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Ms. Allego from Chicago, IL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Boosting Fun and Learning: Cool Tools for Special Needs Children

Help me give my students a printer with ink, toys, and manipulatives for my children with special needs.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Allego's classroom raised $485

This project is fully funded

My Project

I am excited to share my projects aimed at supporting our amazing students with special needs. As a SPED teacher, I am passionate about providing an enriching learning environment that caters to the unique needs of each student. My students are truly special, and I am inspired daily by their progress and creativity. I am currently focusing on acquiring a printer with ink, as well as various toys and manipulatives that will serve as rewards. The printer will allow me to create personalized visual aids, worksheets, and communication tools, while the toys and manipulatives will provide tactile experiences and motivation for students. My primary goal is to create a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel valued and motivated to learn.

Ms. Allego Laura Ward Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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.

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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

13 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Canon - PIXMA MegaTank G3270 Wireless All-In-One SuperTank Inkjet Printer - Black • Best Buy Education $200.62 1 $200.62
Ready2Learn Paint and Clay Mushroom Stampers, Set of 4 • School Specialty $18.29 4 $73.16
5 Pcs Marble Maze Mat Sensory Fidget Stress Relief Toys,Sensory Mat Anxiety Calming Toys,Tactile Sensory Toys for Kids Adults Teens Autism with Special Needs School Classroom Home Supplies,2 Sizes • Amazon Business $16.99 3 $50.97
ecodot GI-21 G3260 G3270 Ink Bottles Compatible for Canon GI-21 GI21 Ink Refill Bottles for Canon G3260 G3270 G4270 G2260 G1220 G1230 G2270 MegaTank Printers(1 Black,1 Cyan,1 Magenta,1 Yellow, 4 Pack) • Amazon Business $24.59 1 $24.59
UpBrands 24 Easter Eggs Fillers Zipper Bracelets 6.5 Inches Sensory Toys Bulk Set, Kit for Birthday Party Favors for Kids, Goodie Bags, Class Valentines Gifts For Kids & Students Incentives • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
KIGEAPUEL 20 Pcs Pencil Grips for Kids Handwriting Pencil Holders Grippers Writing Posture Correction Tools for Toddlers, Special Needs Silicone Pencil Supplies for Kindergarten Preschoolers • Amazon Business $9.59 1 $9.59

Materials cost

$368.92

Vendor shipping charges

 $7.32

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$411.77

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$72.67

Total project goal

$484.44

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $484.44

3 Donors

-$459.44

Donations toward project cost

-$390.52

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$68.92

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

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