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Ms. Murillo from Rancho Palos Verdes, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calm and Quiet

Help me give my students a calming area with seating and activities to focus.

  • $263 goal

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My Project

We spend a lot of time on social emotional learning in our 3rd grade classroom. We talk about feelings and how to resolve conflict. Although we work on being good friends who work together, sometimes we need time to ourselves.

The calming area in our classroom will give us time to refocus, decompress, and center our thoughts on a positive mindset.

A rug and seat cushions will give the students designated spaces for "alone time." Aromatherapy diffuser, fidget toys and scented markers will provide an outlet for various sensory needs. A breathing ball and mindful maze boards will teach my students specific strategies for self awareness and regulation. The breakfast tray will corral all the resources students can use in the calming corner and keep them organized and accessible.

Ms. Murillo Crestwood Steam Magnet School Grades 3-5

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.

More about Ms. Murillo

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 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

21 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
MAHAO Japanese Style Handcrafted Eco-Friendly Padded Knitted Straw Flat Seat Cushion,Hand Woven Tatami Floor Cushion Corn Maize Husk (Dia50cm/19.7" x 10cm/4") • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Nourison Essentials Indoor/Outdoor Solid Bordered Green Ivory 4' x Round Area Rug, Easy Cleaning, Non Shedding, Bed Room, Living Room, Dining Room, Backyard, Deck, Patio (4 Round) • Amazon Business $27.15 1 $27.15
ASAKUKI 500ml Premium, Essential Oil Diffuser with Remote Control, 5 in 1 Ultrasonic Aromatherapy Fragrant Oil Humidifier Vaporizer, Timer and Auto-Off Safety Switch • Amazon Business $25.98 1 $25.98
4E's Novelty 3 Pack Expandable Breathing Ball Sphere Toy - Expanding Stress Relief Breathing Ball Toys for Kids & Adults - for Anxiety, Yoga, Deep Breathing, ADHD - Neon Blue, Pink, & Green • Amazon Business $23.51 1 $23.51
Bed Tray Table with Handles Folding Legs Bamboo Breakfast Food Tray with Media Slot for Platters,Laptop Desk,Snack,TV Tray Kitchen Serving Tray • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
Liquid Motion Bubbler - Sensory Liquid Timer 3 Pack, Autism Sensory Toys for Kids Adults, Effective Stress Relief Hourglass Toy, Calm Down Corner Supplies, Lava Lamp for Kids, Office Desk Decor • Amazon Business $15.95 1 $15.95
hand2mind Mindful Maze Boards, Learn Breathing Patterns, Mindfulness for Kids Anxiety Relief, Tactile Sensory Toys, Play Therapy Toys, Social Emotional Learning Activities, Calm Down Corner Supplies • Amazon Business $14.02 1 $14.02
Mr. Sketch Scented Stix Markers, Fine Tip, Assorted Colors, 10 Count • Amazon Business $7.50 1 $7.50

Materials cost

$174.59

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$15.97

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$223.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$39.38

Total project goal

$262.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$262.56

1 Donor

-$131.28

Donations toward project cost

-$111.59

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.69

match offer

-$131.28

Match offer toward project cost

-$111.59

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.69

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$0.00

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