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Ms. Spiess from College Place, WA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Students with Self-Regulation Tools for Success!

Help me give my students essential self-regulation tools and resources trough sensory items, fidgets and learning materials.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Spiess's classroom raised $891

This project is fully funded

My Project

Helping Students Thrive with Self-Regulation Tools and Resources

I work with an incredible group of students who are bright, resilient, and eager to learn but sometimes struggle with managing their emotions and behaviors in the school environment.

As an elementary behavior specialist, I support students in developing the self-regulation skills they need to feel safe, stay engaged, and succeed in the classroom. My students are special because, despite their challenges, they are working hard every day to build skills that will help them navigate school and beyond.

The resources I’m requesting—wobble stools, weighted lap pads, fidgets, SEL games, and books—will provide students with the tools they need to regulate their emotions, stay focused, and participate in learning. Wobble stools will offer movement-friendly seating, helping students with sensory needs stay engaged. Weighted lap pads provide calming pressure to help with self-soothing and focus. Fidgets support students who need a quiet, discreet way to channel excess energy. SEL games and books will help teach essential skills like emotional awareness, conflict resolution, and problem-solving.

My goal is to create a space where students feel empowered, supported, and ready to learn. With these tools, they will develop self-regulation strategies that allow them to access their education in a safe and meaningful way. Your support will make a lasting impact by giving students the resources they need to thrive!

Ms. Spiess Davis Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

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 half 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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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
3 Product Bundle #1 - A Little SPOT of: SEL Book Sets (Books 1-8, 9-16) & 8 Mini Plush Toys; social emotional learning, fidget toys, calming corner • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $160.00 1 $160.00
Lakeshore Premium Wobble Chair - 16" - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $99.99 1 $99.99
Manimo Weighted Animals - Sensory Tool to Help Relieve Stress and Anxiety • Kaplan Early Learning Company $56.66 1 $56.66
The Impulse Control Game@trade; • Nasco $55.08 1 $55.08
Color Changing Putty Fidget Toy for Kids Stress Relief and Therapy and Great ADHD Fidget Putty Toy That Changes Colors • Amazon Business $12.95 4 $51.80
Stop, Relax, and Think Board Game • Nasco $50.96 1 $50.96
KICK BANDS Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet - Fidget Chair Bands for Kids 12-Pack - Kickbands ADHD Band for Classroom Chairs & Desks - Solace Sensory Kickband (TEAL) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Yunsailing Kids Earmuffs Noise Canceling Reduction 26dB Adjustable Ear Protection Headphones • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Solfres Small Weighted Lap Pad Blanket Throw for Kids Boys Teens 20in x 23in 5 Lbs - Sleep Therapy Plush Travel Size with Glass Beads, Galaxy Space Stars • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Yeetec 6 Pack 24 Links Wacky Tracks Snap and Click Fidget Toys, Finger Sensory Toys, Snake Puzzles for Stress Relief, Party Bag Fillers, Party Favours, Random Color • Amazon Business $4.99 5 $24.95
Laxdacee Wind-Up Toys, 24 Pack Assorted Mini Toy for Kid Party Favors, Pinata Goody Bag Filler Stocking Stuffers for Boy Girl Children, Birthday Gifts Carnival Small Prizes Classroom Incentive Reward • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
The Pencil Grip Inc. The DUO Grip, Assorted Colors, Pack of 6 • School Specialty $8.84 2 $17.68
Schylling NeeDoh Original - Sensory Fidget Toy - Assorted Colors - Ages 3 to Adult , 1 Count ( Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $3.44 5 $17.20
DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Pink on Blue Gel) • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
12 Pack Stretchy Strings Fidget Toys, Stretchy Fidget Sensory Toys Stress Relief Anxiety Calming Toys for Autistic Kids Boys Adults Classroom Prize Treasure Box Birthday Christmas Party Favors Gifts • Amazon Business $5.59 1 $5.59

Materials cost

$653.32

Vendor shipping charges

$6.77

Sales tax

$57.17

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$757.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$133.60

Total project goal

$890.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$890.66

7 Donors

-$632.83

Donations toward project cost

-$537.91

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$94.92

Matching donations from our partners

-$257.82

Match offers toward project cost

-$219.15

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$38.67

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.01

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$0.00

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