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Ms. Slaton from San Leandro, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Recharge and Relax: A Calm Zone to Thrive

Help me give my students massage chairs to create a calm and supportive space where they can recharge, regulate their emotions, and return to learning ready to thrive.

  • $400 goal

This project expired on September 16, 2025.

This project expired on September 16, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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’m requesting three massage chairs for my classroom to support student wellness and emotional regulation. Middle school can be a stressful and overwhelming time, and many of my students face a variety of personal, academic, and social challenges. Having multiple massage chairs available will allow more students to access a calming sensory experience when they need it most—helping them reduce anxiety, release tension, and return to learning with greater focus and clarity. These chairs will be an important addition to our classroom's calm corner, creating a supportive space where students can take short, meaningful breaks to reset and recharge.

I’ve seen how effective intentional self-regulation tools can be in helping students stay engaged and emotionally balanced throughout the day.

While we currently use breathing techniques and movement breaks, the addition of three massage chairs would significantly expand our ability to meet students' diverse needs. By offering more than one chair, we can ensure that students don’t have to wait to access this resource, making our classroom feel even more responsive and inclusive. This investment in student well-being will help create a classroom culture where care, focus, and emotional health are valued and supported every day.

Ms. Slaton Bancroft Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

San Leandro, CA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

999 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
comrelax Shiatsu Back Massager with Heat, Massage Chair Pad Seat Cushion for Stress Relief, Deep Tissue Kneading & Roller, 2 Vibration Motors, Back Waist Hip Massager, PU Leather, with 2 Adapters • Amazon Business $94.97 1 $94.97
Back Massager with Heat for Pain Relief Deep Tissue, Portable Chair Massager Seat Cushion with Vibration Massage, Back Massage Chair Pad with Optional Cooling, Gifts for Dad Men Women Home Office Use • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
Back Massager with Heat for Pain Relief Deep Tissue, Portable Massage Chair Cushion and Seat Pad for Office/Home Gifts for Men & Women • Amazon Business $62.99 1 $62.99
Ultra Thin Flat Extension Cord 5 FT, TESSAN Slim Power Strip with USB Ports (1 USB C), Surge Protector Flat Plug Wall Charger with 3 Outlets for Office, School, Dorm Room Essentials • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
USB Wall Charger, Surge Protector, POWRUI 6-Outlet Extender with 2 USB Charging Ports (2.4A Total) and Night Light, 3-Sided Power Strip with Adapter Spaced Outlets - White,ETL Listed • Amazon Business $17.97 1 $17.97
Multi Plug Outlet Surge Protector - POWRUI 6 Outlet Extender with 3 USB Ports (1 USB C) and Night Light, 3-Sided Power Strip with Adapter Spaced Outlets - White, ETL Listed • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$279.90

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$25.61

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$339.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$59.95

Total project goal

$399.66

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