Help me give my students sensory items and music stands to use as standing desks that will help my students who have trouble focusing succeed in class.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Willis's classroom raised $221
This project is fully funded
My Students
My high school students take classes in the special education department of an urban school district in Worcester, MA. As much as is allowed due to standardized testing, we work on project-based learning and team up frequently with our life skills students to work on projects that will lead to betterment of the school or of the community.
My students are caring individuals who want to make positive changes to their school and the local community.
They spend their time working with younger students or students who are marginalized in the community. They work hard at their academics and plan for their futures, whether that is college, a training program, the military, or heading directly to work. Our building is old and not particularly designed for what we need it to do, but we make it work.
My Project
Many of my students struggle with being able to focus in class. It is a high school special education math class, so they need to focus to understand the material and be ready for the next steps. These sensory and fidget tools will help the students get out some of their energy or provide the sensory feedback they need in the classroom. We will use the music stands to provide stand up desks so that students who can't sit down at that time have the ability to continue on with their work. Others will use the carpet squares to sit on the floor and do their work using clipboards. Whatever they need to succeed in the class.
Some of my classes have filled all the desks and tables, so noise and general crowded conditions make things difficult for students with ADHD, anxiety, and other issues.
Currently, students don't have a good way to get out their energy or need for stimulus. We don't have a budget for these types of aids, so I try to make do with things I can create or re-purpose. My students need both the items designed to help students and in enough quantity so that everyone who needs a sensory object, standing desk, or carpet square can get one.
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
YoYa Toys Beadeez Squishy Stress Balls with DNA Spiky Textures (3-Pack) Colorful Sensory Toy and Stress Relief for Kids, Adults - Squeezy Water Beads - Promote Calm Focus for ADHD, Autism
• Amazon Business
$15.99
2
$31.98
GLEAM Sheet Music Stand Metal with Carrying Bag
• Amazon Business
$27.99
1
$27.99
Letsfit Resistance Loop Bands, Resistance Exercise Bands for Home Fitness, Stretching, Strength Training, Physical Therapy, Natural Latex Workout Bands, Pilates Flexbands, 12" x 2"
• Amazon Business
$9.90
2
$19.80
Trideer Inflated Stability Wobble Cushion with Pump, Extra Thick Core Balance Disc, Kids Wiggle Seat, Sensory Cushion for Elementary School Chair (Office & Home & Classroom) (34cm New Silver)
• Amazon Business
$18.99
1
$18.99
Set of 3 Assorted Tangle Jr. Fidget Toys - Textured, Fuzzy and Original
• Amazon Business
$16.95
1
$16.95
Tangle Jr Textured Sensory Fidget Toy Set of 3 (Color May Very)
• Amazon Business
$15.28
1
$15.28
DeElf 9 pcs Interlocking Carpet Tiles Plush Foam Square Mats Set for Living Room, Bedroom, Kitchen and Hard Floor (Purple)
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Sensory Ring and Fidget Toy 3 Pack | Soft, Flexible Ring and Rubber Spikes | Helps Reduce Stress and Anxiety| Promotes Focus and Clarity | Children, Youth, Adults Sensory Toys
• Amazon Business
$10.95
1
$10.95
Materials cost
$154.93
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.32
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$187.25
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$33.04
Total project goal
$220.29
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$220.29
3 Donors
-$220.29
Donations toward project cost
-$187.25
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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