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Ms. Dani from Los Angeles, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calming Area

Help me give my students a opportunity to learn how to calm down when feeling overwhelmed at school.

  • $991 goal

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My Project

Hello! Nora Sterry is a school in LAUSD that is hoping to get our Calming Area funded with this new initiative. We will use the supplies on our list in our calming area to help students when they are experiencing big feelings and having trouble calming down. Following the pandemic, we have seen an increase in students experiencing difficulties regulating emotions. These items will help our school teach children important regulation skills. We've included many art materials because our students have shown an interest in using journaling and art as a way to calm down. These specialty items are not things we can get through our typical school budget. Your support will make it possible to provide these items to our students.

Thank you for considering us!

Ms. Dani Nora Sterry Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Moleskine Cahier Soft Cover Journal, 3.5" x 5.5", Kraft Brown, 3/Pack (704925) • Staples $10.95 13 $142.35
Crayola 9" x 9" Sketch Book, 40 Sheets/Book (99-3404) • Staples $4.69 20 $93.80
Sargent Art Watercolor Pencils, 24 Colors, Full Size 7" Length (SAR227205) • Staples $14.99 5 $74.95
Barker Creek Inspired Writing Journal Set - Boho, 10 journals per set (BC3514), 10/PK • Staples $41.49 1 $41.49
Inkology Fluffles Plush Purple Journal, 8.3" x 5.8", 6 Pack (6367) • Staples $35.99 1 $35.99
Inkology Fluffles Plush Red Journal, 8.3" x 5.8", 6 Pack (6275) • Staples $35.99 1 $35.99
Fubbles Bubbles No-Spill Bubble Tumbler | Bubble Toy for Babies Toddlers and Kids | Includes 6oz Bubble Solution and Bubble Wand (Tumbler Colors May Vary) • Amazon Business $17.02 2 $34.04
23Qt Plastic Storage Bins Organizer 3 Tier, Stackable Bins for Storage, Storage Boxes with Lids, Storage Containers Organizer for Bedroom Living Room Kitchen Study Office, Durable Folding Storage Boxes • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
Citylife 1.3 QT 10 Pack Small Storage Bins Plastic Storage Container Stackable Box with Lids for Organizing, Clear Grey • Amazon Business $33.97 1 $33.97
Kwik Stix Solid Tempera Paint Stick, 24 Assorted Colors (TPG604) • Staples $29.11 1 $29.11
hand2mind Express Your Feelings Sensory Bottles, Calm Down Corner Essentials, Sensory Toys for Sensory Play, Play Therapy Toys, Calming Toys for Kids with Anxiety, Mindfulness Toys (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
iKeelo Classic Tin Kaleidoscope, 2 Pack Kids Educational Toys with Metal Body, Cute Retro Toy to Pass The Happy Old-Time Memory to The Next Generation (Ocean World + Dino World) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Super Z Outlet Liquid Motion Bubbler for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Desk Top, Assorted Colors (1 Piece) (4 Pack) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 24-Pack Case of Colors, Non-Toxic, Multi-Color, 3-Ounce Cans, Ages 2 and up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $18.49 1 $18.49
iClever HS19 Kids Headphones with Microphone for School, Volume Limiter 85/94dB, Over-Ear Girls Boys Headphones for Kids with Shareport, Foldable Wired Headphones for iPad/Travel (Navy Blue) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
iClever HS19 Kids Headphones with Microphone for School, Volume Limiter 85/94dB, Over-Ear Girls Boys Headphones for Kids with Shareport, Foldable Wired Headphones for iPad/Travel (Blue) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Everyone Feels Anxious Sometimes - A Kid’s Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and Finding Inner Peace and Confidence - Anxiety Book for Children Ages 3-10 to Help Alleviate Worry • Amazon Business $13.49 1 $13.49
Everyone Feels Angry Sometimes - An Anger Management Book for Kids that Teaches Essential Steps to Manage Anger & Frustration - A Psychologist Recommended Book for Children Ages 3-10 • Amazon Business $13.45 1 $13.45
Right Now I Am Fine - An Anxiety Book for Kids Ages 3-8 that Teaches How to Overcome Worry and Stress with Practical Calming Techniques - A Children's Book that Helps Promote a Calm & Peaceful Mind • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Crayola Super Tips Washable Markers, Fine, Assorted, 20/Pack (58-8106) • Staples $4.99 2 $9.98
I Am Peace: A Book of Mindfulness (I Am Books) • Amazon Business $7.47 1 $7.47

Materials cost

$733.50

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $67.12

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.00

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$841.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$148.52

Total project goal

$990.14

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $990.14

1 Donor

-$841.62

Donations toward project cost

-$841.62

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$148.52

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 $0.00

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