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Ms. Tran from San Rafael, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating A Calm Classroom with Sensory Tools

Help me give my students sensory tools that can enhance focus and assist in self-regulation, allowing students to engage more effectively in learning activities.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Tran's classroom raised $352

This project is fully funded

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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

Sensory items offer tactile stimulation and proprioceptive feedback, which can help reduce anxiety. Many of the children in my self-contained classroom face unique challenges related to sensory processing, making it difficult for them to focus, regulate emotions, and fully participate in academic activities.

Sensory tools are not just helpful; they are essential to having a calm learning environment!

These items, such as weighted blankets, fidget toys, and noise-canceling headphones, provide the sensory input my students need to feel safe, calm, and ready to learn. They help reduce anxiety, prevent meltdowns, and offer a much-needed outlet for excess energy. By incorporating sensory tools into our daily routine, I can create a more inclusive and supportive environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.

Ms. Tran Bahia Vista Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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.

San Rafael, CA 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

30 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
IRIS USA 68 Quart / 17 Gal. Stackable Plastic Storage Bins with Lids and Latch Buckles, 5 Pack - Pearl, Large Containers for Home and Office Ultra Organization, Durable Nestable Tote Box Tub • Amazon Business $84.99 1 $84.99
Libima 8 Pcs Wiggle Seat for Sensory Kids Inflated Wobble Cushion Sensory Seat Flexible Seating for Classroom, Balance Disc with Needle Pump Wobble Cushion for Kids Children • Amazon Business $75.99 1 $75.99
JA-RU Mini Flarp Noise Putty Fidget Toy (6 Tubes with 24 Mini Flarps) 4 Mini Putty per Pack. Stress Relief Toy for Boys & Girls, Party Favor Stocking Stuffer Noise Slime. Plus Bouncy Ball 336-6p • Amazon Business $23.98 1 $23.98
76 Pack Sensory Fidget Toys Set, Stress Relief and Anti-Anxiety Bundle Sensory Toys for Kids Adults, Cool Fidget Packs with Mochi Squishy, Magic Rainbow Ball, Motion Timer, Flippy Chain,Stress Ball... • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
36 Pcs Blue Chair Bands Fidget Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet Chair Bands Rubber Band for Chair Elastic Chair Bands Stress Bands Chair Leg Strap for Kids Chairs Students ADHD Sensory • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Mesh and Marble Fidget Toy Set - 10 Pcs Marble Fidgets for Kids - Fidget Marble Mesh Fidget Toy - Marble Sensory Toy - Silent Fidget Toys for Anxiety • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
4 Pack Stress Ball for Kids and Adults Slow Rising Balls Sensory Fidget Toy Anxiety Stress Relaxation Squeezing Balls Calming Tool, Vent Mood and Improve Focus, Squishy Ball Hand Grip Pressure Ball • Amazon Business $9.90 1 $9.90

Materials cost

$242.81

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $22.22

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$298.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$52.71

Total project goal

$351.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $351.38

4 Donors

-$333.73

Donations toward project cost

-$298.67

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$35.06

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

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