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Mrs. Taira from Waipahu, HI is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calm Classroom

Help me give my students a calming, organized environment so that school can be a place of refuge.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Taira's classroom raised $425

This project is fully funded

My Project

The Covid-19 Pandemic has caused young students to be exposed to anxiety like never before. Order and consistency provides children with a sense of safety and the atmosphere in a room can help relieve stress and anxiety. I chose materials to decorate the classroom that have happy messages and calming colors. Social Emotional posters will help to remind students about the importance of a growth mindset, strategies for calming down, and positive self-talk. There are also materials like book tubs, an attendance chart, and drawers to house different types of worksheets all which will help to organize the classroom and provide the structure that students need. The resources that I am requesting will create an orderly, calming classroom that can be an oasis away from the craziness caused by the pandemic.

Mrs. Taira Kanoelani Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Waipahu, HI View local requests

More than a third 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

19 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
24 Pack Plastic Storage Bins Bulk Cubby Storage Bins Classroom Book Bins Storage Organizer Containers for Classroom Library Preschool Office Home Toys Books Organizing (Macaron Color) • Amazon Business $82.99 1 $82.99
Topment Plastic Boxes 10 Drawer Rolling Organizer Cart Utility Storage Tools Scrapbook Paper Multi-Use (Rainbow) • Amazon Business $58.16 1 $58.16
Teacher Created Resources Aqua and Lime Color Wash Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll • Amazon Business $17.99 3 $53.97
TaoBary 6 Rolls 196.8 ft Colorful Borders for Bulletin Board, Scalloped Trim Bulletin Board Decorations for Classroom Valentine's Day Decor(Macaroon Color) • Amazon Business $22.99 2 $45.98
Teacher Created Resources Behavior Pocket Chart, 21 x 37 Inches, Green | Grades 1-12 | Adult | Lightweight | Durable • School Specialty $25.39 1 $25.39
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener, Auto Stop, Super Sharp & Fast, Electric Pencil Sharpener Plug in for 6-12mm No.2/Colored Pencils/Office/Home-Green • Amazon Business $23.50 1 $23.50
6 Pcs Mental Health Poster for Classroom Decor,Boho Inspirational Posters Growth Mindset Posters Motivational Posters for Bulletin Board Classroom Reading Corner School Supplies Counselor Office • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
uoyien Growth Mindset Mental Health Posters Classroom Office Therapy Wall Decor Positive Affirmations Quotes Canvas Wall Art Kids Educational Prints For Calming Corner Decorations Unframed 12x16in • Amazon Business $8.97 1 $8.97

Materials cost

$308.95

Vendor shipping charges

$3.81

Sales tax

$13.59

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$360.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$63.70

Total project goal

$424.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$424.68

1 Donor

-$424.68

Donations toward project cost

-$360.98

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$63.70

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$0.00

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