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Ms. Romine from Indianapolis, IN is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Trauma Tool Kit

Help me give my students books, sensory items, fidget bands, and visual supports to help our kids with trauma and behavioral issues manage their emotions in the school environment.

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My Students

I am a school social worker on the south side of Indianapolis. Over the past decade, our district has gone from feeling like a small town where multiple generations live and work to an international community.

Due to a combination of factors, we now have the highest population of refugee immigrants in the state of Indiana.

Our largest population comes from Myanmar. We also have groups from Syria, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and other areas.

Within our American born population, we have a wide variety of socioeconomic diversity as well.

Our students are engaged in education and take school very seriously. However, our families may struggle to provide for basic needs or may not know where to seek resources. There is often a language barrier, and our schools are constantly working to improve our communication in multiple languages. This adds a unique dynamic on top of the increasingly common challenges faced by many schools in terms of trauma, poverty, and learning challenges. We also have two classrooms for moderately to severe cognitive challenges. With all of these issues, there is a need for a great deal of resources.

My Project

Some of our students and their families have experienced significant trauma in their lives. The ongoing effects of these events can make it very difficult for students to do their best in the classrooms.

Learning ways to calm down helps, but different kids need different 'tools' to be successful.

These items will allow our students to have choices in managing their feelings. We will be able to put together personalized 'tool kits' for our students who have the most need.

With these options, our students will learn that school is a safe place to learn, not only academics, but social and emotional skills as well.

Ms. Romine Mary Bryan Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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Indianapolis, IN 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

750 students impacted 9donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sensory Weighted Lap Pad for Kids 5 pounds - Great Weighted Lap Blanket for Kids with Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder - Classroom and Special Education Supplies • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Weighted Neck Pillow for Kids: LAKIKID Sensory Weighted Stuffed Animals Series- Weighted Neck/Shoulder Wrap, Sensory Toys for Children/Toddler, Alternative to Weighted Blanket for Kids • Amazon Business $39.97 1 $39.97
KeeQii Visual Analog Timer,Classroom Countdown Clock,Silent Timer for Kids and Adults,Time Management Tool for Teaching,Homework Meeting Games Cooking • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
Fidget Bands for Classroom Chairs School Desks, Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet Students with Autism, ADHD, ADD Sensory Needs (6 Pack) • Amazon Business $14.98 2 $29.96
Crayola Silly Putty Original Bulk Set Bundle - 24 Pack • Amazon Business $24.61 1 $24.61
The One and Only Kinetic Sand, Folding Sand Box with 2lbs of Kinetic Sand • Amazon Business $23.49 1 $23.49
Ggbin 6 Quart Clear Latch Storage Box with Black Handle and Latches - 4 Pack • Amazon Business $21.55 1 $21.55
Fluffy & Stretchy Mud Egg Slime Putty - Non Sticky, Stress & Anxiety Relief, Super Soft & Squishy Sludge Toy Party Favor for Kids and Adults - | Jumbo Pack of 24 PCS | • Amazon Business $19.97 1 $19.97
JVIGUE Sensory Toys Set- 15 Pack Stress Relief Hand Fidget Toys for Kids and Adults, Sensory Therapy Toys for ADHD Autism Stress Anxiety • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 10-Pack Case of Colors, Non-Toxic, Assorted Colors, 2-Ounce Cans, Ages 2 and up, (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
Original Bouncy Bands - Elementary School Chairs (Blue) –Educational Tool that Helps Kids Actively Learn and Stay Engaged • Amazon Business $15.00 1 $15.00
Listening to My Body: A guide to helping kids understand the connection between their sensations (what the heck are those?) and feelings so that they can get better at figuring out what they need. • Amazon Business $11.74 1 $11.74
YUE ACTION Liquid Timer 2 Pack / Liquid Motion Bubbler Timer for Calming Sensory Toys, Autism Toys ,Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Desk Toys,Novelty Gifts, Assorted Colors (Green+Red Set) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
Mindful Kids: 50 Mindfulness Activities for Kindness , Focus and Calm • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
Inside Out Box of Mixed Emotions • Amazon Business $7.90 1 $7.90
Little Monkey Calms Down (Hello Genius) • Amazon Business $7.89 1 $7.89
MarvelBeads Water Beads Rainbow Mix (Half Pound) for Spa Refill, Sensory Toys and Décor • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$345.79

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.19

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$380.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.23

Total project goal

$448.21

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $448.21

9 Donors

-$430.56

Donations toward project cost

-$380.98

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$49.58

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

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