Help me give my students the tools to successfully use SEL strategies at school.
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My Students
Help me create Zen Zones and fill our calming toolboxes!
I have the pleasure to be the sole school counselor to 500 students at an urban elementary school in Dallas ISD.
My students range from Pre K to 5th grade. Over the years, Social Emotion Learning (SEL)has become an important part of our schoolwide culture. SEL is most effective when integrated at every level and into every facet of instruction and planning, which is exactly what I have done at Edna K. Rowe Elementary. Overall, the results of SEL integration has had a positive influence on student behavior where disruptive behavior referrals have decreased by a fourth. However, regardless of the successes, there is still much work to do. My students love SEL techniques, and it is my intention to provide the necessary resources to teachers for further SEL integration into their classrooms. Lastly, and most important I also want to be able to utilize more SEL resources to continue helping my students.
My Project
I will create 4 exemplar Social Emotion Learning (SEL) reflective calming zones. The sensory toys will be placed in a sensory box so students can choose the calming tool they want to utilize. The stuffed animal will be used as a tool to comfort students who are sad, or anxious.
Each calming station will have reflective assignments and calming tools to help student self regulate their thoughts, feelings, and range of emotions.
These zones will allow students who need to self regulate a safe place to do so. These spaces will allow students to reflect on their behavior and reflect on their decisions and/or next steps.
These calming zones are important because they give students the space to practice the skills taught in small groups, guidance lessons, and in SEL education taught in the classroom.
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
Sootheze Drooper Sr. Stuffed Animal Sensory Toy for Autistic Children – Microwavable Heating Pad and Cool Therapy Puppy Toy – Weighted Lap Pad- for Anxiety and Pain Relief (Scented)
• Amazon Business
$29.95
2
$59.90
FengYuanDa STEM Learning Toys | Educational Engineering Construction Building Screw Blocks with Storage Container&Power Drill|Creative Gift for 3,4,5,6,7+ Years Old Boys and Girls(91 Pieces)
• Amazon Business
$25.99
2
$51.98
Homfa Toddler's Toy Storage Organizer with 9 Multiple Color Plastic Bins Shelf Drawer for Kid's Bedroom Playroom, White Rack
• Amazon Business
$44.99
1
$44.99
Huggaroo Weighted Lap Pad for Kids, 100% Washable, 3.6 lbs, 29 x 8 inches (Puppy)
• Amazon Business
$39.99
1
$39.99
Strictly Briks - Big Briks Set - 108 Pieces - Blue, Green, Red, & Yellow - Compatible with All Major Brands - Large Building Blocks for Ages 3 and Up
• Amazon Business
$27.99
1
$27.99
Special Supplies DNA Squish Stress Ball (4-Pack) Squeeze, Color Sensory Toy - Relieve Tension, Stress - Home, Travel and Office Use - Fun for Kids and Adults (Squishy Spiky)
• Amazon Business
$13.94
2
$27.88
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Sparkling Play Sand - 2 LBS of Shimmering Sand with Castle Molds and Tray (Blue) - A Kinetic Sensory Activity
• Amazon Business
$12.99
2
$25.98
Super Z Outlet Liquid Motion Bubbler for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Desk Top, Assorted Colors (4 Pack)
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
Command Utility Hooks, 3 hooks, 6 strips, Indoor Use, Organize Damage-Free (17003-3ES)
• Amazon Business
$6.58
3
$19.74
Fidget Toys Set, 22 Pcs. Sensory Tools Bundle for Stress Relief and Anti-Anxiety for Kids and Adults, Marble and Mesh, Pack of Squeeze Balls, Soybean Squeeze, Flippy Chain, Liquid Motion Timer & More
• Amazon Business
$18.95
1
$18.95
Educational Insights Playfoam Combo 8-Pack: Playfoam Never Dries Out!
• Amazon Business
$5.99
3
$17.97
EDsportshouse Sensory Toys Bundle-Stress Relief Fidget Hand Toys for Kids and Adults,Sensory Fidget and Squeeze Widget for Relaxing Therapy-Perfect for ADHD Anxiety Autism
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
ArtCreativity 8-Point Pinwheels Set - Pack of 24 - Assorted Colors - Fun Carnival Toy and Party Favor - Amazing Gift Idea for Boys and Girls Ages 3+
• Amazon Business
$10.97
1
$10.97
Materials cost
$383.32
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.75
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$419.07
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$73.95
Total project goal
$493.02
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$493.02
8 Donors
-$335.00
Donations toward project cost
-$284.75
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$50.25
match offer
-$158.02
Match offer toward project cost
-$134.32
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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