Help me give my students these weighted stuffed animals and sensory tools to help them, regulate their emotion and ease their anxiety.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Pero's classroom raised $559
This project is fully funded
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
Your generous commitment to supporting our project, "My Safe Space," serves as a beacon of hope and promise for the preschool community, propelling us toward a shared vision of fostering self-regulation and alleviating anxiety through the integration of sensory tools.
The significance of your contribution cannot be overstated, as it will enable us to provide essential resources that are instrumental in creating a secure and comforting environment for preschool students.
The carefully curated items encompass sensory sand tools, sensory bottles, weighted stuffed animals, and fidgets, each chosen with a profound understanding of their potential to enhance the cognitive and emotional development of the children under our care.
"My Safe Space" is rooted in the belief that early childhood experiences form the cornerstone of future development. By harnessing the therapeutic power of sensory tools, we aspire to not only mitigate anxiety but also to instill vital self-regulation skills, thus equipping these young learners with the tools necessary for navigating the complexities of their emotions.
Your faith in our vision and your unwavering commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of these preschool students exemplify the transformative potential that philanthropy holds. With your support, we are poised to make a lasting impact on the preschool community, creating a foundation for success that extends far beyond the classroom.
Once again, thank you for your benevolence and support. It is an honor to have you as a valued partner in this endeavor, and we eagerly anticipate the collective strides we will make towards establishing safe and enriching spaces for our preschool.
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
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Materials cost
$393.32
Vendor shipping charges
$9.23
Sales tax
$35.99
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.90
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$474.44
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$83.72
Total project goal
$558.16
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$558.16
1 Donor
-$558.16
Donations toward project cost
-$474.44
Donations 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 Ms. Pero and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
