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Calm Minds, Bright Futures: Building Our Sensory Sanctuary

Help me give my students lots of sensory experiences! Swings, lights, sounds, and more for our sensory room!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Parnell's classroom raised $3,082

This project is fully funded

My Project

**Calm Minds, Bright Futures: Building Our Sensory Sanctuary**

I absolutely adore my students for who they are—sweet, unique individuals with high needs and an even higher capacity for love.

Every day, they show me their resilience, kindness, and joy, even when faced with challenges. They inspire me to create an environment where they feel safe, supported, and empowered to grow.

That’s why I’m working to transform our sensory room into a space where they truly want to go—a calming, inviting place where they can regulate their emotions, reduce anxiety, and prepare to learn. This project will provide tools that meet their sensory needs while fostering emotional and academic growth.

The sensory swing will help students with self-regulation and focus by providing gentle motion that soothes and comforts them. Many of my students thrive with movement, and this swing will give them a safe, calming outlet.

The lightboard will add an element of visual stimulation that encourages creativity and fine motor skills. It’s perfect for students who learn best through hands-on exploration.

The sound machine will create a serene atmosphere, reducing background noise and helping students concentrate or relax. Whether it’s soothing rain or soft white noise, the sound machine will be a game-changer for their focus and well-being.

My goal for this project is to create a sensory room that feels like a sanctuary—a space where my students feel understood, supported, and ready to tackle their goals. Each of these items will play a vital role in making that happen.

What makes my students truly special is their incredible hearts. They may face significant challenges, but they give so much love in return. With your support, we can give them a sensory space that reflects the love and care they deserve while helping them thrive.

