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Mrs. Horton from Spencer, OK is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Refresh & Rebalance: Revamping Our Calm Down Corner

Help me give my students fluorescent light covers, a tabletop waterfall, and a zen sand garden.

  • 4 donors
  • $208 goal

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My Project

The Calm Down Corner in our classroom is an essential space for students who need a break to manage their emotions and regain focus. Not only is it used by students in my class, but it also provides relief for students from other classes. The space offers a quiet, supportive environment where students can practice mindfulness, reduce stress, and return to their work feeling calmer and more prepared.

The goal of this project is to create a sanctuary where students can easily de-stress and regain their composure, allowing them to better engage in their learning.

My students are bright, creative, and sensitive individuals, each with unique emotional needs. By enhancing this space, we’re providing them with the tools to thrive academically and emotionally. Your support will make a meaningful difference in their ability to succeed in school and beyond.

To enhance this area, I am requesting a tabletop waterfall, a zen garden, and fluorescent light covers. These items will help create an even more calming, effective space for students. The tabletop waterfall provides soothing sounds of flowing water, which can help lower anxiety and improve focus. The zen garden allows students to engage in tactile mindfulness, helping them relax and focus on the present moment through activities like raking sand and arranging stones. Both of these items will support emotional regulation and stress relief, crucial skills for maintaining balance in school.

Fluorescent light covers will soften the harsh classroom lighting, creating a more inviting, peaceful atmosphere. This change will reduce glare on screens, minimize eye strain, and further contribute to a calm environment. With improved lighting, students will feel more at ease and be better able to focus on their tasks or simply unwind during moments of overwhelm.

Mrs. Horton Spencer Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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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Spencer, OK View local requests

Nearly all 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

378 students impacted 4donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
8 Pcs Fluorescent Light Covers with 80 Magnets Decorative for Classroom Ceiling Light 4 x 2 Feet Magnetic Light Covers Filter Easy Install for Office Hospitals & Home Drop Ceiling Supplies (Positive) • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99
VIHOSE 6 Pcs Fluorescent Light Covers for Ceiling Lights Classroom Magnetic Light Covers Classroom Filters Office School Home Drop Ceiling, 4 x 2 ft(Marble) • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
Amootek Tabletop Fountain Waterfall Fountain Office Tabletop Fountain Includes Many Natural River Rocks Decorated with Colorful Light 6.3" L x 5.12" W x 8.66" H • Amazon Business $22.95 1 $22.95
Zen Sand Garden for Desk with Rake, Rocks and Figures (Medium) • Amazon Business $18.95 1 $18.95
White Sand - Fine Sand for Zen Garden, Resin Incense Burner, Smudge Bowl, Ritual Incense, Cast Iron Cauldron, Unity Ceremony, Sensory Bin Table, Mandalas, Crafts by Alternative Imagination (1 Pound) • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
2 Pack Fluorescent Light Cover for Ceiling Light Classroom-Flowers Magnetic Light Cover Fluorescent Light Shade Panel, Decorative Film Filter for Reducing Harsh Glare Flicker Home Decorations • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$133.86

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $10.91

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.01

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$176.78

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$31.20

Total project goal

$207.98

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $207.98

3 Donors

-$191.07

Donations toward project cost

-$166.16

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.91

match offer

-$12.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$10.62

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.88

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

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 $0.00

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