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Ms. N. Velarde from Granada Hills, CA is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Diffusing the Stress Away!

Help me give my students a relaxing environment where they feel motivated to learn

  • $714 goal

This project expired on May 14, 2025.

This project expired on May 14, 2025.

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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

I teach high school students and one of my goals is to help them feel welcomed and motivated to come to my class everyday. I have tried several things which have helped, including a visually motivating place. On this grant, I'm requesting essential oils as well as a waterless essential oil diffuser, because they will not only make the classroom smell good, it also helps reduce the stress level of the students. Additionally, I am requesting a small, quiet fan for the classroom because year after year, the AC unit at my school breaks down and the classroom gets so hot, it makes it difficult for the students to concentrate.

Ms. N. Velarde John F Kennedy High School Grades 9-12

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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Granada Hills, 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

120 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
MEIDI Waterless Essential Oil Diffuser - Bluetooth Cordless Aromatherapy Diffuser with App Control, Smart Timer Setting, Hang-up Design and Wide Coverage for Home, Office, Hotel and SPA - Black • Amazon Business $148.99 1 $148.99
Dreo Smart Fans for Home, Powerful 70 ft Whole Room Air Circulator Fan, 120°+90° Oscillating Quiet Fan for Bedroom with Voice Control, 4 Speeds, 5 Modes, 12H Timer, 9" Table Fan with Remote for Office • Amazon Business $59.47 2 $118.94
MRS. MEYER'S CLEAN DAY Room and Air Freshener Spray, Non-Aerosol Spray Bottle Infused with Essential Oils, Limited Edition Rose, 8 fl. oz - Pack of 3 • Amazon Business $24.30 3 $72.90
Lab Bulks Essential Oils - Lavender Essential Oil (2 Pack) Lavender Oil for Diffusers, Home Care, Candles, Hais, Lavender Oil Spray - 16 oz Bulk Bottle • Amazon Business $28.99 2 $57.98
artnaturals Sweet Orange Essential Oil (4.0 Fl Oz / 118ml)- 100% Pure Undiluted Citrus Oil - Glass Bottle w/Dropper • Amazon Business $9.97 4 $39.88
Lab Bulks Essential Oils - Lemongrass Essential Oil (2 Pack) for Diffusers, Home, Care, Candles 16oz Bottle - Lemongrass Oil for Diffuser - Aromatherapy Essential Oil - Big Bottle Lemongrass Oil Bulk • Amazon Business $36.62 1 $36.62
Plant Therapy Eucalyptus Globulus Essential Oil 100 mL (3.3 oz) for Diffuser, Skin, Hair, Aromatherapy DIYs, and Clear Breathing, 100% Pure, Undiluted, Therapeutic Grade • Amazon Business $25.47 1 $25.47
Lab Bulks Essential Oils - Eucalyptus Essential Oil 16 oz (473 ml) for Diffusers, Home Care, Candles, Aromatherapy - Essential Oil for Diffuser - Aromatherapy Oil - Essential Oils Candle Making • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99

Materials cost

$520.77

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $47.65

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.81

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$606.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$106.98

Total project goal

$713.21

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