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Ms. Flanagan from Chicago, IL is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Diamond Club: A Social-Emotional Support Group

Help me give my students these carefully selected therapeutic resources to help them address their social-emotional needs.

  • $693 goal

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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Students

My students are amazing and they are trying their best to overcome numerous obstacles during these uncertain times. While remote learning my talented students are doing their best to overcome both their academic and social-emotional challenges. The students at my high school come from diverse backgrounds, many represent low socioeconomic statuses, and reside in an urban area. When they are at the point where they doubt that they can not overcome a challenge or find a solution to a problem, it is then that I remind them that diamonds are made under pressure.

My Project

The negative ramifications of the global pandemic and extended virtual learning have taken a toll on the mental health and welfare of many of my students.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have researched the evidence that social-emotional learning promotes academic success, better health, and mental well-being.

In response to this significant concern, I developed the innovative concept of the Diamond Club: SEL Support Group for all grade levels at my high school. The purpose of the Diamond Club: SEL Support Group is to not only address the five core SEL competencies of self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making but, emotional intelligence, developing adaptive coping strategies, the practice of yoga, and mindfulness techniques as well. Students will also participate in art therapy, spoken word, creative writing, and journaling.

The end goals are to help my students learn the skills/strategies to deal with setbacks, to strengthen their coping mechanisms, learn how to overcome challenges, be resilient, and remain focused on accomplishing their post-secondary goals and aspirations. Once it has been deemed safe, I would also like for my students to have the opportunity to do community service projects. Finally, I want to ensure that they always remember our motto that pressure makes diamonds.

Ms. Flanagan
Grades 9-12

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Huhuhero 10 Pack Notebooks Journals, Classic Ruled Notebook, 120Gsm Premium Thick Paper Lined Journal, Black Hardcover Notebook for Office Home School Business Writing Note Taking Journaling, 5"×8.25" • Amazon Business $48.99 2 $97.98
Cricut Transfer Sheets, Solid Color Infusible Ink (True Yellow) • Amazon Business $10.41 5 $52.05
Comfneat Men's 6-Pack 100% Cotton Comfy Undershirts V-Neck T-Shirts (Black 6-Pack, XL) • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Comfneat Men's 6-Pack 100% Cotton Comfy Undershirts V-Neck T-Shirts (Black 6-Pack, L) • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Comfneat Men's 6-Pack 100% Cotton Comfy Undershirts V-Neck T-Shirts (Black 6-Pack, M) • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
52 Essential Conversations: The Life Skills Card Game for Children and Adults - Builds Social Emotional, Critical Thinking, Growth Mindset & Vocabulary Skills - Created by Harvard Educators • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
The Anxiety, Depression & Anger Toolbox for Teens: 150 Powerful Mindfulness, CBT & Positive Psychology Activities to Manage Emotions • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Therapy Games: Creative Ways to Turn Popular Games Into Activities That Build Self-Esteem, Teamwork, Communication Skills, Anger Management, Self-Discovery, and Coping Skills • Amazon Business $24.00 1 $24.00
Cardinal Economy 3-Ring Binders, 1/2" Round Rings, Holds 125 Sheets, ClearVue Presentation View, Non-Stick, Black, Carton of 12 (90602) • Amazon Business $21.89 1 $21.89
Art Therapy Card Deck for Children and Adolescents: 50 Therapeutic Interventions for Challenging Clients Who Shut Down, Meltdown, or Act Out • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Worksheets: 65+ Ready-to-Use CBT Worksheets to Motivate Change, Practice New Behaviors & Regulate Emotion • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
CBT Counseling & Coaching Card Deck: 50 Evidence-Based Tools to Promote Change & Personal Growth • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
The Group Therapy Card Deck: CBT, DBT, ACT and Positive Psychology Tips and Tools • Amazon Business $16.20 1 $16.20
The Self-Love Workbook for Teens: A Transformative Guide to Boost Self-Esteem, Build a Healthy Mindset, and Embrace Your True Self • Amazon Business $15.75 1 $15.75
Coping Skills for Teens Workbook: 60 Helpful Ways to Deal with Stress, Anxiety and Anger • Amazon Business $14.93 1 $14.93
The Depression Workbook for Teens: Tools to Improve Your Mood, Build Self-Esteem, and Stay Motivated • Amazon Business $14.49 1 $14.49
Mindfulness Workbook for Stress Relief: Reduce Stress through Meditation, Non-Judgment, Mind-Body Awareness, and Self-Inquiry • Amazon Business $13.79 1 $13.79
Take the Mic (A Poetry Speaks Experience) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
The Ultimate Self-Esteem Workbook for Teens: Overcome Insecurity, Defeat Your Inner Critic, and Live Confidently • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Mindfulness Meditations for Stress: 100 Simple Practices to Ease Tension and Find Peace • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
The Mindfulness Workbook for Anxiety (The 8-Week Solution to Help You Manage Anxiety, Worry & Stress) • Amazon Business $11.89 1 $11.89
Feeling Better: CBT Workbook for Teens: Essential Skills and Activities to Help You Manage Moods, Boost Self-Esteem, and Conquer Anxiety • Amazon Business $11.69 1 $11.69
The Complete Rhyming Dictionary: Including The Poet's Craft Book • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Webster's Rhyming Dictionary, Newest Edition • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$550.53

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$588.79

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$103.90

Total project goal

$692.69

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $692.69

2 Donors

-$346.34

Donations toward project cost

-$294.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$51.95

match offer

-$346.35

Match offer toward project cost

-$294.40

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$51.95

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