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Mrs. Nicole Cadiz from Hope Mills, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Safe, Seen, Supported: A Learning Haven

Help me give my students a comfortable, calming, and accepting learning environment where they feel safe to be themselves, explore their creativity, and focus on learning without stress or fear.

  • $1,311 goal

This project expired on October 2, 2025.

This project expired on October 2, 2025.

My Project

Gifted students have incredible potential, but they also have unique needs—social, emotional, and sensory—that are often overlooked. This project will transform our classroom into a learning haven where my gifted learners feel safe to take risks, seen for who they truly are, and supported in both their strengths and their sensitivities.

By creating a calming, inclusive, and comfortable environment, we’ll meet more than just academic goals—we’ll nurture the whole child.

This space will include flexible seating, sensory-friendly tools, and calming visuals designed to reduce anxiety, support emotional regulation, and foster creative and critical thinking.

When gifted students feel emotionally safe and supported, they’re more willing to challenge themselves, collaborate meaningfully, and express their curiosity without fear. Your support helps build a space where gifted minds can not only grow—but thrive.

Mrs. Nicole Cadiz Grays Creek 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.

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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

80 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
AILIHEN Kids Headphones Bulk 10-Pack for K-12 School Classroom, On-Ear Wired Headset with Microphone for Students Children with 93dB Volume Limited, 3.5mm Jack for Chromebooks Tablets Laptop Computer • Amazon Business $77.00 1 $77.00
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 256/Carton (58-8201) • Staples $65.73 1 $65.73
School Smart 2-Pocket Folders with Fasteners, Assorted Colors, Pack of 25 - Durability • School Specialty $16.27 4 $65.08
X-ACTO Pencil Sharpener, SchoolPro Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy Duty Sharpener for School, Classroom and Teacher Supplies, Perfect for Addition to Homeschooling Supplies, Black, 1 Count • Amazon Business $27.19 2 $54.38
Scotch Brand Scotch TL906 Thermal Laminator, Never Jam Technology Automatically Prevents Misfed Items, 2 Roller System , 9 inch (Pack of 2) • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Crayola Colored Pencils - Assorted Colors, Classpack of 240 • Blick Art Materials $40.87 1 $40.87
CloroxPro Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Fresh Scent, 700 Count • Amazon Business $37.84 1 $37.84
Power Strip Tower Surge Protector - JACKYLED 16 AC Outlets(13A) 6 USB Ports Electric Charging Station, 1050J Surge Electric Tower, 1625W Outlet Extender, 6.5ft Heavy Duty Extension Cord for Home • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Brother P-Touch PTD220 Home/Office Everyday Label Maker | Prints TZe Label Tapes up to ~1/2 inch White • Amazon Business $35.41 1 $35.41
Fumete 240 Pcs Inspirational Quote Pencils for Students from Teacher Motivational Pencil with Eraser Pre Sharpened #2 HB Bulk Classroom Gifts for Students Back to School • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Insignia - 10 Outlet/2 USB 2700 Joules Surge Protector - White • Best Buy Education $34.99 1 $34.99
Astrobrights Vintage Cardstock Paper, 65 lbs, 8.5" x 11", Assorted Colors, 250/Pack (21003/22003) • Quill.com $29.34 1 $29.34
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, Letter Size, 3 Mil, 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Quill.com $28.51 1 $28.51
2Fold Supply Pencil Dispenser for Classroom - Stainless Steel Bulk Pencil Holder for Desk - Includes Removable Label Stickers - Teacher Must Haves for Organization - Holds up to 200 Pencils (Yellow) • Amazon Business $28.39 1 $28.39
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 2 $27.90
