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Ms. Gabi from Bronx, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Environment for Success

Help me give my students sensory tents, a magnetic chalkboard sign, weighted vests, and more items for classroom use.

  • $793 goal

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

My classroom is a safe haven for amazing students with autism who thrive in a calm, structured, and supportive environment. Many of my students experience sensory processing challenges that can make the school day overwhelming and exhausting. We need Sensory a Tent, Magnetic Chalkboard Sign Set, Weighted Vest, Silicone Adaptive Aids, and more. A dedicated sensory space filled with appropriate tools would provide a critical outlet to help them regulate their emotions, focus on learning, and build self-confidence.

To meet their unique needs, I am requesting sensory materials such as fidget tools.

These items will support my students in managing sensory overload, reduce meltdowns, and improve their ability to stay engaged in class activities.

When students feel calm and supported, they are better able to learn, interact with peers, and develop important social-emotional skills. Your generosity will help create a peaceful environment that truly makes a difference for children with autism in my classroom.

Ms. Gabi Fairmont Neighborhood 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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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

18 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Naviocean Sensory Tent Calm Down Corner Supplies for Autistic Children, Black Out Calming Play Tent Pop Up Tent Sensory Room Indoor Tent for SEN, Autism, ASD, ADHD with Travel Bag • Amazon Business $48.66 2 $97.32
Flash Furniture Canterbury Wooden Indoor/Outdoor A-Frame Magnetic Chalkboard Sign Set, Graywashed, 40" x 20" (HGWAGDI742315) • Quill.com $85.99 1 $85.99
Ted Kangaroo Weighted Vest for Kids Sensory Compression Vest Deep Pressure Comfort (Blue) • Amazon Business $39.99 2 $79.98
EazyHold, Silicone Adaptive Aids, Non-Slip Handles, Hand Tremors, Arthritis, Limited Hand Mobility, Poor Grip, Limb Loss, Cerebral Palsy, Stroke. with Sippy Cup Holder Strap (All Ages 8 Pack) • Amazon Business $58.75 1 $58.75
TalkTools Sensi Oral Sensory Therapy Tool with Soft Sensi Jaw Tips (Base with Tips, 8 Piece Set) • Amazon Business $54.99 1 $54.99
Z-Vibe Ark DN Carry Kit, Lavender - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $48.00 1 $48.00
Dreamegg D1 Sound Machine Baby - White Noise Machine for Baby with Night Light, 24 High Fidelity Sounds, Timer & Memory Feature, Noise Machine with Nursery Lamps for Baby Adults, Home, Office (White) • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Tecbeauty 200pcs Colored Clothespins Wooden Clothes Pins, Wood Clips for Crafts Pictures Classroom Photos, 3inch, Random Colors • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
YoYa Toys Magic Wigglers Water Snake Fidget Toy - Water Wiggler Toy, Water Snakes Trick Stress Toy, Slippery Tricky Wiggler Tube - 4-Pack Squishy Sensory Fidget Water Snake Toy, 5-inch Novelty Gift • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
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
Special Supplies Adaptive Utensils (5-Piece Kitchen Set) Wide, Non-Weighted, Non-Slip Handles for Hand Tremors, Arthritis, Parkinson’s or Elderly Use - Stainless Steel (Black) • Amazon Business $18.04 1 $18.04
Hasbro Gaming Don't Spill The Beans Game | Balancing Board Game for Boys & Girls | Kids Preschool Games | Easter Gifts for Girls & Boys | 2 Players | Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $17.88 1 $17.88
Special Supplies Honey Bear Straw Cup Long Straws, Squeezable Therapy and Special Needs Assistive Drink Container, Spill Proof and Leak Resistant Lid (Pack of 6 Bottles and 12 Straws) • Amazon Business $17.09 1 $17.09
Learning Resources Tri-Grip Tongs, 0.3' x 2.8" x 3.9", Assorted Colors, 6/Pack (LER2964) • Quill.com $16.73 1 $16.73
Curious Minds Busy Bags Set of 2 Large Pearl Swirling Water Trick Snake - Stress Toy - Slippery Tricky Wiggly Wiggler Tube - Squishy Wiggler Sensory Fidget Ball Can't Hold (Set of 2 Random Colors) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
VELCRO Brand Dots with Adhesive White | 200 Pk | 3/4" Circles | Sticky Back Round Hook and Loop Closures for Organizing, Arts and Crafts, School Projects, 91824, 200Pk • Amazon Business $11.74 1 $11.74
TalkTools Magenta Spoons Bumpy | Silicone Self-Feeding Utensils Set for Kid and Toddler | Encourages Lip Closure | Oral Awareness | Normalize Food Texture Acceptance (Bumpy, 6 Pack) • Amazon Business $9.94 1 $9.94
School Smart Chalkboard Chalk, Assorted Colors, Pack of 12, Red - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $1.49 1 $1.49

Materials cost

$629.28

Vendor shipping charges

$4.95

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.44

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$673.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$118.88

Total project goal

$792.55

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