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Ms. Awalt from N. Hollywood, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Supporting Students' Mental and Emotional Wellbeing

Help me give my students beanbags to relax in our calming corner, and fidget toys and SEL books to practice emotion regulation!

  • $467 goal

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My Project

Hello! As a school social worker, a big part of my job is assisting our incredible students in learning about their feelings, teaching healthy coping skills, and providing a safe space for them to re-regulate their emotions so they can be successful in school! My classroom is the "Calming Room" on campus. The bean bag chairs provide a comfortable seat for students to relax while they are practicing their coping skills. The sensory/fidget toys are helpful for students experiencing symptoms of anxiety or challenges with attention in class. The posters and books are to increase students' knowledge of taking care of their brains!

Ms. Awalt Coldwater Canyon Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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N. Hollywood, CA 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

450 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Big Joe Dorm Bean Bag Chair with Drink Holder and Pocket, Sapphire Smartmax, Durable Polyester Nylon Blend, 3 feet • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Big Joe Dorm Bean Bag Chair with Drink Holder and Pocket, Radiant Orchid Smartmax, Durable Polyester Nylon Blend, 3 feet • Amazon Business $54.99 1 $54.99
Big Joe Dorm Bean Bag Chair with Drink Holder and Pocket, Spicy Lime Smartmax, Durable Polyester Nylon Blend, 3 feet • Amazon Business $54.54 1 $54.54
9 Retro Mental Health Posters For Classroom Elementary - School Counselor Office Decor, Mental Health Decor For Office, Therapy Office Decor Mental Health, School Counseling Office Decor, Calm Corner • Amazon Business $19.69 1 $19.69
ACCENTHOME 18x18 Pillow Inserts (Pack of 2) Hypoallergenic Throw Pillows Forms | White Square Throw Pillow Insert | Decorative Sham Stuffer Cushion Filler for Sofa, Couch, Bed & Living Room Decor • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
PP PHIMOTA Sensory Toys Set 55 Pack, Stress Relief Fidget Hand Toys for Adults and Kids, Sensory Fidget and Squeeze Widget for Relaxing Therapy - Perfect for ADHD Add Anxiety Autism • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
hand2mind Express Your Feelings Sensory Bottles, Play Therapy Toys, Visual Sensory Toys, Mindfulness for Kids, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Social Emotional Learning, Calm Down Corner Supplies • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
NordECO HOME Luxury Soft Faux Fur Fleece Cushion Cover Pillowcase Decorative Throw Pillows Covers, No Pillow Insert, 16" x 16" Inch, Sapphire Blue, 2 Pack • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Blue Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
PROHEAR 032 Kids Ear Protection - Noise Cancelling Headphones Ear Muffs for Autism, Toddlers, Children - Orange • Amazon Business $13.35 1 $13.35
Listening to My Body: A guide to helping kids understand the connection between their sensations (what the heck are those?) and feelings so that they can get better at figuring out what they need. • Amazon Business $11.66 1 $11.66
Hasbro Gaming Connect 4 Classic Grid,4 in a Row Game,Strategy Board Games for Kids,2 Player .for Family and Kids,Ages 6 and Up • Amazon Business $9.84 1 $9.84
The Day You Begin • Amazon Business $9.42 1 $9.42
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 10-Pack Case of Colors, Non-Toxic, Assorted, 2 oz. Cans, Ages 2 and Up, Multicolor (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Power Your Fun Arggh Mini Stress Balls for Adults and Kids - 3pk Squishy Stress Balls, Color Changing Resistance Fidget Toys Sensory Stress Anxiety Relief Squeeze Toys Squishy Toy (Yellow, Pink, Blue) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$331.41

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $30.32

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$396.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$70.01

Total project goal

$466.71

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $466.71

2 Donors

-$227.10

Donations toward project cost

-$219.60

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

match offer

-$208.35

Match offer toward project cost

-$177.10

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$31.25

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$31.25

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