing to their academic success, but also to their overall well-being and future. Together, we can create a healthier, more supportive environment for our students to flourish.

Thank you for considering our proposal.

Ms. Nichols Staten Island Technical High School Grades 9-12

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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

999 students impacted 4donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Vcwtty Hexagon Lights, Smart LED Wall Lights with Remote, 13 Colors Touch-Sensitive DIY Modular Assembled RGB Wall Panels, Hex Light with USB-Power for Autism, Game Room Decor, Party (10 Pack) • Amazon Business $39.98 2 $79.96
AOVOA Zen Meditation Board, Painting with Water for Relaxing, Mindfulness & Meditation Practice, Zen Meditation Gifts with Brushes and Stenciles • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
Lahome Checkered Rugs for Bedroom Aesthetic, 3x5 Boho Bathroom Entryway Rug Farmhouse Washable Checkerboard Rug with Tassels, Non-Shedding Throw Rug Tufted Woven Rug for Living Room Office, Beige • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
How I Feel and Stuff: Daily Mood Tracker for Teens: Daily Journal for Tracking Mood, Self-Care, Gratitude, Goals, Sleep and Energy, Mental Health and ... Journal for Teen Boys, Girls and Young Adults • Amazon Business $7.24 5 $36.20
Ultimate Variety Sampler Care Package - Gift Package, Snacks, Chips, Cookies, Bars, Candies, Nuts Gift Box, Great for HALLOWEEN, Christmas, Thanks Giving, Office Meetings ,Friends & Family, Military,College Students (50 Count) • Amazon Business $34.97 1 $34.97
JOLLY RANCHER, KIT KAT and REESE'S Assorted Flavored Snack Size, Candy Party Pack, 34.19 oz (HEC93942) • Quill.com $31.99 1 $31.99
Harloon 4 Pieces Boho Arch Wood Bookends Rainbow Arch Back to School Gift Ideas Non Skid Bookend Decorative Wooden Book Stand Book Stoppers for Books Movies CDs(Bright Color) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
USAOPOLY TAPPLE® Word Game | Fast-Paced Family Board Game | Choose a Category & Race Against The Timer to be The Last Player | Learning Game Great for All Ages (1 Pack) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Zen Garden for Desk - Japanese Zen Garden Kit with Panda -12x8 Large - Mini Zen Pond,Sand,Chakra Stone, Accessories - Office Desk Meditation Gifts with Rake Tools and Zen Decor - Zen Garden for Kids • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
XEFINAL Wood Magnetic Tic Tac Toe Wall-Mount Game Fun Tic Tac Toe for Kids and Adults, Wood Board Travel Game Bedroom Playroom Wall Decals Modern Wall Art • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Nature's Mark Mini Zen Garden Kit for Desk with Rake, White Sand, Buddha Figures, Bridge Figure and River Rocks, Black Rectangle Base • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Welch's Fruit Snacks Mixed Fruit 8 oz 40/Box (PIM84068) • Staples $12.89 1 $12.89
Desk Pencil Pen Holder, 5 Slots 360°Degree Rotating Pencil Pen Organizers for Desk, Desktop Storage Stationery Supplies Organizer, Cute Pencil Cup Pot for Office, School, Home, Art Supply, White • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Soucolor 72-Color Colored Pencils for Adult Coloring Books, Soft Core Artist Sketching Drawing Pencils, Drawing Supplies, Art Supplies for Adults Kids, Coloring Pencils Kit, Color Pencil Set, Gifts • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Be Kind To Your Mind: A Mental Health Coloring Book as Mental Health Awareness for Self Help and Self Care • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Coloring Book For Teens: Anti-Stress Designs Vol 8 (Coloring Books for Teens) • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98
It's Ok Not To Be Ok Mental Health Coloring Book: Mental Health Quotes Coloring Book For Adults Men And Women. Anxiety Stress Relief Therapy Inspirational Activity Workbook • Amazon Business $7.94 1 $7.94

Materials cost

$426.82

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.40

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$463.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$81.74

Total project goal

$544.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$544.96

4 Donors

-$543.38

Donations toward project cost

-$463.22

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$80.16

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.58

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$0.00

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