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Ms. Russen from Burlington VT is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Calming Classroom Space

Help me give my students a calm space where they can feel focused and relaxed.

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My Project

Research shows that our physical environment impacts our mental wellbeing, focus, and sense of safety. A second grade classroom of ours at Flynn needs some help building calming corners, reading nooks, and an overall sense of "ease". We are hoping to fill these spaces with comfortable seating, relaxing light fixtures, and positive/encouraging images.

Thank you in advance for your support in creating this calming environment.

Our intent is to create a safe and relaxing place for students to engage in their learning and increase their desire to stay in their classroom!

Ms. Russen
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Orange • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
QUBA LINEN Throw Pillow Inserts (Set of 2, White), 18x18 Inches - Lightweight Fillers for Sofa, Bed, and Home Décor (18x18 Inch (Pack of 2)) • Amazon Business $12.99 3 $38.97
Sensational Classroom 6-Cup Wire Caddy, 10-1/2 x 7-1/2 Inches, Assorted Colors, 1 Set of 6 Cups, Silver • School Specialty $35.47 1 $35.47
Der Rose 3 Pack Mini Potted Fake Plants Artificial Plastic Eucalyptus Plants for Home Office Desk Farmhouse Room Decor • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Sucolite Small Table Lamps Set of 2, Bedside Nightstand Lamps for Bedroom Kid’s Room, Cute Desk Lamps with Studded Texture Base for Reading Nursery Living Room Office, White • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
HIWX Let's Read Play Reading Is Always a Good Idea Decorative Pillowcase Throw Pillow Cover, Boho Rainbow Book Inspirational For Sofa Bed Kids Room Nursery Home Decor 18 x 18 Inch Set Of 4 Pillow Case • Amazon Business $22.97 1 $22.97
IWXYI Boho Classroom Decor,Classroom Nursery Pillow Covers 18x18,Growth Mindset Cushion Pillows Case Decoration for Classroom,Boho Classroom Decor,Counselor Therapy Office Decor, • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Miracliy 4 Packs Mini Fake Plants Artificial Potted Eucalyptus Faux Plants for Home Office Farmhouse Bathroom Table Shelf Decor Indoor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
HONLUNG Boho Rainbow Pillow Covers 18x18, Reading Corner Decor for Classroom Pillow Case, Home Bedroom Playroom Calming Corner Throw Pillow Covers • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$395.33

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.55

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$434.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$76.73

Total project goal

$511.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $511.54

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 $511.54

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