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Ms. Bell from Sparks, NV is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Environment

Help me give my students a comfortable and safe learning environment that decreases anxiety.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Bell's classroom raised $1,000

This project is fully funded

My Project

I would really like to create a welcoming safe environment. I would like an environment that will help my students feel like all of their senses are considered and attended to. I would also like a room where the students are able to feel relaxed and calm. The rate of anxiety in students has increased over the past few years, I feel like this project will help address that. I feel like if all of the student's senses are engaged and calm when they walk into the room, they will be more likely to participate in academics. I will be putting rows of Edison lights on the ceiling, instead of using the harsh fluorescent lights. I will be installing the lights in a crisscross pattern in the room with the hooks. I will also be adding lights around the windows and borders. I will be using the speaker to have music on as they enter the room and during independent work time. I have a couple of social resource students who can use individual headphones, these have a nose-canceling feature so that they do not have other noises from the classroom taking their focus. I will be using the tapestries to decorate the bulletin boards. I will be using the essential oils to create a comforting smell as the students walk into the room. When a student walks into the room and there are soft lights, warm music, cozy decorations, and comforting smells, their anxiety lowers and they are able to engage in academics more fully.

Ms. Bell Lou Mendive Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Sparks, NV 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

175 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Beats by Dr. Dre - Solo� The Beats Icon Collection Wireless On-Ear Headphones - Matte Black • Best Buy Education $199.99 1 $199.99
Brightever 200FT Outdoor String Lights Dimmable LED Outside Patio Lights with 100+4 Shatterproof G40 Globe Edison Bulbs, Connectable Commercial String Hanging Lights for Backyard Party Porch Garden • Amazon Business $89.98 2 $179.96
Bose - SoundLink Flex Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Waterproof/Dustproof Design - Carmine Red • Best Buy Education $149.99 1 $149.99
Paper Mate InkJoy 600RT Retractable Gel Pens, 0.7 mm, Assorted, Set of 22 • School Specialty $54.97 1 $54.97
Vintage Bookshelf Tapestry Wall Hanging - Study Room Picture Art Tapestry Retro Bookshelf Wall Art Library Bohemian Hippie Wall Tapestries Bedroom College Dorm Decor XL • Amazon Business $23.66 2 $47.32
LED Outdoor String Lights 100FT Patio Light with 52 Shatterproof G40 Dimmable Globe Bulb, 2-Pack 50FT Waterproof Outside Hanging String Light for Christmas Backyard Porch Balcony Gazebo Party • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Command Small Wire Toggle Hooks, White, Damage Free Organizing of Dorm Rooms, 9 Command Hooks, 12 Command Strips (17067-9ES) • Quill.com $13.99 2 $27.98
ATLIN Ceiling Hooks (100 Pack) - Drop Ceiling Clips Great for Wedding Decorations and Classroom Decorations - T-Bar Clip fits Drop Ceilings, Suspended Ceilings, Tile Ceiling, and Grid Ceiling • Amazon Business $11.95 2 $23.90
Firplace Tapestry Art Retro Stove Print Tapestry Art Wall Hanging Tapestry Room Bedspread Decor XL • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Vanilla Essential Oil 100ml, MAYJAM Premium Essential Oils for Aromatherapy, Diffuser, Soap Making, Candle Making, Large Bottle Vanilla Oil with Gift Box(3.38fl.oz) • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
DZGlobal Forest Pathway in the Misty Mountain Tapestry Wall Hanging Art Nature Landscape Tapestries 80W X 60L Inch Home Decor for Living Room Bedroom Kitchen Dorm Green • Amazon Business $15.19 1 $15.19
VELCRO Brand Dots with Adhesive White | 200 Pk | 3/4" Circles | Sticky Back Round Hook and Loop Closures for Organizing, Arts and Crafts, School Projects, 91824 • Amazon Business $13.60 1 $13.60
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil, MAYJAM 3.38FL.OZ Premium Quality Essential Oils for Diffusers for Home, 100ML Ylang Ylang Oil Scented Oil, Great for DIY Soap Candle Making • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Cinnamon Essential Oil, MAYJAM Pure Essential Oils, 3.38FL.OZ Cinnamon Oil, Perfect for Diffusers Aromatherapy • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
Peppermint Essential Oil, MAYJAM Premium Pure Essential Oils, 3.38FL.OZ Peppermint Oil for Diffusers Soap Candle Making, Ideal for Home Office Car Yoga Use • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59

Materials cost

$801.93

Vendor shipping charges

$5.50

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.03

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$849.46

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.90

Total project goal

$999.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$999.36

2 Donors

-$999.36

Donations toward project cost

-$849.46

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$149.90

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$0.00

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