Learning Without Barriers: Essentials for Special Education
Help me give my students the comfortable round cushions they need in order succeed in a Special Education setting.
$1,063 goal
This project expired on September 9, 2025.
This project expired on September 9, 2025.
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
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
As a special education teacher working with IEP and co-taught students, having supplies is essential for supporting different learning needs and promoting the progress in these individuals’ academic lives. My SPED students often require individualized instruction as well as repetition of content that might not have been obtained the first time. Because of this, tools like dry erase boards, write-and-wipe pockets, and fidgets essential for engagement and differentiation. Additionally, having comfortable seating and sensory supports also help create a calm, focused environment for students with attention or sensory processing challenges.
Additionally, having snacks for students will allow for students to stay engaged in class and refrain them from being distracted or ashamed of their hunger.
I have had experiences where students come to school hungry because they do not have food at home and will go the whole day without eating. Providing them snacks as much as possible will not only allow them concentrate better, but will also create a safe, comfortable and secure environment for them.
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
96 students impacted
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15 Drawer Rolling Storage Cart, Mobile Utility Cart with Lockable Wheels, Drawers, Multipurpose Organizer Cart for Home, Office, School, Gradient Black
• Amazon Business
$89.99
1
$89.99
15 Inch Round Floor Cushions for Kids and Toddlers, Flexible Seating for Classroom Furniture 3.5 Inch Thick Floor Pillow for Home, Daycare, Preschool, Yoga and Meditation (Elegant,12 Pcs)
• Amazon Business
Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers, Pack of 45
• School Specialty
$49.12
1
$49.12
Snacks PK 50
• Grainger
$40.44
1
$40.44
Double Sided Dry Erase Boards, Ohuhu 30-Pack 9 x 12 Inch Whiteboards Set, Including 30 x Lap Board, 30 x Black Markers, 30 x White Boards Eraser for Students, Classroom, Back to School Supplies
• Amazon Business
$37.99
1
$37.99
Ultimate Variety Sampler Care Package - Gift Package, Snacks, Chips, Cookies, Bars, Candies, Nuts Gift Box, Great for HALLOWEEN, Christmas, Thanks Giving, Office Meetings ,Friends & Family, Military,College Students (50 Count)
• Amazon Business
$35.97
1
$35.97
Hunger Games 4-Book Paperback Box Set (the Hunger Games, Catching Fire, Mockingjay, the Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes)
• Amazon Business
$33.25
1
$33.25
Notebook Paper College Ruled, Loose Leaf Paper College Ruled Notebook Paper, Lined Filler Paper for 3 Ring Binders - 10.5” X 8", for Students, College, School Classroom - 100 Sheets/Pack (12 Pack)
• Amazon Business
$29.49
1
$29.49
School Smart Grip Seal Envelopes, 9 x 12 Inches, Kraft, Pack of 100, Brown
• School Specialty
$26.02
1
$26.02
Goosebumps Classic (Series 1) - 10 Books Set Collection R.L. Stine
• Amazon Business
$24.00
1
$24.00
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 3 x 3 in., 24 Pads, 70 Sheets/Pad, 2X the Sticking Power, Supernova Neons Collection
• Quill.com
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks Gummies 0.8 oz. 66/Box (PIM68868)
• Staples
$21.18
1
$21.18
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3
• School Specialty
$18.37
1
$18.37
80Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8, Kawaii Squishies Mochi Squishy Toy Bulk Fidget Sensory Toys Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls Goodie Bag Christmas Stocking Stuffers Treasure Box Classroom Prizes
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
Emotions Feelings Wheel Chart Poster Mental Health Tapestry Counselor Therapy Office Decor Cotton Linen Wall Hanging Scroll Poster Wall Art Home Decor Kids Behavior Chart Social Emotional Learning
• Amazon Business
$16.96
1
$16.96
White Board Cleaning Spray, Whiteboard/Dry Erase Board Liquid Cleaner, 22 Ounce, with White Board Cleaner Microfiber Cloth
• Amazon Business
Lakeshore Reusable Write & Wipe Pocket - Set of 10
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$12.99
1
$12.99
MaxGear Magnetic Pen Holder, 2 Pack Mesh Pencil Holder for Desk Storage Basket Organizer Marker Holder - Extra Strong Magnets Perfect for Locker Accessories, Refrigerator, Whiteboard, School Office
• Amazon Business
$11.75
1
$11.75
Elmer's School Washable Removable Glue Sticks 0.24 oz. White 30/Pack (E556)
• Staples
$10.99
1
$10.99
Crayola Take Note Dry Erase Markers (12ct) Whiteboard Markers for Teachers, Low Odor, Chisel Tip, School Classroom Supplies
• Amazon Business
$10.54
1
$10.54
Just Now I Feel Angry: A Kids Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Book about Anger and Frustration Feelings Awareness, Self-Management, Mindfulness and ... (Feeling Big Emotions Picture Books)
• Amazon Business
$10.39
1
$10.39
Brave New World
• Amazon Business
$10.34
1
$10.34
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pen, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Blue Ink, 60/Pack (GSM609BE)
• Quill.com
DSTELIN Binder Clips Paper Clamps Assorted Sizes 100 Count (Black), X Large, Large, Medium, Small, X Small and Micro, 6 Sizes in One Pack, Meet Your Different Using Needs.
• Amazon Business
$6.99
1
$6.99
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Pens, Medium Point, 1.0mm, Red Ink, Dozen (20118/GSM11RD)
• Quill.com
$3.19
2
$6.38
BIC Round Stic Xtra-Life Ballpoint Pen Medium Point 1.0mm Black Ink 60/Pack (GSM609-BLK)
• Staples
$6.34
1
$6.34
Amazon Basics No. 1 Paper Clips, Nonskid, 1000 Count (10 Pack of 100), Silver
• Amazon Business
$6.22
1
$6.22
Scotch Desktop Tape Dispenser, 1 Dispenser, Black, Home Office and Back to School Supplies for College and Classrooms
• Quill.com
$5.32
1
$5.32
Materials cost
$779.94
Vendor shipping charges
$10.00
Sales tax
$71.36
3rd party payment processing fee
$11.70
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$903.00
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$159.35
Total project goal
$1,062.35
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