Mrs. Parnell Barry Goldwater High School Grades 9-12

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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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More than a third 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Light Table Sensory Play Materials - Complete Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $199.00 2 $398.00
Big Joe Milano Beanbag Chair Stretch Limo Black Smartmax • Amazon Business $54.43 4 $217.72
Create-a-Space See-Thru Storage Caddy, Classroom Organization, School Supplies Organizer, Desk Organization, Pen Holder, 9 Pieces • Amazon Business $16.99 12 $203.88
YUCAN Hammock Chair Stand with Hanging Swing Chair Included,Weather Resistant and Saving Space Stand Max 450 Lbs, Quality Cotton Weave Wrap Whole,Suitable for Indoor Outdoor Patio Yard（Grey） Patented • Amazon Business $99.99 2 $199.98
Lakeshore Guided Reading Leveled Book Sets - Complete Library • Lakeshore Learning Materials $199.00 1 $199.00
Yunsailing 6 Pcs Ear Protection Noise Reduction Headphones Nrr 28db Safety Hearing Ear Muffs Shooting Gun Range Mowing • Amazon Business $52.99 2 $105.98
Black Pocket Chart for Classroom - 30 Pocket Storage Black Pocket Charts , 5 Over Door Hangers Included, Hanging Wall File Organizer for File Folders, School Mailbox, Home/Office Papers • Amazon Business $29.99 3 $89.97
Lakeshore Sensory Peanut Ball • Lakeshore Learning Materials $36.99 2 $73.98
Special Supplies Therapy Putty for Kids and Adults - Resistive Hand Exercise Stress Relief Therapy Putty Kit, Set of 6 Strengths, 3 Ounces of Each Putty • Amazon Business $23.99 3 $71.97
NexHome Weighted Blanket Kids 5lbs, 36x48 inches Toddler Heavy Blanket, Warming and Cooling Weighted Blanket for Boys and Girls, 100% Soft and Breathable Kids Weighted Blanket, Grey • Amazon Business $16.99 4 $67.96
Crayola Broad Line Markers Classpack (256 Ct), Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Kids Markers For School, Classroom Must Have • Amazon Business $62.49 1 $62.49
66 Pcs Fine Motor Toys Counting Sorting Sensory Bin Filler Preschool Learning Games Develops Counting and Color Recognition 48 Foam Fruits 4 Tweezers 2 Scissors Clips 12 Cups for Preschool Training • Amazon Business $19.99 3 $59.97
Crayola Anti-Roll Triangular Crayon Classpack, 16-Assorted Colors, Set of 256 • School Specialty $56.99 1 $56.99
Crayola Colored Pencils - Assorted Colors, Classpack of 240 • Blick Art Materials $46.34 1 $46.34
Mubarek Skylight Projector with 8 White Noise, 124 Light Options Ceiling Projector Lights for Bedroom, Remote+360°Rotating+AUTO Timer Skylight Projector Ceiling Light Projector for Bedroom, Skylight • Amazon Business $18.91 2 $37.82
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 2 $33.98
Mattel Games UNO Card Game for Family Night, Travel Game & Gift for Kids in a Collectible Storage Tin for 2-10 Players (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $10.99 3 $32.97
burgkidz STEM Learning Pipe Tube Toy, Sensory Toys, Tube Locks Construction Building Blocks, Educational STEM Building Learning Toys with Wheels Baseplate for All Ages Kids Boys Girls, 188 Pcs • Amazon Business $32.88 1 $32.88
Lakeshore Create & Design Drill Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
MIKNEKE 4 Pack DIY Montessori Busy Book for Toddlers, Montessori Quiet Book for Kids, Vehicle Life Skill Farm Dinosaur Preschool Learning Activities Learning & Education Toys • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Mindset Matters: A Counseling Curriculum to Help Students Understand How to Help Themselves Succeed with a Growth Mindset • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
Shape Sorting Clock • Quill.com $28.67 1 $28.67
Marble Run,135 PCS Marble Maze Building Block Toys Gravitrax Marble Run for Kids,STEM Learning Toys Marble Track Race Tower Model Creative Birthday Gift with 60 Marbles for Boys & Girls 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys 40PCS • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Coogam Learn to Write Workbook, Numbers Letters Practicing Book, ABC Alphabet Sight Words Handwriting Educational Montessori Toy for Home Classroom Kindergarten Preschool Kids • Amazon Business $24.98 1 $24.98
Coogam Preschool Magnetic Busy Book, 9 Themed Stickers Toys Fine Motor Skills Learning Binder Quiet Book Montessori Toys for Kids Toddlers Home Kindergarten • Amazon Business $24.98 1 $24.98
Our Brains Are Like Computers!: Exploring Social Skills and Social Cause and Effect with Children on the Autism Spectrum • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Busy Book for Toddlers, Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old, Preschool Learning Activities Autism Sensory Toys Travel Toys Educational Toys Book with Classified Storage Box and Writing and Drawing Board • Amazon Business $22.79 1 $22.79
Junior Learning Word Families Learning Game, Kindergarten (JRL120) • Quill.com $21.82 1 $21.82
Bmag Counting Bears with Matching Sorting Cups,Number Color Recognition STEM Educational Toy for Toddler, Pre-School Learning Toy with 90 Bears,2 Tweezers,11 Activity Cards,1 Storage Box • Amazon Business $19.69 1 $19.69
Busy Book for Kids, Montessori Toys for Toddlers, Autism Sensory Educational Toys, 12 Pages Toddler Preschool Activity Binder and Early Learning Toys Book - for Boys & Girls Develops Fine Motor Skills • Amazon Business $18.87 1 $18.87
Cutie Pie Toys Blocks Stacking Game, 3D Puzzle and Problem Solving, 20 Pattern Activity Cards, 13 Shapes, for Toddlers & Preschoolers, Ages 1+ • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99

Materials cost

$2,336.53

Vendor shipping charges

 $50.70

Sales tax

 $167.06

3rd party payment processing fee

$35.05

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,619.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$462.24

Total project goal

$3,081.58

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $3,081.58

2 Donors

-$2,640.40

Donations toward project cost

-$2,619.34

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.06

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$441.18

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