Empowering Special Learners: Essential Tools for Growth and Success
Help me give my students the tools, support, and inclusive environment they need to learn, grow, communicate, and thrive every day.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ivy's classroom raised $618
This project is fully funded
My Project
I absolutely love my students for their unique personalities, determination, and the joy they bring to the classroom every day. They inspire me with their resilience and the different ways they explore and engage with learning. Each child has their own strengths, challenges, and ways of expressing themselves, and my goal is to create an environment where they feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.
The resources I am requesting will make a significant impact on their learning by providing the support they need to focus, communicate, and actively participate in daily activities.
These tools will help them build independence, develop essential academic and life skills, and create meaningful connections with their peers. With the right supports in place, my students will have more opportunities to grow, express themselves, and reach their full potential.
My goal for this project is to create an inclusive and engaging learning space that meets the diverse needs of my students. I want to ensure they have access to the tools that will help them regulate their emotions, stay engaged in learning, and build confidence in their abilities.
What makes my students special is their incredible perseverance and the joy they bring to even the smallest achievements. They remind me every day that learning is not one-size-fits-all, and with the right support, every child can shine. Your generosity will make a lasting impact on their journey, helping them build the skills they need to succeed now and in the future.
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
Mastering Math Dominoes - Complete Set
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$75.00
1
$75.00
Didax CVC Spelling Board Games - Grades K-2 - Toddler - Heavy Duty
• School Specialty
$56.47
1
$56.47
Velcro Sticky Back Fasteners - 3/4" x 50 ft, White, Roll
• Blick Art Materials
$33.19
1
$33.19
Torlam Elkonin Boxes Phonemic Awareness Phonics Games, Reading Spelling Sound Manipulatives Sight Word Flash Cards, Speech Therapy Toy Kindergarten Elementary Classroom Must Haves Homeschool Supplies
• Amazon Business
$21.99
1
$21.99
Coogam Magnetic Ten-Frame Set, Math Manipulative EVA Number Counting Games, Montessori Educational Toy Gift for Kindergarten Classroom Kids 3 4 5 Year Old
• Amazon Business
$21.98
1
$21.98
Lakeshore CVC Words Giant Activity Dice
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$19.99
1
$19.99
JoyCat Ice Cream Preschool Learning Activities Counting and Color Sorting Set Stacking Toys for Kids 3-5, Fine Motor Skills Toys with Safety Durability, Math Learning Resources for Toddlers 30PCS
• Amazon Business
$19.79
1
$19.79
KTRIO Laminating Sheets, Hold 8.5 x 11 inch Sheets 200 Pack, 3 Mil Clear Thermal Laminate Pouches 9 x 11.5 inch Lamination Sheet Paper for Laminator, Round Corner Letter Size, School & Office
• Amazon Business
$19.38
1
$19.38
Bostitch Office Stapler Heavy Duty - 40 Sheet Stapler for Desk -Full-Strip - Includes 1260 Staples - Black
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
Eamay Emotions and Feelings Pocket Chart for Kids with 31 Cards,Social Emotional Learning Pocket Chart for Classroom and Home-School,Black (Black)
• Amazon Business
RAINBOW TOYFROG Math Manipulatives Counting Cubes, Educational Number Blocks, Kindergarten Learning Activities Math Cubes, Set of 100 Number Blocks Toys for Kids Ages 3 Above…
• Amazon Business
$13.99
1
$13.99
3M Company 3M Pre-Moistened Notebook Screen Cleaning Wipes, 4 x 7 Inches, White, Pack of 24 - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult
• School Specialty
$13.72
1
$13.72
Lakeshore Making Good Choices Match-Ups
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$12.99
1
$12.99
Doorbell, Lovin Product Waterproof Wireless Doorbell Chime Kit with 36 Chimes, Adjustable Volume; 1000feet Operating, with Sound LED Flash Door Bell for Home (1 Receiver x 1 Push Button)
• Amazon Business
$11.49
1
$11.49
Learning Resources 20 Second Hand Washing Timer
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$10.79
1
$10.79
MIUTME 1200pcs Sticky Notes, Transparent Page Markers, Book Flags, Page Tabs, Index Tabs, Label Stickers - Aesthetic Back to School Supplies
• Amazon Business
$7.99
1
$7.99
4-Piece Multi-Function Electronic Timer, Learning Management, Suitable for Kitchen, Study, Work, Exercise Training, Outdoor Activities(not Including Battery).
• Amazon Business
$7.98
1
$7.98
KTRIO Pack of 7 Colors Electronic Finger Counter, 5-Digit Number Count Clicker, Mini LCD Digital Display Hand Tally Counters for Knitting, Crochet, Coaching, Lap, Golf, Toddler & Fidget
• Amazon Business
$7.79
1
$7.79
Transparent Sticky Notes 500 Pcs, MIUTME Clear Sticky Notes Waterproof Translucent Color Memo Pad 3 x 3 inch, See Through Sticky Notes for Office College School Supplies Pads (7 Colors)
• Amazon Business
$6.99
1
$6.99
Aleene's 29-2 Tack-It Over & Over Liquid Glue 4oz, Clear
• Amazon Business
$4.96
1
$4.96
KTOJOY 100Pcs Jumbo Wooden Craft Sticks Popsicle Stick 6” Long x 3/4”Wide Treat Ice Pop for DIY Crafts，Home Art Projects, Classroom Supplies
• Amazon Business
$4.69
1
$4.69
Materials cost
$421.14
Vendor shipping charges
$49.25
Sales tax
$18.53
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.32
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$525.24
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$92.69
Total project goal
$617.93
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$617.93
1 Donor
-$617.93
Donations toward project cost
-$525.24
Donations 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. Ivy and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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