Focus & Fresh: A Classroom Clean-Up and Sensory Support Initiative
Help me give my students a Cleaning & Sensory Support to help maintain a clean, healthy, and sensory-friendly classroom environment.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Alexandra Slipsager's classroom raised $874
This project is fully funded
My Project
This project designed to create a safe, comfortable, and conducive learning environment for our special education students. By providing essential cleaning supplies and sensory tools, we aim to remove barriers that could otherwise affect their focus, comfort, and well-being. This project seeks to ensure that each student has the resources they need to thrive—both in terms of a hygienic classroom space and tools that help with sensory regulation.
Offer Sensory Tools: Providing students with tools like fidget toys, noise-canceling headphones, weighted blankets, and visual timers.
These tools support students in managing sensory needs, which helps them focus, regulate their emotions, and remain engaged.
Create an Inclusive Environment: Both the sensory tools and cleaning supplies are designed to meet the individual needs of students, whether they require a quiet space to focus or the opportunity to self-regulate with tactile tools.
Provide Access to Cleaning Supplies: Ensuring that the classroom remains a clean, healthy environment. Supplies such as disinfectant wipes, hand sanitizers, and all-purpose cleaners will help maintain hygiene and reduce health-related distractions.
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
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Fashion Colors, 36 Count for Classroom, Office & Home Use
• Amazon Business
$20.36
3
$61.08
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches,200 Pack Laminating Sheets,3 Mil,8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Education Supplies & Craft Supplies, For Use With Thermal Laminators, Letter Size Sheets
• Amazon Business
$27.99
2
$55.98
Bright Autism Calming Sensory Sea Lamp - Night Light Projector for Kids, 7 Light Modes, Color Changing Music Player, Nature Relaxation Sounds
• Amazon Business
$41.57
1
$41.57
Marspark 30 Pieces Short Triangular Fat Pencils Bulk Back to School Wooden Triangular Jumbo Pencils for Preschoolers, Kids, Toddlers & Beginners with Pencil Sharpener and 2 Erasers(Bright Colors)
• Amazon Business
$11.99
3
$35.97
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 10-Pack Case of Assorted Colors, Non-Toxic 2 oz. Cans, Non Candy Halloween Handout Toys & Party Favors, Preschool Toys for Kids, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive)
• Amazon Business
$7.99
4
$31.96
Pirate's Booty Aged White Cheddar Cheese Puffs, Gluten Free, Healthy Kids Snacks, 0.5 Ounce (Pack of 24)
• Amazon Business
Superio 1 Qt Clear Plastic Storage Bin with Lid, Non-Toxic, BPA Free, Odor Free, Organizer Storage Box, Stackable Plastic Tote for Home, Garage, School, and Office, X-Small
• Amazon Business
$14.99
2
$29.98
Finn's Little Fibs (Big Bright Feelings)
• Amazon Business
$14.99
2
$29.98
Stretch Polyethylene Gloves Large Box of 200
• Carolina Biological Supply Company
$14.72
2
$29.44
Honest Kids Honest Kids Organic Juice Boxes, 6 Fl Oz, Pack of 40
• Amazon Business
$12.98
2
$25.96
Fidget Solar System - Bubble POP Fidget Toy (calming corner, social emotional learning focus, STEM supplies, sensory fidgets)
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$12.00
2
$24.00
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3
• School Specialty
$18.37
1
$18.37
Clorox Clean-Up Cleaner + Bleach1 Value Pack, Household Essentials, 32 Fl Oz Each, Pack of 3
• Amazon Business
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Alexandra Slipsager and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
{"pmaHash":"","showProjectRecommendations":true,"leadGenEnabled":true,"hideTeacherDetails":false,"schoolState":"NY","teacherPossessivePronoun":"her","PMsManager":null,"schoolGradeType":{"id":1,"name":"Early Education"},"TeacherPMForms":{},"completingDonationAmount":0,"teacherHasClassroomPhoto":true,"proposalURL":"https://www.donorschoose.org/project/focus-fresh-a-classroom-clean-up-and/9065656/","mayHaveReplacements":true,"numStudents":12,"isEquityFocusV1":true,"teacherScreenName":"Ms. Alexandra Slipsager","isEquityFocus":true,"proposalHash":"1542906274","isApplePayMobileOnly":true,"progressBarPercentage":100.00,"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"photosPublished":false,"queryString":"","DonorPMForm":null,"shouldTrackEquityFocusV2":true,"schoolCity":"New York","teachersOnPage":[6012011],"isTeacherViewingTheirOwnProject":false,"minimizedLeadGenEnabled":true,"proposalId":9065656,"proposalMessageFormModel":null,"numActiveProjects":0,"verifyShowPhotos":"","eligibleToBeCopied":false,"schoolId":83,"schoolName":"PS 185 Locke School Arts & Design","authorIds":{"6012011":{"owner":"Ms. Alexandra Slipsager","donationSalutations":{}}},"displayedPercentFunded":1.0,"proposalsOnPage":[9065656],"pmaId":"","teacherProfilePhotoURL":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp6012011_orig.jpg?crop=316,316,x266,y539&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597442284220","teacherHasProfilePhoto":true,"currentWorkflowStatusCode":21,"teacherChallengeId":21305067,"isApplePayEnabled":true,"fundedByTarget":false,"activeProject":null,"donorIdsForImpactPhotoCheck":[],"teacherId":6012011,"schoolCounty":"New York (Manhattan)","fullyFunded":true,"isStudentLed":false,"isExpired":true,"schoolStateObj":{"code":"NY","name":"New York"}}