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Ms. Bailey from Worcester, MA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mindfulness Matters

Help me give my students a place they can enjoy some mindful moments.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Bailey's classroom raised $901

This project is fully funded

My Students

Our school is just that, a community. It houses close to 1,500 students who all have unique and amazing stories to tell. Immigrants, refugees, and family struggles, these are just a few. As a community school, we provide more than just an education for our students. Because we have such a large low-income population, 100% of our students receive free breakfast, lunch, and an after school meal. In addition, we have a large food pantry to supply students with food to take home. We also have an amazing volunteer program that helps clothe our students and members within our community. On a yearly basis, close to 1,200 individuals are recipients of these donations. Healthcare services are also provided to our students.

My students come from all walks of life.

Forty percent are English Language Learners. Regardless of their daily challenges, they come to class with a smile on their face and eagerness to learn. In addition to overcoming many personal obstacles, my students also have the challenge of learning in an open classroom. Having no walls can be problematic at times, but their willingness to learn is second to none.

My Project

Junior year is extremely difficult for most students, however, this year seems to be far more challenging than those of the past. The pandemic has increased all of my students stress levels and a majority of them don't know how to take a moment to relax.

Creating an environment that will afford my students the opportunity for mindful moments is something that they need more than ever.

I believe providing a safe, comfortable, and quiet space for my students can help reset their minds and be prepared for productive school day. A quiet tranquil space will help them recharge and refresh their love for learning.

Ms. Bailey South High Community School Grades 9-12

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.

Worcester, MA 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

125 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Chill Sack Bean Bag Chair: Giant 5' Memory Foam Furniture Bean Bag - Big Sofa with Soft Micro Fiber Cover - Navy • Amazon Business $149.99 2 $299.98
Floor Lamp, CHIPHY 64" Tall Lamp, Dimmable and RGBW Color Changing LED Smart Bulbs and White Fabric Shade, with Remote Control, Standing Lamp for Living Room, Bedroom and Play Room • Amazon Business $129.99 1 $129.99
DearHouse 12 Pieces 20"x 20" Artificial Boxwood Panels Topiary Hedge Plant, Privacy Hedge Screen UV Protected Suitable for Outdoor, Indoor, Garden, Fence, Backyard and Decor • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
Sharpie Permanent Markers Ultimate Collection, Fine and Ultra Fine Points, Assorted Colors, 72 Count • Amazon Business $57.77 1 $57.77
SooPii Premium 6-Port USB Charging Station Organizer for Multiple Devices, 6 Short Charging Cables Included, for Phones, Tablets, and Other Electronics, White • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Nature's Mark 10" H Crackled Glass Light Show Tabletop Water Fountain with Natural River Rocks and Color Changing LED Lights (Corded) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Toysmith Deluxe Zen Garden • Amazon Business $26.86 1 $26.86
Paper Mate Clearpoint Mechanical Pencils, 0.7 mm #2 Pencil | Pencils for School Supplies, Blue Barrels, 12 Count • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Fine Point, Featuring Mystic Gem Color Markers, Assorted, 24 Count • Amazon Business $17.88 1 $17.88

Materials cost

$724.44

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$765.31

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$135.05

Total project goal

$900.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$900.36

1 Donor

-$850.34

Donations toward project cost

-$765.31

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$85.03

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$50.02

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$0.00

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