Serenity Spot: a Calm Corner for Student Well-being
Help me give my students a calm corner in the classroom, providing students with a dedicated space to manage their emotions, reduce stress, and enhance their focus and learning.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Dixon's classroom raised $637
This project is fully funded
My Project
A calm corner in the classroom offers students a dedicated space to manage their emotions, reduce stress, and refocus, ultimately enhancing their learning experience. The items in this space play a crucial role in achieving these goals. A meditation sound machine provides soothing background noise, helping students relax and calm their minds, making it easier to reset emotionally and mentally. The bean bag chair offers a comfortable place to sit or recline, encouraging students to take a break when overwhelmed. Books on mental health and social emotional learning (SEL) equip students with essential knowledge and skills.
These resources enhance emotional intelligence, which is linked to improved academic performance and healthier social interactions.
An anger management toy provides a safe, tactile way for students to release frustration or anger, preventing these emotions from disrupting the classroom. The small bookshelf keeps all these resources organized and accessible, contributing to the calm and order of the space. Finally, a small area rug defines the calm corner, making it a distinct, inviting area where students can mentally shift into a more relaxed state.
Overall, the calm corner fosters a positive classroom environment by promoting emotional well-being and reducing disruptive behaviors. Students who can effectively manage their emotions are more likely to participate in class, collaborate with peers, and concentrate on their studies, leading to better academic outcomes and a healthier classroom dynamic.
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
5 Book Bundle: Graphic Novels #3 - Underrepresented Authors (book set) White Bird, Ain't Burned All Bright, Run, They Called Us Enemy, Long Way Down
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$90.00
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$90.00
Morphée Zen | Guided Meditation Sound Device for Instant Relaxation without waves | 72 Sessions to Enhance Well-being, Reduce Stress and find Deep Relaxation | Portable Meditation Sound Machine
• Amazon Business
$79.99
1
$79.99
IOTXY Wooden Open Shelf Bookcase - 3-Tier Floor Standing Display Cabinet Rack with Legs, 5 Cubes Bookshelf, Warm White
• Amazon Business
$69.99
1
$69.99
HABUTWAY Bean Bag Chair 3Ft Luxurious Velvet Ultra Soft Fur with High-Rebound Memory Foam Bean Bag Chairs for Adults Plush Lazy Sofa with Fluffy Removable Sponge 3'(Purple)
• Amazon Business
$64.99
1
$64.99
[Upgraded] LED Floor Lamp for Living Room, 3 Color Temperature Floor Lamp with Foot Switch Modern Standing Lamp Tall Pole Floor Reading Lamp for Bedroom, Study Room, Office, 9W Bulb Included, Gold
• Amazon Business
$29.99
1
$29.99
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
Purple Round Rug for Girls Bedroom,Fluffy Circle Rug 4'X4' for Kids Room,Furry Carpet for Teen's Room,Shaggy Circular Rug for Nursery,Fuzzy Plush Rug for Dorm,Purple Carpet,Cute Room Decor for Baby
• Amazon Business
$22.99
1
$22.99
Anxiety Survival Guide for Teens: How to Build Skills to Navigate Fear, Worry & Panic (teen mental health, social emotional awareness, calming corner)
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$20.00
1
$20.00
Ab(solutely) Normal: Short Stories That Smash Mental Health Stereotypes
• Amazon Business
$18.08
1
$18.08
Cool. Awkward. Black. (hardcover)
• MahoganyBooks
$17.09
1
$17.09
We Are Not Free (hardcover)
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$17.00
1
$17.00
Coloring Book For Teens: Anti-Stress Designs Vol 8 (Coloring Books for Teens)
• Amazon Business
$7.98
1
$7.98
Materials cost
$463.05
Vendor shipping charges
$9.00
Sales tax
$32.41
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.95
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$541.41
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$95.54
Total project goal
$636.95
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$636.95
2 Donors
-$591.29
Donations toward project cost
-$502.60
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$88.69
match offer
-$45.66
Match offer toward project cost
-$38.81
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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