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Ms. Cadena from Los Angeles CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calming Center

Help me give my students a space to relax and calm themselves to help them refocus.

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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

Creating a calming center for students can be incredibly beneficial for promoting mental well-being and providing a space for relaxation and stress relief. A quiet and comfortable space is for students to easily access and calm themselves down.

To equip the center with various tools and resources to help students relax, I am looking to furnish a space with cozy seating options like bean bags.

I will Incorporate Mindfulness Practices: Offer resources and guidance on mindfulness practices like meditation, deep breathing exercises, and yoga. provide mats or cushions for meditation and display instructions or videos for students to follow.

Create a Welcoming Atmosphere inclusive to all students. Incorporating student artwork or encouraging students to contribute to the space in meaningful ways.

I will Establish Clear Guidelines: Set clear guidelines for the use of the calming center, such as respecting others' privacy, keeping noise levels down, and cleaning up after oneself. This will help maintain a peaceful environment for everyone to enjoy.

Promote Awareness: Spread the word about the calming center through school announcements, social media, or posters around campus. Encourage students to take advantage of the space whenever they need a break or some quiet time.

By implementing these steps, I can create a calming center that provides students with a much-needed respite from the stresses of school life and promotes their overall well-being.

Ms. Cadena
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Jumbo Beanbag Seat - Orange (36"w x 34"h) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $229.00 1 $229.00
Lakeshore Flex-Space Jumbo Beanbag Seat - Green (36"w x 34"h) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $229.00 1 $229.00
Lakeshore Flex-Space Jumbo Beanbag Seat - Blue (36"w x 34"h) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $229.00 1 $229.00

Materials cost

$687.00

Vendor shipping charges

 $34.35

Sales tax

 $62.86

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.30

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$824.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$145.50

Total project goal

$970.01

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $970.01

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 $970.01

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