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Mrs. Peters from Bronx, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Safe Space

Help me give my students a safe comfortable space to go to to decompress and regulate their emotions. with a comfortable Bean bag chairs and sensory items that can go a long way in relieving the stress.

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My Students

My students are high school students primarily from the Bronx, a diverse population of students.

My students have varying levels of abilities when it comes to academics but they all have something at which they excel.

My school encourages the development of the arts and students find a place here where they are able to express themselves creatively.

Our school is located in an area defined as a low socioeconomic neighborhood and many times students have not been given the same opportunities or exposure as their peers in other neighborhoods. Even with that disadvantage, however, my students are eager and ready to learn and prove themselves as valuable parts of their community.

My Project

This project is to specifically address the mental health needs of my students as they return to school amidst uncertainty and fear. I seek to create a safe space where students can retreat to relax their bodies and reset their emotions.

My goal is to create a space that is a departure from the typical sterility of an NYC public high school.

A place they can come and engage in activities that allow their bodies to calm down in order to address their emotions in a safe productive manner.

Students will use the fidgets, coloring books, yoga mats, and other tools during de-escalation protocols and restorative circles. The goal is for students to be able to learn to use the tools and space to regulate their emotions and reset before reentering the learning spaces.

Mrs. Peters Bronx High School for Writing and Communication Arts 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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Bronx, NY 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

HBCU Alum 235 students impacted 16donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Posh Creations Structured Comfy Seat for Playrooms and Bedrooms, Large Bean Bag Chair, 100in Round Classic Bean Bag, Black • Amazon Business $41.88 4 $167.52
Big Joe Dorm 2.0 Smartmax, Two Tone Black • Amazon Business $68.09 2 $136.18
Crayola Bulk Colored Pencils, Pre-sharpened, 12 Assorted Colors, Pack of 24 • Amazon Business $39.64 1 $39.64
muson Essential Oil Diffuser Sound Machine Combo Diffuser for Aromatherapy Fragrant Oil Cool Mist Humidifier with Natural Sound Music & Warm Night Light, Auto Shutoff, White • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Sunny Health & Fitness Non-Slip Yoga Mat - Size 68 in x 24 in (Purple) (031-P) • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
Ompaa Super Soft Fluffy Bedroom Area Rug 4x5.9 Feet Black Living Room Shag Rugs, Faux Long Fur Non-Slip Carpet for Kids Babys Girls Boys Rooms, Nursery Dorm Playroom Modern Indoor Decor • Amazon Business $26.09 1 $26.09
Sensory Stress Ball Set, 12 Pack Stress Relief Fidget Balls for Kids/Adults to Relax with Water Beads, Hand Exercise, Anxiety Relief, Decompress, Focus, Squeeze Toys for Autism/ADD/ADHD • Amazon Business $25.95 1 $25.95
Amazing Patterns: Adult Coloring Book, Stress Relieving Mandala Style Patterns • Amazon Business $5.99 4 $23.96
"Love Saves Lives" Mini Pins - Rainbow Edition. (1" Pins, 30 Piece Set)) • Amazon Business $22.50 1 $22.50
Motivational Posters for Classroom & Office Decorations | Inspirational Quote Wall Art for Teachers, Students, School Counselors, Home & Office | Set of 10 Creative Chalkboard Designs • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
KEKU Rainbow Push Pop Bubble Sensory Fidget Toy Silicone Autism Special Needs Stress Reliever Toys Education Toys for Young and Old 3 Pack • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
28 Pack Sensory Toys Set, Relieves Stress and Anxiety Fidget Toy for Children Adults, Special Toys Assortment for Birthday Party Favors, Classroom Rewards Prizes, Carnival, Piñata Goodie Bag Fillers • Amazon Business $14.91 1 $14.91
Welcome All People - 5 x 10 inch Hanging Signs, Wall Art, Decorative Wood Sign, House Decor • Amazon Business $13.95 1 $13.95
Adult Coloring Book : Stress Relieving Designs Animals, Mandalas, Flowers, Paisley Patterns And So Much More: Coloring Book For Adults • Amazon Business $6.90 2 $13.80
Lagunamoon Essential Oils Top 6 Gift Set Pure Essential Oils for Diffuser, Humidifier, Massage, Aromatherapy, Skin & Hair Care • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Sleep Essential Oil Blend for Diffuser - Dream Essential Oils for Diffusers Aromatherapy and Wellness with Ylang-Ylang Clary Sage Roman Chamomile and Lavender Essential Oils for Sleep Support • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Juvale 12-Pack of Black Lives Matter Pins - BLM Pride Lapel Pins, Iron Buttons, Black - 3 Inches Diameter • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$613.37

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$657.57

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$116.04

Total project goal

$773.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $773.61

12 Donors

-$537.98

Donations toward project cost

-$472.28

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.70

Matching donations from our partners

-$217.99

Match offers toward project cost

-$185.29

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.70

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.64

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