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Mrs. Valiente from Las Vegas, NV is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Valiente's classroom raised $688

Flexible Seating, Calming Tools and Fuel for Success

Help me give my students flexible seating and calming tools for students who stay after school for additional academic support.

Mrs. Valiente South Career & Technical Academy
Las Vegas, NV Grades 9-12

My Project

My special education students are part of the first graduating class of a new Career and Technical Academy. They are building their futures in a brand-new school environment while learning the academic, social-emotional, and career-readiness skills they need to become successful young adults.

For many of my students, learning does not always happen best while sitting quietly at a traditional desk for an entire class period.

Flexible seating options, calming tools, and sensory-friendly resources can make a meaningful difference in their ability to focus, regulate their emotions, and participate in learning.

Some students remain on campus to complete assignments, receive individualized assistance, work on missing assignments, or prepare for assessments. Having snacks available helps students stay focused and engaged during these extended learning opportunities. A hungry student has a much harder time concentrating, persevering through challenging work, and reaching their academic goals.

The requested flexible seating will allow students to move safely and appropriately while working, while calming items will provide students with tools they can use to self-regulate when they feel overwhelmed, anxious, frustrated, or overstimulated. These resources will help create a classroom environment where students can recognize their individual needs and develop strategies that support independence.

Your support will help create a classroom where students can feel comfortable, supported, and ready to learn. Whether a student needs to wiggle while working, take a moment to calm down, or grab a snack while completing after-school work, these seemingly small resources can have a tremendous impact on their ability to stay engaged and experience success.

Thank you for investing in my students and helping our first graduating class build a strong foundation for their futures!

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

200 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Valiente South Career & Technical Academy Grades 9-12

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Las Vegas, NV View local requests

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

200 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ERYE 2 Fold Tufted Upholstered Futon Sofa Bed Modern Convertible Foldable Floor Loveseat Sofabed with Pull Out Sleeper Couch Daybed W/Side Pockets for Living Room • Amazon Business $188.60 1 $188.60
Lightahead Extra Large 4FT LED Sensory Bubble Fake Fish Tube Aquarium Lamp | Larger & Brighter Than Most with 20 Color Changing Effects, Calming Light for Everyone including Autism, ADHD & Stress Relief • Amazon Business $79.19 1 $79.19
Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries, Breakfast Foods, Kids Snacks, Value Pack, 4-Flavor Variety Pack (5 Boxes, 60 Pop-Tarts) • Amazon Business $19.95 2 $39.90
IRIS USA Storage Bins with Lids |Made in USA| 2 Qt - (6-Pack) - Clear | Sensory Craft Organizers, Plastic Clip Box Totes, Flat Containers for Organizing Paper, Office, Art & Study Supplies • Amazon Business $19.49 2 $38.98
Niuniu Daddy Weighted Stuffed Animals, 17 in 2.8 lbs, Axolotl Calming Plush | Heavy sensory lap pad, lying body pillow for sleeping, machine wash, huggable plushies, soothing gift for kids and adults • Amazon Business $27.98 1 $27.98
Bostitch EZ Squeeze 3-Hole Punch, 40 Sheet Capacity, Silver/Black (HP40) • Quill.com $27.07 1 $27.07
Nabisco Cookies Variety Pack, 16.36 oz., 10 Packs/Box (4400007836) • Quill.com $11.72 2 $23.44
24 Pcs Teacher Stamps for Classroom Self Inking Stamps Gift,Cute Animal | Back to School, Positive Stamps for Teachers, Colorful, Motivational, Multi Style, Encouraging School Students Supplies • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Athoinsu 12" Reversible Sequins Stuffed Animal Sea Turtle Sparkly Plush | Valentine Day Soft Birthday Gifts Toddler Kids Boys Girls Toy Ocean Life Tortoise Throw Pillow Plushie Blue • Amazon Business $18.39 1 $18.39
12 Pack Funny Sensory Fidget Toys,Deformable Chain DIY Robot Spinners Fingertip Stress Relief Gyro Toy Birthday Gifts Easter Basket Goodie Bag Stuffers Classroom Prizes Party Favors for Kids Adults • Amazon Business $13.77 1 $13.77
Squishy Sensory Fidget Toys for Kids - Sensory Toys for Kids with Autism, Quiet Fidgets for Classroom Students Autistic, Relief for Calm Down, Squeeze Sensory Maze Easter Basket for Boys Girls • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Astrobrights Colored Paper, 24 lbs,? 8.5" x 11",? Assorted Sprinkle Colors, 300 Sheets/Pack (94000) • Quill.com $12.87 1 $12.87
Fidget Toys Sensory Stone for Kids: 12 Pack Texture Worry Stone - Soothing Sensory Tools for Autism Children Calming - Quiet Fidgets for Student Classroom Prizes Easter Basket Stuffers Egg Fillers • Amazon Business $12.81 1 $12.81
Bostitch Office EZ Squeeze Reduced Effort 2-Hole Punch, 2 Sheets, Locking Handle, Silver (231) • Amazon Business $11.33 1 $11.33
Frienda 2 Pack Marble Maze Mat Fidget Tactile Sensory Toys Stress Relief Toys Relief Anxiety Calming Mats for School Classroom Reduce Stress Anxiety Improve Focus(Vibrant Style,8.7 x 6.3 Inch) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
BunMo 2 Pack Infinity Fidget Cube – Pocket Fidget Toys for Kids & Adults – Quiet Folding Desk Fidget with Smooth Hinges, Durable ABS, Portable Sensory Cube • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59

Materials cost

$545.89

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.19

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$584.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$103.07

Total project goal

$687.15

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $687.15

1 Donor

-$687.15

Donations toward project cost

-$584.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$103.07

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