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Mr. T from Casa Grande, AZ is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Serenity Space: A Calming Corner for a Peaceful Classroom

Help me give my students have a calming corner where they can retreat when they need a moment to relax, reset, or manage their emotions.

FULLY FUNDED! Mr. T's classroom raised $225

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

The calming corner in my classroom will offer students a safe and inviting space to manage stress, anxiety, or other strong emotions during the school day. The specific items I’m requesting, such as soft cushions, stress balls, fidget toys, and mindfulness cards, are designed to help students self-regulate and refocus. These tools allow students to take a break from classroom activities, relax, and gather their thoughts before re-engaging with their work. The calming corner not only reduces classroom disruptions but also promotes a more harmonious learning environment where students feel valued and understood.

The goal of this project is to cultivate emotional resilience and self-regulation skills among my students.

By offering a dedicated space for emotional expression and relaxation, the calming corner encourages students to develop healthy coping mechanisms and understand their feelings better. This approach is particularly beneficial for my students, who are special because of their unique backgrounds and diverse needs. Many of them face various stressors outside of school, and having a calming corner provides them with a sense of security and support. Ultimately, this project aims to create a classroom culture that prioritizes mental well-being and fosters an inclusive atmosphere where every student can thrive.

Mr. T Cottonwood 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.

Casa Grande, AZ 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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
FelizMax Round Zafu Meditation Cushion, D=15" H=5.5" Zabuton Meditation Pillow, Yoga Bolster/Pillow, Floor seat, Zippered Organic Cotton Cover, Natural Buckwheat, Kneeling Pillow - Grey • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Anger Management Toys - The Calm Ball - Coping Skills Tool, Anxiety Toys for Adults and Kids, Stress Relief Toys for Adults, Teens and Kids, Therapy Toys, Anxiety Relief, Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
GiftAmaz Multi-Sensory Mindful Maze Boards, Textured Sensory Calming Toys for Kid, Finger Path Breathing Board, Calming Corner Items Social Emotional Learning, Mindful Sensory Cardboard Box for Kid 3+ • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
5 Pcs Marble Maze Mat Sensory Fidget Stress Relief Toys,Sensory Mat Anxiety Calming Toys,Tactile Sensory Toys for Kids Adults Teens Autism with Special Needs School Classroom Home Supplies,2 Sizes • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
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 $12.99 1 $12.99
S&O Set of 10 Calming Corner Classroom Feelings Poster - Calming Corner Poster - Calming Corner Items Kids - Calm Down Corner Supplies - Calm Corner Items Emotion Charts - Calming Classroom Decor • Amazon Business $10.87 1 $10.87
QIYUHOY Boho Rainbow Classroom Throw Pillow Covers, Book Center Calming Corner Playroom Decor Pillow Case, Purple Pillow Cover, I Am Kind Smart Brave Confidence 12x20 Inch Pillowcase(Green) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
33 Pcs Watercolor Classroom Bulletin Board Decor Set Everyone is Welcome Here Poster Watercolor Positive Poster Inspiring Quote Poster Motivational Work Posters for Classroom Office Bedroom Farmhouse • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Magnetic Apple Timer • Lakeshore Learning Materials $5.99 1 $5.99

Materials cost

$147.75

Vendor shipping charges

$0.30

Sales tax

$10.56

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.22

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$190.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$33.68

Total project goal

$224.51

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$224.51

3 Donors

-$172.51

Donations toward project cost

-$146.63

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.88

match offer

-$52.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$44.20

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.80

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$0.00

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