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Ms. Clark from Valley Center, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Peaceful Minds, One Student at a Time

Help me give my students supplies to continue their journey of learning and growing in a calm atmosphere to promote learning in a non stressful way.

  • $626 goal

This project expired on November 15, 2025.

This project expired on November 15, 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

Over the years, I’ve learned that one of the biggest obstacles to learning isn’t a lack of ability—it’s the fear of judgment. When students feel like they’re being watched, compared, or expected to perform at a certain level all the time, it creates stress. And that stress can shut down their willingness to try, to explore, and most importantly, to grow.

I love each of my students for exactly who they are.

Each one brings their own strengths, challenges, and personality into our classroom. But I’ve seen how the pressure of being a "perfect student" can make even the most capable kids stop raising their hands, second-guess their answers, or shut down completely.

That’s why I want to create a more calming, flexible, and supportive classroom environment. By adding curtains and light filters, I can soften the harsh, fluorescent lighting that often adds to student anxiety. Flexible seating will allow small groups to work comfortably on their individual goals in a space that feels safe and inviting—not rigid or high-pressure.

My goal is simple: help students feel calm, supported, and free to be themselves—so they can focus on learning, not on how they’re being judged. With your help, we can build a space that promotes not just academic success, but emotional well-being and a lifelong love of learning.

Ms. Clark Valley Center 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.

Valley Center, CA 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

35 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids ACE Active Core Engagement Wobble Stool, 18-Inch Seat Height, Flexible Seating, Black • Amazon Business $54.99 5 $274.95
12 Pack Magnetic Fluorescent Light Covers 4X 2 Feet Decorative Fluorescent Ceiling Light Filter Coverings for Classroom Office School Home Hospital Decor • Amazon Business $50.99 1 $50.99
IRIS USA 19 Qt Stackable Plastic Storage Bins with Lids, 6 Pack - BPA-Free, Made in USA - Discreet Organizing Solution, Latches, Durable Nestable Containers, Secure Pull Handle - Pearl • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Pairs to Go Victoria Voile Rod Pocket Sheer Window Curtains for Bedroom or Living Room, 59 in x 95 in, Purple, 2 Panels • Amazon Business $9.00 4 $36.00
NICETOWN Curtain Rods 2 Pack for Windows 48 to 86 inch, 5/8 inch Diameter Adjustable Telescoping Rods with Urn Finials, Matte Black Copper • Amazon Business $33.65 1 $33.65
Wabboreq 4 Pieces Self Adhesive Curtain Rod Bracket, Universal Plastic Curtain Rod Holders, No Drill Curtain Rod Brackets Curtain Rod Hooks for Bathroom, Bedroom, Livingroom, Kitchen (Black) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$453.57

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$41.50

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$531.87

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$93.86

Total project goal

$625.73

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