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Mr. Garcia from Los Angeles, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Calm Corner: A Safe Space!

Help me give my students a larger calm corner carpet and rocking chairs which help with their social emotional needs and coping skills.

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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

I work with a great group of middle schoolers who have grown and progressed as amazing students. The class consists of 17 autism students (6th to 8th grade with a variety of learning, physical, and social-emotional disabilities. However, my students consistently impress me with their perseverance and progression. The best part is seeing the smiles on their faces as we have become a tight-knit community. Most importantly, I have been able to earn their trust and respect, and I consider them my second family.

Although, the common core curriculum is very demanding I am very proud of my students, especially after returning to the classroom after more than a year of Distance Learning.

I look forward to seeing them progress as students and as individuals.

My Project

Students will inevitably exhibit behaviors in class, yet there are few areas for them students to practice their coping skills. A “calm-corner,” equipped with a carpet, tangibles (books, slime, drawing pad, plush animals), and a divider (bookshelf, room divider) that represents a safe space. This tool will allow students to stay in the classroom, rather than be sent to the office or counselor.

I am asking for assistance in expanding the calm corner in my classroom.

This is a safe space where students can work on their coping skills to manage their emotions and promote wellness. There are instances when students become frustrated during a class activity or with peer interactions at lunch or P.E. It gives them the space to adjust, refocus, and restart!!!

I currently have a small carpet and one rocking chair. As my roster has grown, a much larger “safe space” would greatly benefit my students with their social emotional needs and overall academic performance.

Mr. Garcia George Washington Carver Middle School 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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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

17 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Rainbow Area Rug for Kids Classroom, Home Learning Area, Playroom Mat or Childrens Bedroom Carpet, 7'6" x 12', Rectangle • Amazon Business $312.16 1 $312.16
THE CREW FURNITURE 512100 Classic Video Rocker Black with Black Mesh Racing Stripe • Amazon Business $54.99 3 $164.97

Materials cost

$477.13

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $43.66

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.16

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$557.95

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$98.46

Total project goal

$656.41

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $656.41

2 Donors

-$561.70

Donations toward project cost

-$557.95

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$94.71

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 $0.00

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