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Mrs. Ruzek from Cass Lake, MN is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Social Emotional Learning

Help me give my students a welcoming classroom environment by providing us with social emotional learning curriculum, relatable stories, and a cozy carpet addition to our morning circles.

  • 7 donors
  • $920 goal

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$487 - complete this project and be a hero

My Project

I have started this project in the hopes of receiving social emotional curriculum that would help supplement what I already do within the classroom. The rug is meant to have a gathering spot for our morning meetings and circles. The speaker is for background music and noise for those moments when it is too quiet. This can also be used during our inside recesses. The books and other materials are books and curriculum that can be used to facilitate social emotional learning. We know that teaching SEL through developing self awareness, social awareness, and decision-making skills can greatly impact student learning in academics. These items are to help solidify those lessons! Thank you!

Mrs. Ruzek Cass Lake - Bena Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Circle Sampler Abstract Educational Area Rug for Kids Room or Childrens Classroom Carpet, Playroom or Home Learning, 7'6" x 12', Black • Amazon Business $309.99 1 $309.99
JBL Flip 6 - Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker, Powerful Sound and deep bass, IPX7 Waterproof, 12 Hours of Playtime with Megen Hardshell Case • Amazon Business $119.95 1 $119.95
50 Social Emotional Learning Lessons Vol. 1 • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
Workbook For 50 Social Emotional Learning Lessons Vol. 1 • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
Teacher Created Resources Social-Emotional Learning: Lessons for Developing Decision-Making Skills, Grades 2 to 3 - Grades 2-3 - Kids • School Specialty $17.02 1 $17.02
Teacher Created Resources Social-Emotional Learning, Lessons for Developing Decision-Making Skills, Grades 4 to 6 - Grades 4-6 - Kids • School Specialty $17.02 1 $17.02
Social-Emotional Workbook: For Elementary Learners Grades K-6 • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
The Unbudgeable Curmudgeon • Amazon Business $16.44 1 $16.44
Don't Blow Your Top! • Amazon Business $15.06 1 $15.06
180 Days: Social-Emotional Learning for 4th Grade Practice Workbook for Classroom and Home, Cool and Fun Practice Created by Teachers (180 Days of Practice) • Amazon Business $14.94 1 $14.94
Millie Fierce - Millie Fierce - Reinforced Book • AKJ Education $13.86 1 $13.86
Today, I Feel Anxious - Kid’s Social Emotional Guide to Managing Their Anxiety - Discover Powerful Coping Strategies that Help Kids Calm Down - Emotions Book About Worry for Children • Amazon Business $13.28 1 $13.28
Angry Alligator and his Cool Cucumber: A book about anger for kids (educational and entertaining with a touch of humor) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Evan-Moor Social And Emotional Learning Activities, Grades 3 to 4 - Grades 3-4 - Kids • School Specialty $12.97 1 $12.97
Impulsive Ninja: A Social, Emotional Book For Kids About Impulse Control for School and Home (Ninja Life Hacks) • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91
The Noise Inside Boys: A Story About Big Feelings • Amazon Business $12.39 1 $12.39
Body Boundaries Make Me Stronger: Personal Safety Book for Kids about Body Safety, Personal Space, Private Parts and Consent that Teaches Social Skills and Body Awareness (World of Kids Emotions) • Amazon Business $11.69 1 $11.69
Grow Happy - Hardcover Book • AKJ Education $11.64 1 $11.64
My Day Is Ruined: A Story Teaching Flexible Thinking (Executive Function) • Amazon Business $11.11 1 $11.11
After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
A Spark in the Dark • Amazon Business $10.69 1 $10.69
What Were You Thinking? - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $8.72 1 $8.72
My Mouth Is A Volcano: A Picture Book About Interrupting • Amazon Business $8.27 1 $8.27
The Way I Feel • Amazon Business $7.19 1 $7.19

Materials cost

$736.01

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.70

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.04

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$781.75

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$137.96

Total project goal

$919.71

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $919.71

4 Donors

-$418.09

Donations toward project cost

-$411.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.71

Matching donations from our partners

-$435.73

Match offers toward project cost

-$370.37

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.36

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$65.89

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