Help me give my students a sensory-based learning environment to support their academic and social/emotional needs. The Flex Ball seats and sensory floor decals will provide flexible seating and stimulate learning in a stress-free environment.
Teaching is a gift within itself. It is a joy that teaches me something new each day. This year, I have the pleasure of teaching a Special Needs/Autism bridge class. Students with Special Needs are often overlooked and isolated. Their parents have not been adequately informed on how to meet and support their needs. It becomes overwhelming and in the end, the child suffers. I am so excited to meet the students I have been learning about all summer. I look forward to creatively meeting their academic and social/emotional needs.
I ask that you assist me in creating a sensory-based learning environment that will create a barrier-free support system for their overall needs.
With this project, I hope that my students will learn how to self-regulate, effectively communicate their needs and understandings as well as find joy in learning. It is also my goal to use these items to empower and coach my students' families, so they feel confident responding to and supporting their child's needs.
The items selected will help each student differently. The flex balls will provide flexible seating, and increase focus and work productivity. The floor decals provide differentiated instruction, support social learning skills, promote self-regulation, and encourage communication through play.
Help me give these students an opportunity to experience a strong foundation of learning through a sensory-themed classroom. This will provide them with tools for success and make learning fun.
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
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$29.95
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$59.90
20 Pcs Classroom Headphone with Microphone Bulk On-ear Mic over Ear Headsets Kids Earphones Classroom Students Lightweight Children Class Headphones for School Office, Meetings, Chat, Black
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$52.99
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$52.99
Sensory Tent | Calm Corner for Children to Play and Relax | Sensory Corner | Helps with Autism, SPD, Anxiety & Improve Focus | Black Out Sensory Tents for Autistic Children
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$39.95
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Cwsk Sensory Tent Calming Hideout for Kids with CPC Certification,Portable Pop-Up Light-Out Blackout Sensory Tent Sensory Nest, Autism, Autism, ADHD Travel Bag Home Sensory Tent
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$32.99
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$32.99
Crtiin 24 Pcs Privacy Boards Desk Privacy Folders Standard Privacy Board School Privacy Cardboard Board Desk Dividers for Student Desks Reduces Distractions Keep Eyes from Wandering (Encourage)
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$28.99
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$28.99
Craftstory 144 Pcs Shapes Felt-Board for Toddlers, Preschool Classroom Must Haves Learning Activities Tangram Toys Teacher Aide 3.5 Ft Large Wall Hang Sensory Activities Kit
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$28.99
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Craftstory Insects & Bugs Flannel Felt Story Board for Toddlers Learning Activities 3.5 Ft Sensory Busy Board with Caterpillar Butterfly Beetle Kits Interactive Montessori Arts Crafts Gifts for Kids
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$25.99
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$25.99
Be Amazing Toys Sense & Grow Sensory Sand Bin with 6 Farm Animal
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$19.99
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$19.99
Classroom Decor Sensory Path Decals for Floor & Wall - Number Frog Hopscotch Floor Stickers for Boosting Gross Motor Skills
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$18.89
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$18.89
Classroom Decor Sensory Path Decals for Floor & Wall - Alphabet ABC Hop & Walk Footprint Hopscotch Floor Stickers for Boosting Gross Motor Skills
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$18.89
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$18.89
Sensory Mini Mats for Kids, Assorted Textured Play Mat, Sensory Tiles, Educational Tactile Sensory Toys for Activity, Sensory Wall Panel, Sensory Room Equipment, Sensory Disorder Toys for Tactile Play
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$16.99
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hand2mind Luna The Calming Kitty, Breathing Light, Guided Meditation for Kids, Mindfulness for Kids, Anxiety Relief Items, Calm Down Corner Supplies, Calming Toys for Kids, Social Emotional Learning
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$14.90
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CN-Outlet Classroom Headphones with Microphone,3.5mm Stereo Headset for Computer Tablet and Mobile Phone,Wired On Ear Foldable for Kids Students Boys Girls Toddler Children Teens Adults
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$12.95
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$12.95
TOMFANCY Pop Quick Push Game Console Light Up Sensory Fidget Toys Handheld Puzzle Popping Press Toy Birthday Gift for Kids Adult Light Blue
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$6.99
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$5.99
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Materials cost
$485.35
Vendor shipping charges
$5.00
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.28
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$527.63
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$93.11
Total project goal
$620.74
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$620.74
12 Donors
-$462.33
Donations toward project cost
-$396.73
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$65.60
match offer
-$154.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$130.90
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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