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.
This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.
My Project
As a special education teacher, I have the privilege of working with a group of incredible individuals, each possessing their unique strengths, quirks, and charms. They are not just students to me; they are my inspiration, my motivation, and my daily reminder of the boundless capacity for joy and growth that resides within each of us. In our journey together, I've come to deeply appreciate the transformative power of tailored learning environments. That's why I'm excited to share our project to create a sensory space within our classroom. This space will serve as a sanctuary, a haven where my students can explore, engage, and thrive in ways that resonate with their specific needs and learning styles.
Every item we're requesting for this project has been carefully selected with the intention of nurturing holistic development and facilitating meaningful learning experiences, from the landing mat to ensure our environment is safe and soft, to the crash pad, swing and trampoline to meet all of their adaptive and sensory integration needs each resource serves a vital role in creating an inclusive and enriching educational environment.
Our goals for this project are ambitious yet deeply rooted in compassion and empathy. We aim to cultivate a space where every student feels valued, understood, and empowered to embrace their journey of learning and self-discovery. Through personalized interventions and targeted sensory experiences, we aspire to unlock their full potential, one sensory sensation at a time.
Your support for this project would not only be a tangible investment in the future of my students but also a profound testament to the power of community and compassion. Thank you for considering our project and for your consideration to making a difference in the lives of others.
Sportime Non-Folding Vinyl-Coated Landing Mat, 4 x 8 Feet x 8 Inches, Green - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler - Durable
• School Specialty
$962.69
1
$962.69
Algoma Net Swing Chair with Stand - Steel/Polyester - Comfortable
• School Specialty
$259.04
1
$259.04
FoamTouch Black Crash Pad with Foam Blocks for Kids and Adults - Therapeutic Sensory Pad with Water Resistance Cover - 40" x 40"
• Amazon Business
$119.88
1
$119.88
Kids Indoor Trampoline, ANCHEER 56" Foldable Mini Trampoline with 5 Level Adjustable Handle Bar DoubleTrampoline for Kid and Adults with Reinforced Stitching, 220lbs Max Load
• Amazon Business
$118.00
1
$118.00
Materials cost
$1,459.61
Vendor shipping charges
$221.17
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$21.89
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,732.67
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$305.77
Total project goal
$2,038.44
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$2,038.44
1 Donor
-$25.00
Donations toward project cost
-$21.25
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$3.75
A family that cares about teachers match offer
-$25.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$21.25
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Brown and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.