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Ms. Nora from San Diego, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Cozy Calming Corner: Creating a Safe Space for Students

Help me give my students a cozy calm corner to relax and decompress on a soft and comfy bean bag.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Nora's classroom raised $493

This project is fully funded

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

Dear Donors,

In my social work classroom at R.P.1 Elementary, students come seeking support, a break from challenges, and a safe space to process their emotions.

To help them feel more at ease, I am creating a Calming Corner—a dedicated space where students can relax, self-regulate, and find comfort in a welcoming environment.

To make this space truly inviting, I am requesting bean bags, twinkle lights, and artificial plants to create a cozy, soothing atmosphere. These small additions will make a big difference in helping students feel safe and supported as they work through emotions, practice mindfulness, or take a much-needed break.

With your support, this Calming Corner will:

- Provide a safe, cozy space where students can de-stress and reset.

- Encourage self-regulation with a peaceful atmosphere that promotes emotional well-being.

- Make therapy and after-school club meetings more inviting by creating a comfortable, welcoming environment.

Your generosity will help transform this classroom into a true sanctuary for students in need. Thank you for making a meaningful impact on their well-being and success!

Sincerely,

Ms. Nora Rosa Parks 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.

San Diego, 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Big Beanbag Seat - Green (30"w x 32"h) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 2 $258.00
VGGFDY Globe String Lights 43ft 70 Led, Indoor/Bedroom, 8 Modes Fairy Lights Plug in, Extendable Outdoor Decorative Lights for Christmas Decoration, Patio, Wedding, Warm White, No Remote • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Mkono 2 Packs Fake Hanging Plant with Pot, Artificial Plants Macrame Plant Hanger Fake Vine Greenery for Bedroom Bathroom Home Office Decor • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Utopia Home - Plant Pots with Drainage - 7/6.6/6/5.3/4.8 Inches Home Decor Flower Pots for Indoor Planter - Pack of 5 Plastic Planters, Cactus, Succulents Pot - Pink • Amazon Business $14.94 1 $14.94

Materials cost

$339.91

Vendor shipping charges

$12.90

Sales tax

$31.10

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$419.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.94

Total project goal

$492.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$492.95

4 Donors

-$485.80

Donations toward project cost

-$419.01

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$66.79

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$7.15

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$0.00

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