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Ms. Negash from Baltimore, MD is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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From Stress to Success: A Relaxation Room for Student Wellness

Help me give my students items to help refresh the school counseling office space and provide the counselors and students with a space to meet, relax, and share time together in confidence.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Negash's classroom raised $743

This project is fully funded

My Project

At Dunbar High School, we believe that student well-being is the foundation for academic and personal success. As the School Counseling Lead, I see firsthand the emotional weight many of our students carry each day. From academic stress to challenges at home, our young people deserve a space where they can pause, breathe, and reset.

That’s why we’re transforming a section of our counseling suite into a dedicated Relaxation and Wellness Space — a calming corner where students can decompress, self-regulate, and feel supported.

To bring this vision to life, we need your help.

We're seeking comfortable furniture like soft chairs and bean bags, soothing lighting, and engaging fidget toys to create a welcoming, sensory-friendly environment. These additions will make a world of difference for students who need a break from the hustle of the school day — whether they're managing anxiety, navigating personal challenges, or just need a few minutes of peace.

Your donation will help us create a space that feels safe, supportive, and student-centered — a place where students can return to class feeling calm, grounded, and ready to learn. Thank you for investing in our students' mental health and emotional well-being. Your support means more than you know.

Ms. Negash Paul L Dunbar High School 414 Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Baltimore, MD View local requests

Nearly all 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

950 students impacted 8donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flash Furniture Roxy Collection Polyester 89" x 62" Rectangular Handmade Rug, Ivory/Black (RCKJ1810700157) • Quill.com $145.99 1 $145.99
Flash Furniture Greenwich Collection Coffee Table, Clear/Matte Gold (NANJH1786CT) • Quill.com $132.99 1 $132.99
Flash Furniture Cotton Twill Bean Bag Chair Red (DGBEANSMSLDRD) • Staples $111.94 1 $111.94
Flash Furniture Gwen Faux Fur Kids' Folding Saucer Chair, Navy (FV-FMC-030-NV-SGD-GG) • Quill.com $55.99 1 $55.99
CHULUX Mini Coffee Maker for K Capsule, Single Serve Coffee Maker for One Cup Americano, Lightweight Pod Coffee Machine, Cyan • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Ambimall 60'' Modern Floor Lamp with Shade, Tall Lamps for Living Room, Bedroom, Office, Dining Room, Beige Shade with Gold Pole(Without Bulb) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Kabvry Fidget Toys Slug ,Sensory Slug Fidget Toy for Kids ,Toddler Sensory Toys,Stress Relief Toy,ADHD Autism Toys,Preschool Boy Girl Gifts Idea,Easter Basket Stuffers Gift for Kids(6PCS) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Color Changing Putty Fidget Toy for Kids Stress Relief and Therapy and Great ADHD Fidget Putty Toy That Changes Colors • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
24 Packs Mini Pop Fidget Toy Pack Simple Bubble Poping Keychain, Squeeze Stress Relief Sensory Hand Toy, Office Desk Pops Bulk Toys Gradution Student Gifts for Girls Boys Party Favors for Kids • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Yeetec 6 Pack 24 Links Wacky Tracks Snap and Click Fidget Toys, Finger Sensory Toys, Snake Puzzles for Stress Relief, Party Bag Fillers, Party Favours, Random Color • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$558.81

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$33.53

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.38

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$630.72

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$111.30

Total project goal

$742.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$742.02

6 Donors

-$577.02

Donations toward project cost

-$490.47

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$86.55

match offer

-$165.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$140.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.75

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$0.00

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