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Mrs. Santi from Ruffs Dale, PA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calm During the Class Day

Help me give my students a calming sensory experience with sensory tables, flexible seating and fidget tools!

  • $930 goal

This project expired on March 13, 2025.

This project expired on March 13, 2025.

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Mrs. Santi Yough Intermediate Middle School
Ruffs Dale, PA Grades 3-5

My Project

Please help me give my students at three elementary buildings a fun, calming sensory area with the use of a sensory table consisting of different textures! The sensory tables will be filled with sand and rice as a way of getting sensory input during their school day! These bins will allow students to have a calming experience when they become frustrated during the day or just as a regular break. Other tools will also help them calm down as needed such as flexible seating and fidget tools that can be used in the classroom setting.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households

100 students impacted
Mrs. Santi Yough Intermediate Middle School Grades 3-5

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Ruffs Dale, PA View local requests

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

100 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids 2-Station Sand and Water Adjustable Play Table, Sensory Bins, Grey/Emerald • Amazon Business $99.38 3 $298.14
KarberDark 95 Pcs Small Animal Toys, Assorted Mini Ocean, Zoo, Farm, Dinosaur, Insect, Dog and Horse Figure, Little Plastic Animals Figurine for Easter, Sensory Bin Stuffers, Birthday Gifts,Kid 3-5 • Amazon Business $23.98 3 $71.94
Sensory-N-Stuff Rainbow Rice Sensory Bin Filler for Sensory Table - Colored Rice for Sensory Play (4 Cups - 2LB) • Amazon Business $21.99 3 $65.97
Wettarn 9 Pcs Sensory Bin Filler Fine Motor Skills Handy Scooper Set Sensory Bin Tools Sensory Tools, Include 4 Scoops, 2 Tweezers, Scissors Clips, Plastic Forceps and Air Pump for Sorting Counting • Amazon Business $17.99 3 $53.97
Weighted Vest For Kids - Adjustable Compression Vest With Six Removable Weights Included - Breathable Snug Fit Design • Amazon Business $44.05 1 $44.05
Wiggle Feet Sensory Cushion for Autism and Sensory Support - A Fidget-Friendly Seating Solution • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
READY 2 LEARN Colored Sand - Green - 2.2 lbs - Play Sand for Kids - Perfect for Arts and Crafts, Sensory Bins, Wedding Decorations and Vase Filler • Amazon Business $9.83 3 $29.49
READY 2 LEARN Colored Sand - Orange - 2.2 lbs - Play Sand for Kids - Perfect for Wedding Unity Ceremonies, Crafts, Sensory Bins and Vase Filler • Amazon Business $9.83 3 $29.49
YOUBLEK 20" | 4 Pounds Weighted Stuffed Animals,Sensory Comfort Plush Throw Pillow Toy, Soft for Home & School, Kawaii Plushies Hugging Toy Gifts for Kids & Adults (Lion, 20 inch 4 Pounds) • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
SANHO Sensory Sock Body Sock,Medium,Perfect for Children with Sensory Processing Disorder,Updated Version,Bright Blue • Amazon Business $26.98 1 $26.98
Bouncyband Foot Roller for Restless Feet and More – Comforting and Therapeutic Sensory Fidget Device, Sensory and ADHD Tools for Increasing Focus, Relieving Anxiety and More • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
36 pc Fun Fidgets & Gadgets Pencil Toppers (12 Cute Wiggle Eyes, 12 Sensory Hedge Balls, & 12 Nuts, Bolts & Screws Pencil Toppers) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
VMNlooking Sensory Bottles Kits for Calm Down Corner Supplies Magic Mixies Sensory Toys for Toddlers1-3 Kids with Glitter, 5 Fun Shaped Containers • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
43 Pcs Calm Strips for Anxiety - Sensory Stickers Kit with 36 Textured Strips, 6 Keychain Fidgets & Storage Bag - Desk & Classroom Essentials for Adults, Teens & Kids - Anxiety Relief (Classic Style) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$746.97

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.50

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$789.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$139.35

Total project goal

$929.02

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