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Mrs. Nascimento from Newark, NJ is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Us Create a Flexible and Mindful Learning Environment

Help me give my students flexible seating and mindfulness tools for a dynamic learning environment!

  • $253 goal

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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

In today's fast-paced world, students often face challenges that hinder their focus and motivation. To combat this, I am looking to introduce flexible seating options and mindfulness tools into our classroom. These resources will not only enhance their learning experience but also help them develop critical life skills such as self regulation and emotional awareness. I am reaching out to seek your support in creating a classroom that promotes comfort, creativity, and mindfulness.

By incorporating stackable stool flexible seating, such as wobble stools and bean bags, students will have the freedom to choose their preferred seating arrangement.

This empowers them to take ownership of their learning.

In addition to flexible seating, I aim to integrate mindfulness tools like calming sensory items and guided meditation tools. These tools will provide students with strategies to manage stress, improve focus, and cultivate a sense of calm.

Mrs. Nascimento First Avenue 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.

More about Mrs. Nascimento

Newark, NJ 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

40 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids Daisy Stackable Stool Set, Flexible Seating, Assorted, 8-Piece • Amazon Business $159.99 1 $159.99
Mindfulness 'Breathing Owl' | 4-7-8 Guided Visual Meditation Breathing Light | 3 in 1 Device with Night Light & Noise Machine for ADHD Anxiety Stress Relief Sleep - Gift for Kids Adult Women Men • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99

Materials cost

$181.98

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$214.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$37.89

Total project goal

$252.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$252.60

1 Donor

-$252.60

Donations toward project cost

-$214.71

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.89

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$0.00

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