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Ms. Amador from Middletown, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building a Sensory-Friendly Classroom for Every Student

Help me give my students sensory tools that will help students thrive academically and emotionally. You'll play a direct role in creating a learning environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Amador's classroom raised $184

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

As a teacher, my goal is to create an inclusive classroom where every child feels supported and able to learn to their fullest potential. Many of my students face challenges with sensory processing, and some struggle to stay focused, calm, or engaged throughout the school day. To help them succeed, I am requesting sensory tools that will support their unique needs.

Sensory tools such as fidget spinners, a weighted stuffed animal, and feet sensory cushions will help students manage stress and improve focus.

These items are especially important for students with ADHD, autism, or other developmental challenges who might find it hard to focus or regulate their emotions in a traditional classroom setting.

With your support, I will be able to create a calming, supportive space where students can self-regulate, stay on task, and participate in learning activities. Whether it’s using a sensory cushion for the feet or sitting on a wobble cushion to improve focus and concentration, these tools will make a world of difference in their daily learning experience.

Ms. Amador Presidential Park 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.

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.

Middletown, NY 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

20 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wiggle Feet Sensory Cushion for Autism and Sensory Support - A Fidget-Friendly Seating Solution • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 2 $59.98
Weighted Stuffed Animal for Anxiety | Calming & Comforting 5 Lbs | Weighted Plush Animal Sloth | Anxiety Stuffed Animals for Adults & Kids | Carrying Bag Included | Machine Washable Weighted Plushie • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
Outus 2 Pcs Wobble Cushion Inflated Wiggle Seat for Sensory Kids 13.4 Inch Balance Disc Flexible Seating with Hand Pump Men Women Classroom Exercise Office Home Chair Blue,Purple • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Schylling NeeDoh Original - Sensory Fidget Toy - Assorted Colors - Ages 3 to Adult , 1 Count ( Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$120.91

Vendor shipping charges

$3.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.81

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$155.72

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.48

Total project goal

$183.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$183.20

1 Donor

-$91.60

Donations toward project cost

-$77.86

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.74

match offer

-$91.60

Match offer toward project cost

-$77.86

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.74

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$0.00

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