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Ms. Donovan from Worcester, MA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Students Need A Classroom of Mindfulness Strategies

Please help me give my students social-emotional learning tools for my therapeutic classroom!

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My Project

A majority of my students come from low-income, trauma-impacted households. Most of my students' families cannot access therapeutic/ sensory tools. I want to provide my students with a calm, peaceful environment so the therapeutic process can begin.

I love to watch my students have access to positive peer activities and to see growth in their social skills.

These fidget toys will allow my students to discretely fidget and get some of their sensory needs taken care of in the classroom setting so they can focus on the lessons and the work they need to complete. The board games and group activities will allow my students to have positive conversations with one another in a low-stress environment while still learning. If we can make conversations fun but still meaningful, then it should help these outstanding young leaders be more comfortable throughout their school day.

Many of my students experience food insecurity in their daily lives. Having snacks available throughout the day is essential in allowing them to not worry about food and will enable them to access their education entirely.

I am asking for office/cleaning supplies to ensure that my students always have a safe and comfortable place to meet with me. We want our students to be in school as much as possible, and a clean workplace free of as many germs as possible is crucial for this to occur. A new printer will allow me to print updated materials essential for student success.

The strategies I teach my students encourage positive and appropriate coping skills they can use throughout their lives.

Ms. Donovan Dr Arthur F Sullivan Middle School Grades 6-8

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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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Worcester, MA 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

