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Mrs. DeJesus from Meriden, CT is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Learning With Our Senses

Help me give my students the tools they need to be successful learners!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. DeJesus's classroom raised $968

This project is fully funded

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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 Project

My students are truly special due to their unique learning styles and determination to put in the effort required to succeed academically. Each student brings a distinct perspective to the classroom, enriching our learning environment.

How Resources Will Enhance Learning

The resources I aim to implement will significantly enhance my students' learning experiences in several ways:

They will create connections to real-life concepts, making learning more relevant and applicable.

Sensory tools, toys, and chairs will help students regulate their emotions, fostering a more conducive learning atmosphere.

Introducing new materials will boost engagement, encouraging students to explore and participate actively in their education.

Goals for the Project

The primary goals for this project include:

Supporting my students in achieving success.

Fostering excitement about learning among my students.

Strengthening relationships through the incorporation of preferred items that resonate with their interests.

I am committed to nurturing an environment where all students can thrive by utilizing these resources.

Mrs. DeJesus Hanover 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.

Meriden, CT 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

29 students impacted 7donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Toddler Manipulative Library 2 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $229.00 1 $229.00
FERUERW Kids Sensory Swivel Chair, Autism Spinning Chair for Kids Sensory, Sensory Toy Chair, Training Body Coordination, No Assembly Required (Light Green) • Amazon Business $79.59 1 $79.59
FERUERW Kids Sensory Swivel Chair, Autism Spinning Chair for Kids Sensory, Sensory Toy Chair, Training Body Coordination, No Assembly Required (Blue) • Amazon Business $79.59 1 $79.59
LuMAGIC 7-pk Tap Tap Sensory Lights - Touch & Remote Controlled Multicolored Magnetic Hexagon Lights, Interactive & Calming for Sensory Rooms and Kids’ Bedrooms • Amazon Business $62.99 1 $62.99
Gaiam Kids Balance Ball Chair - Classic Children's Stability Ball Chair, Alternative School Classroom Flexible Desk Seating for Active Students with Satisfaction Guarantee, Blue/Green • Amazon Business $59.80 1 $59.80
Lakeshore Giant Alphabet Beads • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lewtemi 4 Pcs Flexible Seating Yoga Ball Chair for Classroom 16.8 Inch Inflatable Donut Ball Chair with Inflator for Kids Student Sensory Balance Autistic Children and Office Exercise • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Learning Resources Grow It! Garden Set • Kaplan Early Learning Company $31.46 1 $31.46
bintiva Peanut Ball for Kids Therapy - Sensory Room Equipment - Peanut Ball Pregnancy - Wiggle Seat Peanut Ball for Physical Therapy, Yoga, Exercise • Amazon Business $26.49 1 $26.49
Squishy Sensory Toys for Kids - Fidget Toy Sensory Tube Filled with Colorful Goo, Glitter, Calming Tool for Autism, ADHD - Easter Basket Stuffer, Classroom Prizes, Goodie Bag Stuffers (Rainbow) • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
Learning Resources Stacking Alphabet Letter Blocks • Kaplan Early Learning Company $24.26 1 $24.26
hand2mind Express Your Feelings Sensory Bottles- Primary Emotions, Toddler Sensory Toys, Quiet Fidget Toys, Play Therapy Toys, Calm Down Corner Supplies, Calming Corner, Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $18.07 1 $18.07
Learning Resources Jumbo Magnetic Letters - Lowercase • Kaplan Early Learning Company $17.06 1 $17.06
Morning Meetings for Special Education Classrooms: 101 Fun Ideas, Creative Activities and Adaptable Techniques (Books for Teachers) • Amazon Business $14.83 1 $14.83
Cupcake Toy Toddler Toy Learning Colors and Shape-Shape Sorting Toys for Toddlers-Geometry Manipulatives Toddler Sensory Toys for Toddlers 1-3 - Toddler Montessori Toys for 18 month old girls boys • Amazon Business $10.49 1 $10.49
Social-Emotional Learning for Autistic Kids: Fun Activities to Manage Big Feelings and Make Friends (For Ages 5-10) • Amazon Business $8.02 1 $8.02

Materials cost

$767.61

Vendor shipping charges

 $13.45

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.51

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$822.57

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$145.16

Total project goal

$967.73

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $967.73

6 Donors

-$483.86

Donations toward project cost

-$411.28

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$72.58

match offer

-$483.87

Match offer toward project cost

-$411.29

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$72.58

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