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Ms. Stenbeck from Honolulu, HI is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Enabling Creativity and Flexibility

Help me give my students fundamental supplies and a designated carpeted area for our tranquility corner. This strategic setup is designed to foster an atmosphere that nurtures innovation and encourages flexibility in learning.

  • $961 goal

This project expired on June 30, 2024.

This project expired on June 30, 2024.

My Project

The requested items, including basic supplies and a designated carpet for our calm corner, play a pivotal role in creating an enriched learning environment. By providing essential supplies, we ensure that students have the necessary tools at their disposal, fostering a sense of preparedness and independence. The carpeted calm corner serves as a dedicated space for relaxation and introspection, contributing to improved focus, emotional well-being, and stress reduction. Together, these elements create a conducive atmosphere for enhanced learning, creativity, and cognitive development.

The primary goals of this project are to cultivate a dynamic and supportive classroom environment that nurtures creativity and flexibility in our students.

We aim to empower them with the tools needed for academic success and personal growth. By providing basic supplies, we seek to eliminate barriers to learning and foster a sense of self-reliance. The creation of a calm corner aims to promote emotional intelligence, resilience, and mindfulness, ultimately enhancing the overall well-being of our students. Through these initiatives, our overarching goal is to create a space where every student can thrive academically and personally.

Our students possess a unique blend of diverse talents, backgrounds, and perspectives that contribute to the rich tapestry of our classroom community. Their individuality is celebrated as a valuable asset, allowing for a vibrant exchange of ideas and experiences. Beyond academic achievements, our students exhibit resilience, curiosity, and a genuine enthusiasm for learning. Their special qualities lie not only in their academic potential but also in their capacity to collaborate, adapt, and contribute positively to the collective learning environment. Recognizing and nurturing these distinctive qualities is integral to our educational approach.

Ms. Stenbeck Wai'alae Elementary Public Charter School Grades 3-5

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Honolulu, HI View local requests Never Before Funded 20 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Comfy Round Classroom Carpet - 6' Diameter - Plum • Lakeshore Learning Materials $179.00 1 $179.00
Crayola Crayon Classpack, Standard Size, 16-Assorted Colors, Set of 800, Blue - Durable • School Specialty $70.49 1 $70.49
Classroom Keepers 30 Slot Mailbox, 31-5/8 x 12-3/4 x 21 Inches • School Specialty $68.02 1 $68.02
500 Pieces Building Blocks Kids toys, Educational Learning STEM bins toys for 3 4 5 6 8 9 Year Old Girls and Boys Gifts for Christmas Birthday, preschool classroom tinker counting blocks toys • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Iris 4-Drawer Desktop Unit, White/Clear, 2/Pack (587013) • Quill.com $36.89 1 $36.89
Avery Permanent Glue Stic, Disappearing Purple, 1.27 Ounces, Pack of 6 • School Specialty $16.94 2 $33.88
PicassoTiles 100 PCs Magnetic Building Stick Block Construction Set with Storage Bin Colorful STEM Toy Blocks Bar Balls & Rods Montessori Educational for All Ages Puzzle Toy for Boys & Girls PTX100 • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Kaplan Early Learning Liquid Motion Bubble Timers - Set of 3 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $29.66 1 $29.66
Storex Plastic Small Cubby Bins, 5.1" x 7.8" x 12.2", Assorted Colors, 5/Carton (62490U05C) • Quill.com $28.79 1 $28.79
Anger Management Toys - The Calm Ball - Coping Skills Tool, Anxiety Toys for Adults and Kids, Stress Relief Toys for Adults, Teens and Kids, Therapy Toys, Anxiety Relief, Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Secura 60-Minute Visual Countdown Timer, 7.5-Inch Oversize Classroom Visual Timer for Kids and Adults, Durable Mechanical Kitchen Timer Clock with Magnetic Backing (Purple) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
180 Days of Social-Emotional Learning for Third Grade (Social-Emotional Learning) • AKJ Education $16.78 1 $16.78
Crayola Take Note! Chisel Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count • Kaplan Early Learning Company $15.26 1 $15.26
Crayola Construction Paper - 9" x 12", 12 Assorted Colors, Pkg of 240 • Blick Art Materials $6.86 2 $13.72

Materials cost

$606.41

Vendor shipping charges

$144.51

Sales tax

$26.68

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$816.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$144.12

Total project goal

$960.82

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