20 students impacted 8donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Winner Soft Dry Wipe, Made of Cotton Only, 600 Count Unscented Cotton Tissues for Sensitive Skin OEKO-Tex Safety Certified Chemical-Free Baby Wipes • Amazon Business $32.98 5 $164.90
HP LaserJet Pro 3001dw Wireless Black & White Printer • Amazon Business $149.00 1 $149.00
Amazon Basics Classic Puresoft PU Padded Mid-Back Office Computer Desk Chair with Armrest, 26"D x 23.75"W x 42"H, Black • Amazon Business $89.34 1 $89.34
Mind Reader Rolling Storage Cart and Organizer with 4 Plastic Drawers • Amazon Business $37.93 2 $75.86
Sofa Sack - Plush, Ultra Soft Bean Bag Chair - Memory Foam Bean Bag Chair with Microsuede Cover - Stuffed Foam Filled Furniture and Accessories for Dorm Room - Aqua Marine 3' • Amazon Business $71.25 1 $71.25
iPad Charging Station, Unitek 96W 10-Port USB Charging Dock Hub with Quick Charge 3.0, Charging Stand Compatible Multiple Device, Charging 8 iPads Simultaneously - [Upgraded Divider] • Amazon Business $68.59 1 $68.59
Sofa Sack - Plush, Ultra Soft Memory Foam Bean Bag Chair with Microsuede Cover - Stuffed Foam Filled Furniture and Accessories for Dorm Room - Charcoal 3' • Amazon Business $55.25 1 $55.25
Happido Double-Ended Markers, 24 Colors - Non-Toxic, Brightly Colored Markers for Kids, Coloring, Drawing, Crafts, and More, Comes with Convenient Carrying and Storage Case and Blending Marker • Amazon Business $12.99 4 $51.96
50 Pcs Fidget Pack - Party Favors Gifts for Kids, Adults & Autistics - Stress Relief Autism Sensory Toy - Fidget Toys Bulk for Classroom Treasure Box Prizes - Pop Its Fidgets Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $24.95 2 $49.90
Lysol Disinfectant Wipes Bundle, Multi-Surface Antibacterial Cleaning Wipes, For Disinfecting & Cleaning, contains x2 Lemon & Lim Blossom (80ct) x1 Crisp Linen (80 Ct) & x1 Mango & Hibiscus (80 Ct) • Amazon Business $12.72 3 $38.16
Sensory Sand Bulk 11 Pounds Natural Brown Color Play Sand in Container • Amazon Business $37.55 1 $37.55
Mattel Games UNO Card Game for Family Night, Travel Game & Gift for Kids in a Collectible Storage Tin for 2-10 Players (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $9.19 3 $27.57
Earnest Living Essential Oil Diffuser White Ceramic Diffuser 100 ml Timers Night Lights and Auto Off Function Home Office Humidifier Aromatherapy Diffusers for Essential Oils • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Command Large Picture Hanging Strips, White, Holds Up to 16 lbs, 14-Pairs, Easy to Open Packaging • Amazon Business $12.90 2 $25.80
52 Essential Social Dilemmas: Life Skills for Kids & Teens to Thrive in Middle School - Conversation Cards Created by Teachers & Counselors for Family, Classroom, Counseling, Therapy Game (6-8 Grade) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
52 Essential Conversations - Social Emotional Learning Activities & Cards for Kids, Family, Teacher & Counselor - Build Growth Mindset - by Harvard Educator for Home, Therapy, Speech, School Classroom • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Bounty Quick Size Paper Towels, White, 8 Family Rolls = 20 Regular Rolls (Packaging May Vary) • Amazon Business $24.42 1 $24.42
SKKSTATIONERY 144Pcs Colored Pencils, Pre-sharpened, coloring pencils for adults kids Bulk School Supplies For Teachers 12 Colors, 12pcs/box, Total: 144Pcs. • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Mindsight 'Breathing Buddha' Guided Visual Meditation Tool for Mindfulness | Slow Your Breathing & Calm Your Mind for Stress & Anxiety Relief | Perfect for Adults & Kids • Amazon Business $21.95 1 $21.95
150 More Group Therapy Activities & TIPS • Amazon Business $21.87 1 $21.87
Modern Art Drawbridge 3D Door Sticker, Peel and Stick Vinyl Door Mural Decals for Home Decor, 30.3x78.7"(77x200cm), 2 Pcs Set • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Set of 15 Zen Sand Garden for Desk, DIY Zen Garden Tabletop Rock Figure Lotus Plant Rake Tools Meditation Zen Home Office Decor Accessories Micro Landscape Sandbox Stress Relief Toy Gift • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Funerom 11.8 x 15.8 inch Wood Farmhouse Wall Mirror Hanging Wall Mirror Rustic Wall Mirror Bathroom Mirror Vanity White • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Welch's Fruit Snacks, Mixed Fruit & Superfruit Bulk Variety Pack, Gluten Free, 0.8 oz Individual Single Serve Bags (Pack of 60) • Amazon Business $18.61 1 $18.61
Quaker Chewy Granola Bars, Chewy & Dipps Variety Pack, 58 Count • Amazon Business $17.97 1 $17.97
10 PCS Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet Thick Natural Latex Stretch Chair Fidget Bands Stretch Foot Bands ADHD ADD SPD Autism Sensory Needs Chair Bands for Kids (Green) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Steel Mill & Co Cute Large Spiral Notebook College Ruled, 11" x 9.5" with Durable Hardcover and 160 Lined Pages, Garden Floral • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
TimeLumi 60-Minute Visual Timer for Kids, Time Management Tool Study Classroom Timer, Home Edition Silent Countdown Timer for Toddler, Teachers and Adults (Blue) • Amazon Business $16.14 1 $16.14
Exclusivo Mezcla Plush Extra Large Fleece Throw Blanket for Couch,Bed and Sofa (50x70 inches, Deep Red) Soft, Warm, Lightweight • Amazon Business $15.49 1 $15.49
Bostitch Personal Electric Pencil Sharpener - HHC Cutter Tech, Stall-Free Motor, High Capacity Tray, 7Yr Warranty (EPS4-BLACK) • Amazon Business $15.49 1 $15.49
Therapy Games for Teens: 150 Activities to Improve Self-Esteem, Communication, and Coping Skills • Amazon Business $15.29 1 $15.29
Therapeutic Group Activities for Kids: 90 Group Therapy Activities,and Games for Kids To Improve their Coping Skills, Team work, Communication, and Self-Esteem. (Group Therapy for Kids) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Safe Space Wall Hanging, Therapy Office Wall Decor, Counseling Banner, School Counselor Office Wall Decor, Classroom Decor, School Psychologist, Mental Health Banners • Amazon Business $13.49 1 $13.49
Goldfish Crackers Big Smiles Variety Pack with Cheddar, Colors, and Pretzels, Snack Packs, 30 Ct • Amazon Business $12.86 1 $12.86
BIC Soft Feel Assorted Colors Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point (1.0mm), 36-Count Pack, Black and Blue Pens With Soft-Touch Comfort Grip • Amazon Business $12.11 1 $12.11
SOYATER Classroom Growth Mindset Wall Art Positive Affirmations Quotes Poster Mental Health Therapy Office Motivational Decor Kids Educational Canvas Prints For Calming Corner Decor 12x16inch Unframed • Amazon Business $11.77 1 $11.77
Exclusivo Mezcla Plush Extra Large Fleece Throw Blanket for Couch,Bed and Sofa (50x70 inches, Cobalt Blue) Soft, Warm, Lightweight • Amazon Business $11.49 1 $11.49
hand2mind Mindful Maze Boards, Learn Breathing Patterns, Mindfulness for Kids Anxiety Relief, Tactile Sensory Toys, Play Therapy Toys, Social Emotional Learning Activities, Calm Down Corner Supplies • Amazon Business $11.10 1 $11.10
SKITTLES & STARBURST Variety Pack Fun Size Chewy Candy Assortment, 31.9 oz, 65 Pieces Bag • Amazon Business $10.84 1 $10.84
Amazon Basics 1/3-Cut Tab, Assorted Positions File Folders, Letter Size, Manila - Pack of 100 • Amazon Business $10.73 1 $10.73
HZG Desktop Punching Bag for Kids Speed Bags for Boxing with Suction Cup Heavy Duty Stress Relief Ball Funny Gifts for Kids Coworkers and Friends-Gold • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Yellow on Blue Gel) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Pink on Blue Gel) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Coloring Book for Kids Ages 8-12 • Amazon Business $4.99 2 $9.98
Essential Oils by PURE AROMA 100% Pure Oils kit- Top 6 Aromatherapy Oils Gift Set-6 Pack, 10ML(Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemon Grass, Orange, Peppermint, Tea Tree) • Amazon Business $8.98 1 $8.98
OPSEAM Butterfly Wall Decor 24/48 PCS, 3D Butterflies Stickers for Party Decorations with Magnets(Colorful, 24) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Sensory Sand Inflatable Portable Sand Tray for Sand Activities Alternative to Sandbox or Sandtable • Amazon Business $6.25 1 $6.25

Materials cost

$1,438.78

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$21.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,490.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$263.00

Total project goal

$1,753.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,753.36

5 Donors

-$1,735.72

Donations toward project cost

-$1,490.36

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$245.36

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.64

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