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Ms. Stevenson from Philadelphia, PA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Calming Corner

Help me give my students peace with a safe space that they can call a "home away from home."

$455 goal

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My Project

As a teacher in Philadelphia, our students are bombarded with negative messages, losing hope, and overall just stressed. We expect these students to then come to school ready to learn when the world around them is crashing down. I believe that a calming corner would be a place for students to recuperate.

I would like my students to not feel so overwhelmed when coming to school.

The products I have selected reinforce the positive messages, give them a place to relax when stressed, and allow them to be expressive.

The bean bags and rug will be used for comfortable seating. Traditional classroom desks can cause students to feel locked in and lose interest. This will help students to feel more at ease, especially when reading our class assigned books.

The mini-fridge would provide cold beverages for students. Students tend to leave class just for water, but having water in the classroom would allow students to not miss anything in the lecture.

The inspirational pillow cover will remind students how important they are in this world and to also validate their feelings. Just because they are young doesn't mean they shouldn't be heard.

The fidgets will be tools for students to stay focused when reading, doing assignments, or during lectures.

Our students have different specialized education needs. Our students cannot thrive unless we change our teaching techniques to fit their personalized needs. It is imperative, for me, as an English teacher to make sure my students aren't frustrated when reading.

Project tagged as

Philadelphia, PA
Grades 9-12
Mental Health
Students with Disabilities
Traditional School
Flexible Seating
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

Ms. Stevenson Camelot Academy - Boone Grades 9-12

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 will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Philadelphia, PA 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

15 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Big Joe Classic Beanbag Chair, Sapphire • Amazon Business $33.44 3 $100.32

FRIGIDAIRE Portable 10L, 15-can Mini Fridge Brushed Stainless Rugged Refrigerator, EFMIS188-SS • Amazon Business $56.88 1 $56.88

Phantoscope 18 x 18 Pillow Inserts, Set of 4 Hypoallergenic Square Form Decorative Throw Pillow Inserts, Made in USA Couch Bed Pillows - 18 inches • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99

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

Black Round Rug for Bedroom,Fluffy Circle Rug 4'X4' for Kids Room,Furry Carpet for Teen's Room,Shaggy Circular Rug for Nursery Room,Fuzzy Plush Rug for Dorm,Black Carpet,Cute Room Decor for Baby • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99

Utopia Bedding Throw Pillows Insert (Pack of 2, White) - 18 x 18 Inches Bed and Couch Pillows - Indoor Decorative Pillows • Amazon Business $23.81 1 $23.81

(50 Pcs) Fidget Toys Pack Figette Party Favors Valentines Day Gifts for Kids Adults, Autism Sensory Toy Classroom Prizes Autistic Children Pop Its Bulk Fidgets, Treasure Box Girls Goodie Bag Stress • Amazon Business $21.20 1 $21.20

LED String Lights USB Plug - 16 Color Changing 21.3FT 50 LED Globe Balls Indoor String Light with Remote Multicolor Fairy Lights Strings Decorative Lights for Girls Bedroom Dorm Christmas Tree Wedding • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

6 Pack Multi-Function Electronic Timer - Magnetic Digital Timers Big LCD Display The Loud / Silent Switch Countdown Timer Extensively Use in Break Time, Cooking,Gym, Meeting, Classroom • Amazon Business $16.89 1 $16.89

VAKADO Colorful Inspirational Quotes Outdoor Throw Pillow Covers Decorative Saying Words Letters Cushion Cases Home Decor for Patio Couch Sofa Office Furniture 18x18 Inch Set of 4 • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99

Psychology Gifts Throw Pillow Covers, Mental Health Gifts for Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Therapist, Psychology Major, Feelings Wheel Pillow Cushion Cover, Christmas Birthday Gift Ideas 18x18 in • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98

Liosei You are Brave Enough Loved Inspirational Quotes Linen Throw Pillow Cover, Motivational Gifts for Home Room Bed Sofa Decorations Decor (18 x 18 Inch) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99

Materials cost			$350.98
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$5.26
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$386.24
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$68.16
Total project goal			$454.40
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$454.40
2 Donors			-$224.56
Donations toward project cost			-$195.38
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$29.18
match offer			-$224.54
Match offer toward project cost			-$190.86
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$33.68
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$5.30
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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The Calming Corner

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My Project

Project tagged as

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

More about Ms. Stevenson

Boost your odds

Top rated for efficiency and transparency.

TEACHERS, FEELING INSPIRED?

Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes

How we calculate what's needed

Give the most requested basic supplies

Give back to your community

Project Activity

Project Activity

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Help teachers & students in your hometown this season!
Use code HOME at checkout and your donation will be matched up to $100.