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Ms. Brown from Norfolk, VA is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building a Calm Oasis for Brave Knights

Help me give my students an Oasis fit for a Knight! This project includes books that highlight neurodivergent experiences—ADHD, autism, and other behavioral needs—to promote empathy, understanding, and inclusion in our classroom. PB Young Knights appreciate you!

  • $1,961 goal

This project expired on September 28, 2025.

This project expired on September 28, 2025.

My Project

In our classroom, every student is a brave knight facing daily battles—some seen, some unseen. Many of our students experience challenges related to behavior, focus, emotional regulation, and neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism. These challenges can make it difficult for them to stay on task, communicate their needs, or fully engage with learning.

To better support our brave knights, we are building a Calm Oasis -a safe, structured, and calming environment equipped with the tools they need to succeed.

A MacBook is needed to track behavior data, create individualized behavior plans, and design visual and digital supports that meet students where they are. We are also requesting books that highlight the experiences of neurodivergent learners to help foster empathy, self-awareness, and understanding among all students.

With your support, we can provide both the practical tools and the emotional encouragement our students need to reset, refocus, and rise—just like the courageous knights they are.

Ms. Brown P.B. Young Senior Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Norfolk, VA 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

Never Before Funded 150 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple - MacBook Air 15-inch Apple M3 chip Built for Apple Intelligence - 16GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Midnight • Best Buy Education $1,299.00 1 $1,299.00
Free Spirit Publishing Best Behavior Bilingual Board Books - Set of 6 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $52.16 1 $52.16
Free Spirit Publishing Best Behavior Board Books - Set of 6 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $52.16 1 $52.16
Free Spirit Publishing I'm In Control of Myself Books - Set of 6 Social-Emotional Learning Paperback Book Set with Poster for Kids Ages 3+ - Teaches Self-Regulation, Emotions, and Positive Behavior • Kaplan Early Learning Company $32.36 1 $32.36
Lakeshore Behavior Management Pocket Chart • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Behavioral Chart • Teachers' School Supply $28.29 1 $28.29
MelonArt Kids Noise Cancelling Headphones Kid Ear Protection for Autism Sensory Shooting • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Kasfalci Feelings Chart, Social Emotional Learning Activities,Autism Learning Materials, ADHD Tools,Behavior Management,Anger Management Toys,Calm Down Corner Supplies for Classroom Daycare & Home • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Lakeshore Extra Behavior Cards for SANDI Instructional Kits - Level 1 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
Stars Magnetic Jar,Reward Kids Star Jars, Magnetic Reward Star Jar for Classroom Board, Reward Magnetic Star Jars for Home Classroom Kids Incentive,Good Behavior Home Training for Kids • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Emotions Feelings Wheel Chart Poster Mental Health Tapestry Counselor Therapy Office Decor Cotton Linen Wall Hanging Scroll Poster Wall Art Home Decor Kids Behavior Chart Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $16.96 1 $16.96
ONEDONE Punch Cards 200 Pack Reward Punch Cards for Classroom Incentive Awards Punch Cards for Kids Students Teachers Classroom Supplies Loyalty Cards for Business - 3.5" x 2" Heart • Amazon Business $7.89 1 $7.89

Materials cost

$1,606.77

Vendor shipping charges

$5.61

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$24.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,666.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$294.08

Total project goal

$1,960.56

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