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Mrs. Reitz from Lost Hills, CA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Outdoor Classroom and Mindfulness Area

Help me give my students an alternative outdoor classroom, a space to transition/practice mindfulness/reset, have more fun during our review game with disco lights, and create an overall positive and safe space classroom culture.

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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 Students

My students are from the Lost Hills, California area. Many of them are not on grade level and have lost confidence in themselves when it comes to school. I want to build their confidence by motivating them to try their best and celebrating all the small and big wins that come with that.

Many students struggle with transitioning into the school week or day, need help learning out to pause and reset, and need guidance on how to be self aware and self monitor.

These are all things we can help with and it will greatly impact their life.

My Project

Outdoor Classroom:

The portable desks and picnic blankets will put a fun twist on their idea of where they go to learn.

Inside the classroom they sit in groups of four. They will keep their seating arrangement when class is held outdoors by each group of four sitting in the same order on their picnic blanket. I already have a rolling whiteboard which will allow me to effectively be able to teach outside.Thi fun environment which will encourage them to be a little less afraid of math.

Squishmallows:

I previously shared a classroom with another teacher. She had purchased a few Squishmallows and students absolutely loved them. Students that struggle with impulse control, aggression, and restlesness were extremely calmed by hugging the Squishmallow during class. Their behavior improved, were much more focused, and more engaged during class. Even students that don't have those struggles showed they were more relaxed and focused during class when they hugged a Squishmallow. Since there was a limited amount students earned a Squishmallow by being the first ones to be in their seat prepared for class. It greatly sped up the entrance routine. Students that received the Squishmallows that period performed better which had a positive impact on the entire class.

Mindfulness Area:

Many students have a lot of difficulty transitioning into the structured school week or day. Many also have trouble managing emotions. The mindfulness area that will consist of rugs, various seating, blankets, and a diffuser will give students a specific area where they can pause, hit reset, and take some time just for themselves and their mental health.

Disco Lights:

I created MathBall as a fun way to review before tests. The disco lights will create another layer to this very themed review day to make math more fun.

Mrs. Reitz Wonderful College Prep Academy - Lost Hills Grades 6-8

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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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids Surf Cushion 10 Pack - Added Seat Cushion for The Surf Portable Lap Desk/Laptop Stand/Writing Table, Gray • Amazon Business $139.99 3 $419.97
Sofa Sack - Plush, Ultra Soft Bean Bag Chair - Memory Foam Bean Bag Chair with Microsuede Cover - Stuffed Foam Filled Furniture and Accessories for Dorm Room - Charcoal 3' • Amazon Business $84.50 3 $253.50
ZhongBan Extra Large Picnic & Outdoor Blanket with Waterproof Backing 80" x 90" (White&Blue) • Amazon Business $26.99 6 $161.94
Lavender Essential Oil - 100% Pure Therapeutic Grade Lavender Oil - 120ml • Amazon Business $38.99 2 $77.98
Urban Shop Faux Fur Saucer Chair with Metal Frame, One Size, Black • Amazon Business $34.97 2 $69.94
EXQ Home Fleece Blanket Grey Throw Blanket for Couch or Bed - Super Soft Microfiber Fuzzy Flannel Blanket for Adults or Kids • Amazon Business $15.49 3 $46.47
SQUISHMALLOW Prince Pug - Extra Large Dog- 16 inch • Amazon Business $42.99 1 $42.99
Squishmallow 16" Hoot Owl • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Squishmallow 16" Simon Sloth • Amazon Business $34.98 1 $34.98
Squishmallow 16" Piper Penguin • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
Squishmallow Kellytoy 16" James The Orange Fox- Super Soft Plush Toy Pillow Pet Animal Pillow Pal Buddy Stuffed Animal Birthday Gift Holiday • Amazon Business $32.94 1 $32.94
INDRESSME XXXLarge Woven Rope Basket | Wide 21" x 14" Blanket Storage Basket with Long Handles Decorative Clothes Hamper Basket | Extra Large Baskets for Blankets Pillows or Laundry • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Kellytoy Squishmallow 16" Astrid The Purple Unicorn Super Soft Plush Toy Pillow Animal Pet Pal Buddy Gift Christmas Holiday • Amazon Business $28.78 1 $28.78
PAGISOFE Soft Kids Rug Nursery Decor Bedroom Living Room Carpet 4' x 5.3',Black • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Plastic Clipboards (Set of 6) Multi Pack Clipboard (Black) Strong 12.5 x 9 Inch | Holds 100 Sheets! Acrylic Clipboards with Low Profile Clip | Cute Clip Boards Board Clips • Amazon Business $13.95 2 $27.90
Squishmallow 16" Fifi Red Fox • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
SQUISHMALLOW 992056 Hans The Hedgehog Pillow Stuffed Animal, 16", Brown • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Squishmallow SQ19A-016-UN Amazon Exclusive 16" Londyn The Unicorn, Pink • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Squishmallow 16" Pegasus • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
InnoGear 500ml Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Cool Mist Humidifier Waterless Auto Shut-off with 4 Timers and 7 LED Color Changing Lights (Yellow) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Aurora Night Light, LED Aurora Projector Night Lamps with Remote, 8 Mode Lighting Shows, Built in Speaker and Timing, Mood Relaxing Soothing Night Light for Baby Kids Adults (UL Adapter) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
PAGISOFE Ultra Soft Round Area Rugs for Princess Prince Castle Play Tent 41” Diameter Circle Rugs for Kids Bedroom Baby Room Small Shag Circular Play Room Carpets and Nursery Rugs (Grey) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

Materials cost

$1,490.28

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $136.36

3rd party payment processing fee

$22.35

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,678.99

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$296.29

Total project goal

$1,975.28

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,975.28

1 Donor

-$1,975.28

Donations toward project cost

-$1,678.99

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$296.29

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