Teacher Created Resources Assorted Bright Colors Portable Plastic Storage Caddy 6-Pack for Classrooms, Kids Room, and Office Organization, (Lime, Orange, Pink, Purple, Teal, and Yellow) 3 Compartment • Amazon Business $26.17 1 $26.17
Lineon Erasable Gel Pens, 26 Colors Retractable Erasable Pens Clicker, Fine Point, Make Mistakes Disappear, Assorted Color Inks for Drawing Writing Planner and Crossword Puzzles • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencils with Erasers, Bright Edition Medium Point (0.7mm), 40-Count Pack, Bulk Mechanical Pencils for School or Office Supplies • Amazon Business $7.46 3 $22.38
Sooez 32 Pack Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags, A4 Letter Size, Zipper Bags with Label Pocket, Waterproof Zipper Pouches for Classroom Organization, Board Game Storage, Document Bag for Office School Supplies • Amazon Business $21.98 1 $21.98
Astrobrights Colored Paper, 24 lbs., 8.5" x 11", Assorted Tropical Colors, 500 Sheets/Ream (91665) • Quill.com $21.33 1 $21.33
Scotch 5" Soft Touch Blunt Tip Kids Scissors, 12 Count Teacher’s Pack, Green, All-Purpose Scissors for School and Crafts (1442P-12) • Amazon Business $7.07 3 $21.21
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. 60/Pack (E501) • Staples $19.70 1 $19.70
Letter Tray Paper Organizer 5-Tier Desk Organizer File Organizer Paper Holder with Handle, Metal Desktop Document Shelf Tray Office Classroom Organization - Blue • Amazon Business $19.50 1 $19.50
XXXFLOWER Broom and Dustpan Set with Cleaning Teeth, 55" Long Handle Indoor Sweeping Combo for Home Office Kitchen, Bluish Green • Amazon Business $15.97 1 $15.97
Dixon Ticonderoga Laddie No. 2 Pencil - Box of 12 • Blick Art Materials $5.27 3 $15.81
Lysol Disinfectant Spray, Sanitizing and Antibacterial Spray, For Disinfecting and Deodorizing, Spring Waterfall, 19 fl oz • Amazon Business $7.49 2 $14.98
Sooez 120 Pack Pencil Top Erasers Cap Pencil Eraser Toppers Eraser Studying Supplies for Teachers Pencil Erasers, 7 Colors • Amazon Business $4.99 3 $14.97
Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Radiant Assortment 300 Sheets/Ream (91642) • Staples $13.94 1 $13.94
306pcs Funny Meme Vinyl Stickers Pack, Large Bulk Sticker for Laptop, Phone, Water Bottles, Computer Cars... Vine Sticker Decal DIY Décor for Bumper Accesory • Amazon Business $13.85 1 $13.85
Juvale 12-Pack Pencil Holder Trays and Organization Baskets - Plastic Caddy for Desk and Elementary Teacher Supplies for Classroom Decoration (Rainbow) • Amazon Business $13.49 1 $13.49
4 x 6 inch Large Size Rainbow Happy Mail Teacher Notes to Parents Classroom Good Behavior Incentive Motivational Cards 50 Pcs Motivational Notes Positive Postcards For Home,Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary School • Amazon Business $6.06 2 $12.12
Squishy Sensory Toys for Kids: Calm Down Sensory Toys for Autistic Children Toddlers Special Needs, Squeeze Stretch Anxiety Relief Autism Toys, Sensory Shapes Learning Toys Classroom Must Haves • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79
Fidget Simple Fidget Pack, 35pcs Fidget Toys Set with Popping Fidget Sensory Toys for Kids and Adults Simple Fidget Stress Relief Kit Gift for Party Classroom Christmas Stocking • Amazon Business $9.01 1 $9.01
36 Pieces Anxiety Sensory Stickers with 2 Textured Surface Adhesives - Fidget Stickers for Office & Classroom Desk - Sensory Strips - Relieve Adult & Teen Stress(Rainbow Style) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Carson Dellosa 14-Piece Be an Ally Like Me Posters, Motivational 8.5" x 11" Wall Art, History and Pop Culture Classroom Decor and Teacher Supplies, School Counselor Office Must Haves • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Liquid Motion Bubble Timer - Rectangular Sensory Relaxation Water Toy - Assorted Colors, 1 Piece by Big Mo's Toys • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$976.57

Vendor shipping charges

 $16.46

Sales tax

 $76.17

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,113.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$196.56

Total project goal

$1,310.41

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