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Mrs. Cox from Daphne, AL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Calming Corner

Help me give my students a calming corner right inside our classroom! Our classroom quiet area will be equipped with sensory items, and toys with a small table to help my kids de-escalate when they're upset.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Cox's classroom raised $248

This project is fully funded

My Students

I love teaching, to every single student. I have felt called to teaching for as long as I can remember, it's truly where I feel most fulfilled. It has been such an honor serving in this field, and helping children see their potential. I have been blessed to meet incredible students along the way who have a great hunger to learn.

My students are smart, funny, kind, and compassionate; they are full of strength, and full of confidence.

I love seeing them grow in knowledge and in character as they learn more about the world around them.

They work hard at reaching their objectives, and never give up! They learn how to persevere through some of the deepest and darkest personal circumstances, all while working hard in class. I have a great admiration for my students, and feel so blessed to help contribute to their little lives, even if it's just a year at a time.

My Project

The purpose of a calming corner is for students to briefly get away from frustrating tasks or over-stimulating activities to calm down and regain focus. I have many students who need frequent breaks throughout the day, and struggle with impulsivity. I would love to create a space within our classroom environment with soothing materials and furnishings to help students de-escalate when they're upset. I chose specific sensory items like stress balls, and bead balls that are great for the fidgety student who might need a quick break. Toys such as the bubble motion timer that offers relaxation, and small furnishings like a table for my students to sit at will help a them feel cozy and relaxed so they can rejoin our class ready to go!

Mrs. Cox Daphne 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.

Daphne, AL 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

30 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Find it Games - Kids Edition - The Original Hidden Object Search Adventure - Age 6+ • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Mr. Sketch 2003992 Scented Washable Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 36 Count • Amazon Business $22.35 1 $22.35
Jasonwell 42 Pcs Magnetic Tiles Building Blocks Set for Boys Girls Preschool Educational Construction Kit Magnet Stacking Toys for Kids Toddlers Children Age 3 4 5 6 7 8 Year Old • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
DHP Parsons Modern End Table, Gray • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Impresa Products 5-Pack of Stretchy String Fidget / Sensory Toys (BPA/Phthalate/Latex-Free) - Stretches from 10 Inches to 8 Feet! • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
YoYa Toys Pull, Stretch and Squeeze Stress Balls 3 Pack - Elastic Construction Sensory Balls - Ideal for Stress and Anxiety Relief, Special Needs, Autism, Disorders and More • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Kids Fidget Toys Set - Mix Value Pack of 9 Sensory Toys for Stress & Anxiety Relief: Color Changing Putty, Water Beads, Noodle, Stress Ball, Spiky Bracelets, & Fidget Rings. Fun Fidgets for Children • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Li’l Gen Water Beads with Fine Motor Skills Toy Set, Non-Toxic Water Sensory Toy for Kids - 20,000 Beads with 2 Scoops and Tweezers for Early Skill Development • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
What Would You Do? In a Jarxae: Daily Dilemmas for Young Children • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Big Mo's Toys Liquid Motion Bubble Timer - Rectangular Sensory Relaxation Water Toy - Assorted Colors, 1 Piece • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$164.25

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$13.39

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.46

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$210.10

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$37.08

Total project goal

$247.18

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$247.18

3 Donors

-$247.17

Donations toward project cost

-$210.10

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.07

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

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$0.00

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