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Mrs. Gamez from Houston, TX is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Place to Learn and Grow

Help me give my students the furniture they need to create a comfortable, organized, and engaging learning environment that supports their academic and social-emotional growth.

  • $4,348 goal

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

This project expired on September 7, 2025.

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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

Many of my students have unique learning needs and benefit from a classroom environment that is structured, supportive, and adaptable. The right furniture plays a vital role in helping them stay focused and engaged throughout the school day. Flexible seating options and appropriately sized tables provide the comfort and personal space they need to feel secure and ready to learn.

Several of my students have sensory processing challenges, and specialized furniture like soft seating or wobble stools, can help them self-regulate and manage their energy levels.

This leads to fewer disruptions and more time spent learning. When students are comfortable and their sensory needs are met, they are better able to participate in academic activities and interact positively with peers.

Accessible furniture also supports independence by allowing students of all physical abilities to engage in learning without barriers. Being able to access materials and workspaces on their own builds confidence and encourages a sense of ownership over their learning.

Finally, having clear and organized spaces in the classroom—such as reading corners, calm-down areas, and collaborative workstations—helps students follow routines, transition more easily between tasks, and build important social-emotional skills. This type of environment is especially critical in a special education classroom, where every detail can make a big difference in a child’s success.

Mrs. Gamez Cage Charter 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.

Houston, TX 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

7 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Calming Corner Instant Learning Space • Lakeshore Learning Materials $1,519.00 1 $1,519.00
Lakeshore Heavy-Duty Coat Lockers for 8 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $899.00 1 $899.00
Lakeshore Flex-Space Comfy Floor Table Zone - Blue Chairs • Lakeshore Learning Materials $669.00 1 $669.00
Lakeshore Comfy Rectangular Classroom Carpet - 4' x 6' - Navy Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 1 $129.00
Libima 8 Pcs Wiggle Seat for Sensory Kids Inflated Wobble Cushion Sensory Seat Dual-side Massage Flexible Seating for Classroom, Balance Disc with Needle Pump Wobble Cushion • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
artPOP! 3-Tier Rolling Cart - Green • Blick Art Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Ted Kangaroo Weighted Vest for Kids Sensory Compression Vest Deep Pressure Comfort (Blue) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
BARMY Weighted Lap Pad for Kids (24”x24”, 5lbs) Weighted Lap Blanket with Removable, Washable Cover, Sensory Lap Pad for Child, Teen, Dogs, 100% Cotton Inner Weighted Blanket • Amazon Business $38.79 1 $38.79
Nuanchu 2 Pcs Folding Slant Board for Writing 14 x 12 Inch Large Slanted Clipboard Adjustable Tilted Writing Board Sloped Surface to Improve Handwriting Legibility Endurance for Office Reading • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99

Materials cost

$3,442.75

Vendor shipping charges

 $170.75

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$51.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$3,695.14

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$652.08

Total project goal

$4,347.22

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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