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Ms. Velazquez from Brooklyn, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Cozy Corner for Creativity and Calm

Help me give my students a comfy, calm spot to meet their social and emotional needs.

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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 a group of bright, creative, and resilient young artists who enter my classroom each day eager to express themselves through art. They live in a low-income community where resources are often limited, yet their imaginations know no bounds. My classroom is more than just an art space—it’s a sanctuary where they feel safe, supported, and encouraged to explore their emotions through creativity.

I am requesting a comfortable couch for my art classroom to create a cozy, calming space where students can take a break when they need it most.

Art is not just about making things—it’s about feeling, processing emotions, and finding peace. Many of my students face daily stress and challenges outside of school, and having a dedicated, welcoming space can make a significant difference in their emotional well-being.

Incorporating social-emotional learning (SEL) in the classroom is essential, especially in a creative space like mine. A cozy couch will serve as a "calm corner" where students can regulate their emotions, take mindful breaks, and reflect before re-engaging in their work. Studies show that comfortable, safe environments improve students’ ability to manage emotions, develop empathy, and practice self-regulation—key components of SEL.

This space will also support students who need a moment to recharge before expressing themselves artistically. Whether they need a quiet place to journal, sketch, or simply breathe, this couch will be more than furniture—it will be a safe haven for emotional well-being and creative growth.

With your support, I can provide my students with comfort, security, and a nurturing space that fosters both artistic and emotional resilience.

Thank you for believing in the power of creativity and social-emotional learning!

Ms. Velazquez PS 335 Granville T Woods Grades 3-5

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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Brooklyn, 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

60 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kaplan Early Learning Comfy Classroom 71" Couch - Gray Blue • Kaplan Early Learning Company $899.96 1 $899.96
WEMEON Decorative Throw Pillow Covers Cushion Cases 12x20 in Set of 4,Solid Color Pillows Soft Decorative Square Couch Pillow Covers ，Mix and Match Home Decor for Sofa Bedroom Car Couch (Neutral) • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99

Materials cost

$923.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$967.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$170.79

Total project goal

$1,138.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,138.60

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 $1,138.60

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