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Ms. Norita from Richmond, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Engineers and Architects Build Sandcastle Too

Help me give my students " a sensory stimulation sandbox for our Transitional Kindergarten, through First Grade . Prioritizing tactile experiences over technology to foster holistic development in young learners."

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Norita's classroom raised $766

This project is fully funded

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

I am deeply invested in this project because I recognize the critical importance of early childhood development. As a firm believer in the power of hands-on learning, I am committed to providing young children with opportunities to engage their senses and explore the world around them.

This sensory stimulation sandbox will serve as a catalyst for creativity, curiosity, and growth, offering children a safe and enriching environment to play, discover, and learn.

By prioritizing tactile experiences over technology, we can help children develop crucial skills such as problem-solving, communication, and emotional regulation. As well as fostering architectural and engineering skills.

Moreover, by fostering a connection with nature and promoting physical activity, the sandbox will contribute to the overall health and well-being of our students.

I am dedicated to ensuring that every child has access to quality early childhood education that nurtures their holistic development, and I firmly believe that this project aligns with that vision.

Ms. Norita Cesar Chavez 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.

Richmond, CA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

22 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Badger Basket Covered Convertible Cedar Sandbox with Canopy and Bench Seats • Amazon Business $147.99 2 $295.98
Classic Sand and Play Blue Colored Play Sand, 20 lb. Bag, Natural and Non-Toxic, Fun Wet and Dry Indoor and Outdoor, Sandbox, Therapy, and Table Use, Building, Stimulate Sensory Needs • Amazon Business $59.99 4 $239.96
IROO Balancing Stilts for Kids, 4 Pairs Plastic Walking Stilts Children Monster Feet Toys with Adjustable Rope Gifts for Balance and Coordination,Strength, Active Play(8 Stilts Total) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99

Materials cost

$560.93

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$51.33

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.41

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$650.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$114.82

Total project goal

$765.49

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$765.49

2 Donors

-$720.49

Donations toward project cost

-$612.42

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$108.07

match offer

-$45.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$38.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$6.75

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$0.00

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