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Ms. Kamigaki from Ogden, UT is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Cozy, Calm, and Curious Classroom: Sensory and Science SPED

Help me give my students a cozy calm-down area with a new mattress pad, blankets, and pillows, plus engaging sensory boxes, a caterpillar-growing kit, and supplies for hands-on spring planting experiences!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Kamigaki's classroom raised $497

This project is fully funded

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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 Project

My students are incredible, resilient, and full of curiosity. They are special education learners who thrive with hands-on experiences, sensory support, and a nurturing environment. Every day, they inspire me with their determination and unique ways of engaging with the world.

To help them succeed, I am creating a cozy calm-down area with a new mattress pad, blankets, and pillows.

This space will offer a safe, comfortable place for students to regulate their emotions, refocus, and feel secure. Sensory regulation is essential for learning, and this area will provide them with a much-needed retreat when they feel overwhelmed.

Additionally, I am incorporating sensory boxes to support fine motor skills and sensory exploration, which are critical for their development. The caterpillar-growing kit will allow my students to witness the magic of metamorphosis, fostering curiosity and scientific thinking. Finally, the pots, dirt, and seeds will give them the opportunity to engage in hands-on spring planting, encouraging responsibility, patience, and a deeper connection with nature.

Through this project, my goal is to create an environment where my students feel safe, engaged, and excited to learn. These materials will not only support their academic growth but also nurture their social-emotional and sensory needs. With your support, we can make learning a comfortable, interactive, and joyful experience for every student in my classroom!

Ms. Kamigaki Lincoln Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

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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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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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Mattress Topper Twin XL, 3 Inch Thick Memory Foam Gel Infused Cooling Toppers Pad for Twin XL Size Bed, Sleeper Sofa, RV, Camper, CertiPUR US Certified, Ventilated and Breathable • Amazon Business $49.47 1 $49.47
Insect Lore Butterfly Garden | As Seen On TV | 10 Live Baby Caterpillars, Habitat, Journal, Life Cycle Figurines, Seeds, Stickers, Feeder, Chrys-A-Lid Logs | Raise and Release Painted Lady Butterflies • Amazon Business $47.99 1 $47.99
Super Soft Rug for Bedroom, 4x6 Ft Black and White Area Rug Classic Checkered Shaggy Rug Anti-Skid High Pile Soft Fluffy Rug Fuzzy Carpet for Living Room Bedroom Kids Room Nursery, Dorm Home Decor • Amazon Business $29.98 1 $29.98
36 PCS Pet Sensory Bin with 2 Color of Moldable Sensory Sand,Pet Play Set and Sandbox with Lid,Pet Care Play Set for Kids Best Christmas Birthday Gift for Boys Girls 3 4 5 6 7 Year Old • Amazon Business $28.95 1 $28.95
JOJUSIS Pack of 2 Faux Fur Plush Decorative Throw Pillow Covers Couch Cushion Case Soft Pillowcases (White, 24 x 24-Inch) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
JOJUSIS Pack of 2 Faux Fur Plush Decorative Throw Pillow Covers Couch Cushion Case Soft Pillowcases (Black, 24 x 24-Inch) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Bedsure Twin Blanket for Couch - GentleSoft Cozy Soft Blankets for Women, Cute Small Fleece Throws for Girls, Black, 60x80 Inches • Amazon Business $24.89 1 $24.89
Ocean&Sand Sensory Bin with Lid, 42 Pcs Sensory Sand Kit with Sea Animals for Kids, Birthday Christmas Gifts for Boys Girls, Preschool Learning Activities Tools Box, Outdoor Sandbox Toys for Toddlers • Amazon Business $23.98 1 $23.98
Bedsure Twin Blanket for Couch - GentleSoft Cozy Soft Blankets for Women, Cute Small Fleece Throws for Girls, Off White, 60x80 Inches • Amazon Business $22.89 1 $22.89
Fixwal Pillow Inserts 24 x 24 Inches Set of 2 Bed and Couch Pillows - Indoor Decorative Pillows for Bed and Sofa • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
vensovo 3 Inch Terra Cotta & Terracotta Pots with Drainage - 20 Pack Clay Flowerpots, Succulent Nursery Planter Great for Plants, Crafts, Wedding Favor • Amazon Business $18.89 1 $18.89
Utopia Bedding Duvet Cover Twin Size - 1 Comforter Cover with 1 Pillow Sham - 2 Pieces Bedding Duvet Cover with Zipper Closure - Soft Brushed Microfiber, 68 X 90 Inches (Black) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
25 Slightly Assorted Flower Seed Packets - Includes 10+ Varieties - May Include: Forget Me Nots, Pinks, Marigolds, Zinnia, Wildflower, Poppy, Snapdragon and More - Made in the USA • Amazon Business $14.89 1 $14.89
Back to the Roots All-Purpose Potting Soil (6 Quarts), 100% Organic & USA Made, for Indoor and Outdoor Plants, Succulents, Flowers, and Vegetables • Amazon Business $6.96 2 $13.92
Amazon Basics Lightweight Super Soft Easy Care Microfiber 3-Piece Bed Sheet Set with 14-Inch Deep Pockets, Twin XL, Black, Solid • Amazon Business $11.76 1 $11.76
Makeup Brush Set, SOLVE 32 Pieces Professional Makeup Brushes Wooden Handle Cosmetics Brushes Foundation Concealer Powder Face Eye Make up Brushes Kit, Black • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$386.56

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$422.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.53

Total project goal

$496.89

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$496.89

2 Donors

-$324.91

Donations toward project cost

-$309.91

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

match offer

-$132.29

Match offer toward project cost

-$112.45

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.84

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$39.69

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$0.00

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