Help me give my students a calming classroom environment to help meet their individual goals.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Mason's classroom raised $707
This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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
Incorporating calming lights, curtains, and additional seating would be incredibly beneficial for several reasons. The lights could create a more relaxed atmosphere, crucial for students who may struggle with sensory issues or anxiety. Controlling natural light with curtains would help manage distractions and support students' sensitive to light changes. Additional seating options like floor cushions would cater to different sensory needs and preferences, allowing each student to find a space where they feel comfortable and focused.
Having a refrigerator and microwave in the classroom would be valuable, especially in Las Vegas, where the heat can be significant.
Providing cold water would keep students hydrated, and offering treats like popsicles could serve as incentives for encouraging their best efforts. The microwave would accommodate students with dietary needs by allowing them to warm up their food as necessary. Furthermore, it could facilitate rewards such as a movie day with popcorn, enhancing student motivation and classroom engagement. Turn-in baskets for students' work are essential because they provide an organized method for collecting assignments.
A welcome mat creates an inviting atmosphere, helping students feel accepted and valued as they enter the resource classroom. Plants in a classroom create a calming atmosphere, which can help reduce stress and improve focus among students.
Essential tools like a classroom calendar, mouse pads, and borders play significant roles in enhancing the learning environment. A classroom calendar provides structure and routine, helping students understand the passage of time and manage their schedules. Mousepads offer a stable and comfortable surface for using a computer mouse, aiding in the ease and accuracy of digital tasks. Borders help define and organize different learning areas, creating clear visual distinctions that aid navigation and add decorative elements. Together, these tools contribute to a supportive and effective learning space.
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
Insignia - Retro 3.1 cu. ft. Mini Fridge with Top Freezer and ENERGY STAR Certification - Mint
• Best Buy Education
$127.38
1
$127.38
Insignia - .7 Cu. Ft. Retro Compact Microwave - Mint
• Best Buy Education
$63.44
1
$63.44
Leinuosen 8 Pack Classroom Paper Trays 14''x10'' Hold A4 Paper Toy Handicrafts Colorful Turn in Trays Classroom Storage Baskets Also for Library, Office, Kitchen, Bathroom, Bedroom (Vibrant Color)
• Amazon Business
4 Pack Qtip Holder Dispenser with Bamboo Lids - 10 oz Clear Plastic Apothecary Jar Containers for Vanity Makeup Organizer Storage - Bathroom Accessories Set for Cotton Swab, Ball, Pads, Floss
• Amazon Business
$9.49
3
$28.47
RISLG 2 Pack Small Table Lamps, Bedside Lamps for Nightstand with Wire Switch, Modern Minimalist Desk Lamp with Linen Fabric Shade for Dorm Kids Room Living Room Office Bedroom, Bulb Included
• Amazon Business
$25.99
1
$25.99
Sun Zero Easton Energy Saving Blackout Rod Pocket Curtain Panel, 40" x 84", Marine
• Amazon Business
$11.99
2
$23.98
Novogratz by Momeni Aloha Rainbow Outdoor Coir Mat 1'6" x 2'6"
• Amazon Business
$20.99
1
$20.99
CIEMGNZOC 8PCS No Drill Curtain Rod Brackets, Self-Adhesive Curtain Rods No Drilling, Nail Free Adjustable Curtain Rod Holders, Curtain Hooks for Rod Less Than 1.57 Inch Diameter (White)
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
Kenney KN55251 Davenport Ball End Petite Café Decorative Window Curtain Rod, 48-86" Adjustable Length, White Finish, 1/2" Diameter Steel Tube
• Amazon Business
$13.67
1
$13.67
Der Rose 6 Packs Small Fake Plants Artificial Greenery Eucalyptus Plants in Pots for Bedroom Living Room Decor
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Schoolgirl Style Simply Stylish Tropical 92-Piece Calendar Bulletin Board Set for Classroom, Monthly Wall Calendar with Numbers, Birthdays and More, Weather and Days of The Week Chart
• Amazon Business
$12.34
1
$12.34
Boutilon Round Mouse Pad Non-Slip Rubber Base Mousepad with Stitched Edge Washable Small Mouse Mat 7.9 x 7.9 Inch for Computer, Laptop, Home, Office(Leaves)
• Amazon Business
$5.19
1
$5.19
Boutilon Round Mouse Pad Non-Slip Rubber Base Mousepad with Stitched Edge Washable Small Mouse Mat 7.9 x 7.9 Inch for Computer, Laptop, Home, Office(Polka Dots)
• Amazon Business
$5.19
1
$5.19
You Are a Star! Black Painted Polka Dot Border
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$4.99
1
$4.99
Materials cost
$438.59
Vendor shipping charges
$125.25
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.58
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$600.42
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$105.96
Total project goal
$706.38
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$706.38
2 Donors
-$706.38
Donations toward project cost
-$600.42
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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