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Ms. Thompson from Richmond, VA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calming Corner in a Quiet Classroom

Help me give my students a quiet, organized classroom with a calming corner.

  • $937 goal

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Ms. Thompson has another project! Donate to A Seat at the Table to help her classroom.

$469 - complete this project and be a hero

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 Students

My students are energetic 7-9 year old kids with a thirst for learning. Some of them are lifelong Richmond kids, while others are immigrants adapting to a new language and culture. They amaze me every day with curiosity and positivity.

I teach in a high-poverty urban school, but do not see my kids as statistics.

They are resilient despite hardship. When we read Harry the Dirty Dog, I was amazed. They asked, "Did you ever run away? Why'd you go back?" These kids deserve an education that matches their spirit, but need an organized, calm space where they can thrive.

My Project

Maintaining an organized classroom with calm colors will make the whole room less overwhelming. Headphones will let kids develop reading skills without disrupting the class. Supplies will stay in color-coded tubs for easy organization.

The supplies will create a Calming Corner, which can encourage healthy coping strategies and prevent behavior disruptions in class.

But kids need boundaries! Sand timers for me and the student will prevent misuse. This corner will not be a play or punishment zone. It let's high need students sit near me while I teach guided reading, giving them a safe zone near an adult. It also stores coping tools for kids experiencing grief or anger.

These supplies will not only support individual kids in crisis. They will also support calm, quiet learning in different stations throughout the room. Comfortable beanbag and pillow seats will distinguish library, computer, and listening areas. When they're cozy, kids can relax into a great book and enjoy learning.

Ms. Thompson Broad Rock 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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Richmond, VA 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

20 students impacted 10donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
LC570X - Calming Colors® Giant Pillows - Set of 4 Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $269.00 1 $269.00
LC199 - Calming Colors® Pillows - Set of 5 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 1 $129.00
DD430SB - Calming Colors® Big Beanbag Seat - Sky Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
DD430SG - Calming Colors® Big Beanbag Seat - Sage Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
Avid Products On-Ear Headphones White/Black BP • AKJ Education $9.95 5 $49.75
LM134 - Calming Colors™ Bins - Set of 4 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 2 $29.98
Educational Insights Pete the Cat School's Cool! Decorative Light Filters • Amazon Business $29.49 1 $29.49
Teacher Created Resources 10 Minute Sand Timer-Large (20675) • Amazon Business $13.89 2 $27.78
All About Me 2 in 1 Mirrors • AKJ Education $24.08 1 $24.08
Educational Insights Fluorescent Light Filters (Tranquil Blue), Set of 4 • Amazon Business $23.56 1 $23.56
21410-1055-X-Acto Ranger 55 Wall Mount Pencil Sharpener • Blick Art Materials $22.09 1 $22.09

Materials cost

$744.71

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$795.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$140.44

Total project goal

$936.27

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $936.27

10 Donors

-$936.27

Donations toward project cost

-$795.83

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$140.44

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