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Mrs. L. Walker from Hilo, HI is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Calming Corner to Support Our Fourth Graders' Well-Being

Help me give my students a plush rug, table top fountain, large bean bag, and calming corner posters for our classroom.

  • $440 goal

This project expired on November 5, 2025.

This project expired on November 5, 2025.

My Project

In our classroom, we work hard to grow both academically and emotionally. As students begin to manage more complex tasks and emotions, they must have a peaceful place to take a break, reset, and return ready to learn.

This project will help us create a calming corner—a quiet, welcoming space where students can go when they feel overwhelmed, frustrated, or simply need a moment to themselves.

We’re requesting a soft, plush rug and a large bean bag to make the space cozy and comfortable. A tabletop fountain will add a gentle, soothing sound to promote relaxation, and calming corner posters will guide students through simple strategies for managing emotions and practicing mindfulness.

With your support, this calming corner will become a safe space that helps students feel seen, supported, and ready to face the challenges of the school day with confidence and calm.

Mrs. L. Walker Waiakea 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.

Hilo, HI 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

25 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sofa Sack Bean Bag Lounger - Plush Bean Bag Sofas with Super Soft Microsuede Cover - XL Memory Foam Stuffed Lounger Chairs for Kids, Adults, Couples - Jumbo Bean Bag Chair Furniture 6 Feet - Black • Amazon Business $144.47 1 $144.47
Lakeshore Flex-Space Comfy Rectangular Classroom Carpet - 4' x 6' - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 1 $129.00
GOSSI Home Décor Imitation 3-Tier Stone Wall Tabletop Fountain Many Natural River Rock Office Relaxing Desktop Zen Waterfall Meditation Tabletop Fountain LED Lights Fountain Christmas Decorations • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Decorably 22 Calm Down Corner Poster, 11x17in Matte-Laminated Educational SEL Posters • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$318.45

Vendor shipping charges

$6.45

Sales tax

$14.01

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.78

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$373.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$65.95

Total project goal

$439.64

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