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Ms. Gentile from Phoenix, AZ is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cozy Calming Corner & Sel Resources

Help me give my students a new and improved calming corner with classroom resources to help manage emotions.

  • $370 goal

This project expired on November 8, 2025.

This project expired on November 8, 2025.

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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

I am requesting a variety of social-emotional learning (SEL) tools and resources to support my students’ emotional well-being.

Over the past two years, I’ve seen a noticeable decline in students’ ability to manage emotions, resolve conflicts, and cope with stress.

Many struggle with anxiety, frustration, and self-regulation. A calming corner and SEL tools will give them healthy, constructive outlets to process emotions and build vital coping skills. These resources are essential for helping students develop emotional intelligence, resilience, and a strong foundation for lifelong mental health. I can't wait to help make our youth stronger!

Ms. Gentile Nevitt 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.

Phoenix, AZ 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

750 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Geetery 12 Pcs Floor Pillows Meditation Square Large Bulk Flexible Seating Thick Cushions for Floor Sitting 15.7'' Colorful Tufted Sitting Mat for Tatami Classroom Chair Yoga Room (Bright Color) • Amazon Business $53.99 1 $53.99
Podzly 24 Pack Smiley Face Stress Balls - Bulk Colorful Neon Squeeze Face Ball - Fidget Squishy Toys - Ideal for Classrooms, Anxiety Relief, Gifts, Party Favors, Autism & Self-Regulation Therapy • Amazon Business $17.39 3 $52.17
LTKOUGFAM Soft Kids Area Rug, Large Washable Space Mat, Non-Slip Cute Rainbow Weather Baby Crawling Floor Mat for Living Room Playroom Classroom Bathroom (59" x 39" S) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
16 Sets Textured Sensory Tiles Mini Mats Educational Tactile Sensory Toys Assorted Texture Floor Tiles Textured Mat for Autism Learning Play Fidget Activity Game(Square) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Teacher Created Resources Tie-Dye Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll • Amazon Business $24.15 1 $24.15
Dunwell Plastic Colored File Folders (6 Pack), 1/3 Tab File Folders for 8.5x11 Letter Size Documents, Assorted Light Colors, Acid-Free Poly, Includes Labels • Amazon Business $6.64 3 $19.92
15 PCS Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture Rubber Bands for Kids, Fidget Bands for School Classroom Chairs and Desk, Ideal for ADHD, Autism, Hyperactivity • Amazon Business $13.95 1 $13.95
Dry Erase Stickers Multi Use Labels for Whiteboard Storage Bin All Purpose Labels, Reminders and Decals. Washable & Removable Sticky Notes Reuse Again and Again 4"x2" 24 Pack, Assorted Color • Amazon Business $13.46 1 $13.46
ArtAt 12-Inch Paper Cutter with Retractable Safety Blade, A4 Portable Trimmer for Cardstock, Laminated Paper, Photos, Crafts, Gift Cards, Coupons, Kraft Labels (Auto-Lock & Precise Cutting) • Amazon Business $9.58 1 $9.58
Positive Affirmations Cards & Inspirational Stickers, 400 Unique Motivational Quote Cards Reward Stickers for Kids Adults Encouragement Mini Note Cards for Gifts • Amazon Business $8.88 1 $8.88

Materials cost

$261.08

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$18.67

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.92

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$313.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$55.35

Total project goal

$369.02

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