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Mrs. Failla from New York, NY is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Corner for Calm

Help me give my students curtains, a lamp, a weighted animal and other resources for a soothing, sensory-friendly space where they can take a mental break.

  • $490 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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 students are vibrant, resilient, and determined, navigating both the excitement and challenges of high school. They’re balancing academic expectations with social pressures, all while trying to figure out who they are and where they want to go.

The items I’ve requested are carefully chosen to provide a calming, sensory-friendly environment that will allow students to take breaks, de-stress, and refocus.

Here’s how each item will contribute to their mental and emotional well-being:

This floor lamp will allow students to personalize the mood, helping them relax with colors and light patterns that encourage a sense of calm and focus.

Fidget toys give students a way to manage nervous tension, helping them improve focus and maintain composure during challenging moments.

The weighted animal will provide grounding pressure, which can help students manage anxiety and feel secure, promoting a stable learning environment.

The Calm Balm provides an outlet for students to manage stress and frustrations healthily, teaching them coping mechanisms.

The Volcanic Motion Bubble Machine and Betta Fish Tank: These visual relaxation tools will give students a chance to “reset” by focusing on peaceful, slow-moving visuals, which can help calm their minds and return to class ready to learn.

String lights will create a cozy, inviting space, making it a place students feel comfortable.

My goal is to offer a supportive environment where students can develop self-regulation skills and coping strategies to handle stress. I want this to become a place students can count on when they need a mental break or to reset.

My students show up every day, ready to face whatever challenges the day may bring. They inspire me to be a better teacher, and this project is a way for me to give back by offering them the tools they need to thrive mentally, emotionally, and academically.

Mrs. Failla Global Learning Collaborative 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

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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New York, NY 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

400 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Govee Curtain Lights, Smart LED Window Lights, RGB Color Changing Wall Light, Dynamic DIY Curtain String Lights for Home Bedroom Party Decor, Outdoor IP65 Waterproof, 5 x 6.6ft, 520 RGBIC LEDs, 2 Pack • Amazon Business $239.99 1 $239.99
Corner Floor Lamp,65” Color Changing LED Floor Lamp with Music Sync,Modern Mood Lighting Corner Lamp with Remote & App Control, Creative DIY Mode & Timing,RGB Floor Lamp for Living Room Gaming Room • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Weighted Stuffed Animal for Anxiety | Calming & Comforting 5 Lbs | Weighted Plush Animal Sloth | Anxiety Stuffed Animals for Adults & Kids | Carrying Bag Included | Machine Washable Weighted Plushie • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
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
Betta Fish Tank - Mini Bowls for Beta Fish, Aquaponic Fish Tank Clear Hydroponic Plant Terrarium for Promoted Ecosphere Aquatic Ecosystem - 6.7" H * 3.9" D • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
UAKZMNE Volcano Motion Bubble Machine from The Bottom up to Erupt Imitation Volcanic Toys Sensory Perspective Enjoyment Decompression and Relaxation Volcanic Toy Desk Toy • Amazon Business $13.39 1 $13.39
Koosh Minis Variety Color 3-Pack - The Easy to Catch, Hard to Put Down Ball! - Fidget Toy for Kids Ages 3 and Up Individual Colors May Vary in 3-Pack • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Schylling NeeDoh Original - Sensory Fidget Toy - Assorted Colors - Ages 3 to Adult , 1 Count ( Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $3.44 1 $3.44

Materials cost

$380.69

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$416.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.48

Total project goal

$489.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $489.88

1 Donor

-$489.88

Donations toward project cost

-$416.40

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$73.48

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 $0.00

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