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Ms. Chiwuzor from North Miami Beach, FL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Sensory Oasis: Calm Corner for Student Well-Being

Help me give my students bean bags and sensory toys to create a calm corner that supports my students' mental health by providing them with a safe space to manage emotions, reduce stress, and refocus on learning.

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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

What I love most about my students is their resilience and their ability to thrive despite the many challenges they face. Each student in my classroom is unique, with different strengths and needs. They are bright, compassionate, and always striving to learn, but many of them struggle with emotional regulation and sensory overload. These challenges can make it difficult for them to focus in class and fully engage with their learning. That’s why I am creating a calm corner filled with resources designed to support their mental health.

The bean bags will provide a cozy, soft place for my students to retreat to when they feel overwhelmed, helping them to relax and reset.

These seating options offer them a safe space to take a break from classroom activities and process their emotions. The sensory toys—fidget items, textured objects, and manipulatives—will give my students the chance to calm themselves through tactile stimulation, which is key to helping them refocus and regain control during stressful moments.

My goal for this project is to create a space where my students can feel safe, calm, and supported emotionally. Having a calm corner with bean bags and sensory toys will give them the tools they need to manage their emotions, reduce stress, and return to learning with a clear mind. This space will not only improve their ability to focus but also contribute to their overall mental health and well-being.

My students are special because they show incredible determination and strength every day. They teach me so much about patience, perseverance, and empathy, and I want to provide them with every opportunity to succeed. The calm corner will be a crucial part of supporting their emotional growth, helping them to become more independent learners who can manage their feelings and stay engaged in their education.

Ms. Chiwuzor Alonzo & Tracy Mourning Senior High School 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.

More about Ms. Chiwuzor

North Miami Beach, FL View local requests

More than half 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

26 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
[Velvet Fabric] Large Bean Bag Chair: 4 ft Memory Foam Bean Bag Chairs for Adults with Filling,Adult/Kids Bean Bag Chair with Filler Included,Soft Faux Fur Fabric,Lime,4 Foot • Amazon Business $99.99 2 $199.98
HABUTWAY Bean Bag Chair 3Ft Luxurious Velvet Ultra Soft Fur with High-Rebound Memory Foam Bean Bag Chairs for Adults Plush Lazy Sofa with Fluffy Removable Sponge 3'(Purple) • Amazon Business $77.99 1 $77.99
HABUTWAY Bean Bag Chair 3Ft Luxurious Velvet Ultra Soft Fur with High-Rebound Memory Foam Bean Bag Chairs for Adults Plush Lazy Sofa with Fluffy Removable Sponge 3'(Pink) • Amazon Business $77.99 1 $77.99
Jasonwell Magnetic Tiles Kids Magnetic Blocks Building Sets 3D Magnet Tile Building Blocks Magna Construction Educational STEM Toys Gifts for Toddlers Boys Girls 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 + Year Old • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Besnel Stress Balls Set, Squishy Stress Ball, 8 Pack Stress Relief Ball for Adults Anxiety Relief Balls Squeeze Ball • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$388.94

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$424.77

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.96

Total project goal

$499.73

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $499.73

1 Donor

-$249.86

Donations toward project cost

-$212.38

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.48

match offer

-$249.87

Match offer toward project cost

-$212.39

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.48

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 $0.00

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