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Mr. Escalante from Los Angeles, CA is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Calm, Caring, and Organized Classroom for Every Learner

Help me give my students SEL manipulatives and books to maintain positive attitudes throughout the school year

  • $690 goal

This project expired on September 11, 2025.

This project expired on September 11, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

In our classroom, social-emotional growth is just as important as academic progress. I’m requesting SEL tools and books, flexible seating options, and a label maker to help create a supportive, student-centered learning environment.

The SEL tools and books will guide students in managing emotions, building empathy, and developing healthy relationships.

Flexible seating will give students the comfort and choice they need to stay focused and engaged—whether they learn best sitting on a cushion, wobble stool, or in a cozy corner. A label maker will help us stay organized, giving students a sense of structure and ownership over their materials and learning space.

These resources will help foster independence, emotional well-being, and a stronger classroom community. With your support, I can create a space where students feel safe, seen, and ready to learn.

Mr. Escalante Lovelia P Flournoy Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Los Angeles, CA View local requests

Nearly all 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

17 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
15 Inch Round Floor Cushions for Kids and Toddlers, Flexible Seating for Classroom Furniture 3.5 Inch Thick Floor Pillow for Home, Daycare, Preschool, Yoga and Meditation (Elegant,12 Pcs) • Amazon Business $72.99 1 $72.99
14 Bilingual Book Bundle - Sí Sabo Kids: Bilingual Spanish English Books (early language learners, newcomers; 2 board book sets & 1 hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $72.00 1 $72.00
Itari Bluetooth Label Printer, 241BT Thermal Shipping Label Printer for Small Business, Home, Wireless Printer Machine for 4x6 Address Sticker, Compatible with Ebay, Shopify, Phone, PC, Pink • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
8 Mini Emotion Plush Toys with A Little SPOT of Feelings Hardcover Book Set (fidget toy set, social emotional learning, compassion, calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $52.00 1 $52.00
16 Pcs Spanish Words and Phrases Poster Set Spanish Classroom Decorations Spanish Phrases Bulletin Board Study Materials for Teachers Preschool School Classroom Language Study Classroom Decor (Bright • Amazon Business $10.95 4 $43.80
Calm Strips: Original CLASS 30-Pack Sensory Tools (fidget toys, social emotional learning, mental health stickers, calming corner fidgets for teens) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $42.00 1 $42.00
Solobo Toys: EMOTIONS COIN DROP (calming corner resources; social emotional learning toy; sensory play) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $40.00 1 $40.00
2 SEL Book Set: Can You Touch A Color? & I've Got Feelings (hardcover picture books) - social emotional learning & awareness, kindness • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $38.00 1 $38.00
4 FIDGET Friends - Bendable 3.5" Fidget Toys Axolotls (calming corner, desk pets, social emotional awareness learning, fidgets for teen mental health) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 2 $32.00
Play-Doh Modeling Dough, Assorted Colors, 3 Ounces, Set of 20 • School Specialty $29.02 1 $29.02
Vinsot 6 Pieces Chair Bands Stretch Foot Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet Flexible Seating for Classroom Elementary for Chairs Students ADHD Sensory(0.03 Inch,Yellow) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$499.79

Vendor shipping charges

$2.90

Sales tax

$45.73

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$585.92

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$103.40

Total project goal

$689.32

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