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Ms. Vanessa from Kaneohe, HI is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Kupa'a Academy Counseling: Sensory Dispensary

Help me give my students sensory tools to succeed in their learning environments!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Vanessa's classroom raised $226

This project is fully funded

My Project

School can be hard for students with sensory needs. How can my students with ASD focus when there are 5 other students having conversations in the background? How can my students with ADHD finish tasks in a timely manner when they can't see how much time has passed? The materials I am requesting today can help them! The noise canceling earphones will help my students block out sounds in their environment and help them focus on the task at hand. The sand timers will help my students see how much time they have left to finish assignments. The sensory stickers will help my anxious students calm their nerves by grounding them. Last but not least, the digital timers will remind my students when time is up and when they can switch tasks!

We can make education more accessible for our students by not only providing them support, but also supporting their environment.

My goal for this project is to acquire practical items for my students to use when they are not in counseling. I can practice and rehearse skills with them in the safety of the counseling office, but they will have a hard time applying those skills in the classroom without the correct tools to do so. That's where you come in!

My students mean the world to me and their success is of the utmost importance! My students are special because they are eager to learn, socialize, and create a meaningful experience for themselves at school. They will be so much closer to achieving those wants and needs with your help!

Ms. Vanessa Waiahole Elementary 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.

Kaneohe, HI View local requests

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

10 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Amylove 12 Pcs Kids Ear Protection Noise Cancelling Headphones Bulk 27dB Adjustable Earmuffs Hearing Protection Autism Sensory Headphones for Kids Autism Concerts Fireworks Classroom (Cute Colors) • Amazon Business $86.99 1 $86.99
24 Pieces Digital Kitchen Timer Magnetic Timers for Classroom Bulk On/Off Switch Minute Second Count up Countdown Big LCD Display Loud Alarm for Exercise Cook Baking Teacher Kids (Assorted Color) • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99
Teacher Created Resources Small Sand Timers Combo, Pack of 8 (TCR20697) • Amazon Business $14.90 1 $14.90
50 Pieces Anxiety Sensory Strips Textured Sensory Strips Tactile Rough Sensory Stickers Adhesive Tactile Fidget Tape Textured Sensory Strips for Desk, Adults Teens Anxiety Relief Toy (Classic Style) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$152.87

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$6.73

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.29

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$191.89

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$33.86

Total project goal

$225.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$225.75

2 Donors

-$225.75

Donations toward project cost

-$191.89

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.86

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$0.00

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