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 Students
"Autism is not a disability, it's a different ability." - Stuart Duncan
My classroom is comprised of a group of amazing students who are all identified with autism.
With the autistic spectrum creating a broad spectrum of abilities cognitively and behaviorally, we have many different strategies to have the students working towards their highest potential.
Among my students, some are also identified with ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), and Speech and Language Impairment. Half of the students are nonverbal and receive ESOL services. All students receive speech and occupational therapy services.
These students love to explore new things, hear new stories, and be involved with their school events!
My Project
We have some big changes this year in our classroom. Unfortunately, we had a water leak in our room at the end last school year. While items were salvaged, every single thing needed to be emptied out. The floor needed to be torn apart and we will need to start fresh this year from top to bottom!
Another important topic is that our autistic support class is maturing.
We are moving up to grades 2-4 (which will eventually be a classroom for grades 3-5). I'd really like to main stream our students to the regular education curriculum as much as they can. I'd like to get headphones that they can really complete Dreambox, Lexia, Study Island, etc. on an independent level. These headphones would also maintain a sensory environment that is suitable for everyone.
A comfortable environment with an area rug and an enclosed space for a quiet area will be a new for the students now that the sensory room will be separated from the classroom and tile will now be our floor instead of carpet. Lets have our students transition back into their classroom the easiest way possible!
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
Earthworks Area Rug
Shape: Rectangle, Rug Dimensions: 5' 4" W x 7' 8" L
• Teachers' School Supply
$213.85
1
$213.85
3068AV Switchable Stereo/Mono Headphones Lab Pack
• Teachers' School Supply
$212.31
1
$212.31
Sootheze Drooper Sr. Stuffed Animal Sensory Toy for Autistic Children – Microwavable Heating Pad and Cool Therapy Puppy Toy – Weighted Lap Pad- for Anxiety and Pain Relief (Scented)
• Amazon Business
$29.95
1
$29.95
LimitlessFunN 4 Piece Kids Play Tent with Star Lights Bonus Kids Crown & Carrying Case [ Pop Up Portable Glow in The Dark Stars Blue ] Children Castle Playhouse for Girls & Boys, Indoor & Outdoor Use
• Amazon Business
$24.97
1
$24.97
Prextex Classroom Storage Baskets Crayon and Pencill Storage Baskets
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
Materials cost
$496.07
Vendor shipping charges
$46.88
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.44
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$580.39
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$102.42
Total project goal
$682.81
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$682.81
4 Donors
-$352.00
Donations toward project cost
-$299.20
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$52.80
match offer
-$330.81
Match offer toward project cost
-$281.19
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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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 Mrs. Schaffer and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
