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Ms. Wilson from Stamford, CT is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Relax, Reflect, Restore

Help me give my students hands-on stress relievers and comfortable seating so that they will have a safe, calm area to practice reflective techniques.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Wilson's classroom raised $638

This project is fully funded

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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

My position as the Restorative Practice Student Support Facilitator offers me the opportunity to establish on-going relationships with both students and their families as we navigate the complexities of returning to school post-COVID. Students who come to me are often full of anxiety; having access to manipulatives such as playdough and comfortable seating such as bean bags helps to provide a safe and comfortable space.

Simply put, I get to help foster an environment that builds relationships, strives for mutual respect, provides space for open, honest dialogue and decision-making, and encourages individual accountability and responsibility.

I am requesting hands-on stress relievers and comfortable seating so that they will have a safe, calm area to practice reflective techniques. The materials I am requesting with this project will be instrumental in providing a safe and welcoming environment where students will be participating in both Restorative Conferences and Community Circles. For many students, working collaboratively with those they were once in conflict with fosters opportunities for personal growth they may not otherwise have had.

Directly outside of my room is a courtyard; students have expressed the desire to "beautify" that space, and brooms will be essential for that process. Seeing students who were once so angry with each other work towards a common goal is restoration in action.

Ms. Wilson Turn of River 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.

Stamford, CT 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

756 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Big Joe Milano Beanbag Chair Stretch Limo Black Smartmax • Amazon Business $44.99 2 $89.98
Kiddy Dough 80 Pack of Dough - School & Birthday Party Favors Bulk Clay Classpack - Includes Molded Animal Shaped Lids - Holiday Christmas Gift Edition – (1oz Dough Tubs - 80oz Total) Gift for Kids • Amazon Business $34.99 2 $69.98
LELY HOME Round Rattan Woven Serving Tray w/ Handles, Breakfast Ottoman Tray, Drinks, Coffee Table, Living Room Kitchen Décor • Amazon Business $29.95 2 $59.90
Big Joe Milano Beanbag Chair Stretch Limo Black Smartmax • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Genuine Joe 12001 Warehouse Broom • Amazon Business $17.59 2 $35.18
Officemate MagnetPlus Magnetic Letter Size File Pocket, White (92543) • Amazon Business $26.84 1 $26.84
Fun Social Skills and Therapy Game for Adults and Teenagers: CBT Therapeutic Family Game for Meaningful Conversations and Open Communication, Leading to Better Relationships. Great Counseling Tool. • Amazon Business $24.50 1 $24.50
X Large Dry Erase Wall Calendar - 24"x 36" Premium Giant Oversized Undated Erasable Deadline Task Calendar for 2022 - Jumbo Monthly Task Organizer Planner for Home, Business & Dorm Room • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
CBT Toolbox for Children and Adolescents: Over 200 Worksheets & Exercises for Trauma, ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression & Conduct Disorders • Amazon Business $20.49 1 $20.49
The DBT Skills Workbook for Teens: A Fun Guide to Manage Anxiety and Stress, Understand Your Emotions and Learn Effective Communication Skills • Amazon Business $18.95 1 $18.95
SCIONE Kids Party Favors 10 Pack Fidget Toys Pop Fidget Spinners, Goodie Bag Stuffers Party Supplies Prize Gift Box Toys for Kids Classroom Bag Fillers Mother Days Gift Sensory Toy • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
90 PCS Colorful Push Pin Magnets, Office Magnets,8 Assorted Color Strong Magnetic Push Pins, Perfect to use as Kitchen Home and School Classroom Magnets, Map Magnets,Whiteboard Magnets • Amazon Business $12.59 1 $12.59

Materials cost

$440.38

Vendor shipping charges

$65.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.61

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$541.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$95.65

Total project goal

$637.64

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$637.64

2 Donors

-$278.50

Donations toward project cost

-$271.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

match offer

-$318.81

Match offer toward project cost

-$270.99

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$47.82

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$40.32

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$0.00

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