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This teacher needs your help!

Ms. Amy from Pembroke Pines, FL is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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My Students Need Reinforcement

Help me give my students fidget toys, headphones, a laminator, and crayons. These resources will greatly enhance their learning, focus, and creativity, giving them the support they need to succeed!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Amy's classroom raised $530

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

I am reaching out with a heartfelt request to support the amazing students in my 3rd and 4th grade ASD cluster. These students are incredibly unique and full of potential, but they often need specific resources to help them stay engaged and thrive in the classroom. As their teacher, I am constantly looking for ways to make their learning experience more meaningful, comfortable, and fun.

One of the things I love most about my students is their resilience.

Every day, they show up with determination and a desire to learn. However, as you can imagine, they often need a little extra help in staying focused and engaged. This is where the resources I’m requesting come into play.

Fidget Toys: These simple tools can make a world of difference in helping my students regulate their sensory needs. Fidget toys provide them with the tactile feedback they need to stay grounded, reduce anxiety, and maintain focus during lessons.

Laminator: Having a laminator in the classroom will allow me to create durable, interactive materials that my students can use repeatedly. It will help me design visual aids, schedules, and learning resources that are easy to clean, re-use, and modify as their needs evolve.

Headphones: Many of my students benefit from listening to instructions or educational content in a quiet and individualized setting. With the help of headphones, I can ensure that they are able to fully absorb the material without distractions from the classroom environment.

Crayons: Creative expression is essential for students with ASD. Crayons allow my students to explore their emotions, reinforce learning, and communicate through art.

Every donation you make directly impacts my students’ ability to succeed. These resources will not only support their learning but will also help them feel seen, supported, and capable of overcoming challenges.

Ms. Amy Chapel Trail Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Pembroke Pines, FL View local requests

More than a third 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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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
AILIHEN Kids Headphones Bulk 5-Pack for K-12 School Classroom, On-Ear Wired Headset with Microphone for Students Children with 93dB Volume Limited, 3.5mm Jack for Chromebooks Tablets Laptop Computer • Amazon Business $42.99 2 $85.98
Scotch Thermal Laminator with 20 Letter Size Pouches, Ideal for Teachers, Small Offices, or Home (TL1302XVP) • Amazon Business $58.94 1 $58.94
VELCRO Brand Mounting Squares, 7/8 Inch, White, Pack of 200 • School Specialty $27.97 2 $55.94
Meland Marble Run Sets for Kids - 153Pcs Marble Race Track Marble Maze Madness Game STEM Building Tower Toy for 4 5 6 + Year Old Boys Girls(113 Pcs + 30 Glass + 10 Led Lighted Marbles) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
KTRIO Laminating Sheets, Hold 8.5 x 11 inch Sheet 200 Pack, Laminate Pouches 5 Mil Clear Thermal Lamination Pouch 9 x 11.5 inch Laminated Paper for Laminator, Round Corner Letter Size, School & Office • Amazon Business $33.31 1 $33.31
LEGO Classic Large Creative Brick Box 10698 Building Toy Set, Toy Storage Solution for Home or Classrooms, Interactive Building Toy for Kids, Boys, and Girls • Amazon Business $33.12 1 $33.12
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.20 10 $22.00
RAINBOW TOYFROG Star Flex STEM Building Toys - 70 Connector Blocks for Kids with Tote - Kindergarten STEM & Preschool Table Top Toys - Open Ended Building Blocks for Boys and Girls 3 Years Old & Up • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Learning Resources STEM Explorers -Ages 5+, Magnet Movers, Critical Thinking Skills, STEM Certified Toys, Magnets Kids,Magnet Set,Back to School Supplies,39 Pieces • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Blue Summit Supplies Heavy Duty Packaging Tape, Clear Packing Tape Designed for Moving Boxes, Shipping, Office, and Storage, Commercial Grade 2.7mil Thickness, 60 Yards Length, 360 Total Yards • Amazon Business $12.86 1 $12.86
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Pixel Art Challenge, 402 Pieces, Ages 5+, STEM Toys for Kids, Coding Basics for Kids, STEM Activities for Classroom • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Tangle Jr. Fuzzies Fidget Toy, 2-1/4 x 1-3/4 x 2-1/4 Inches, Multicolor - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $9.97 1 $9.97
Coogam Wooden Blocks Puzzle Brain Teasers Toy Tangram Jigsaw Intelligence Colorful 3D Russian Blocks Game STEM Montessori Educational Gift for Kids (40 Pcs) • Amazon Business $8.98 1 $8.98

Materials cost

$407.06

Vendor shipping charges

$6.59

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$449.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$79.37

Total project goal

$529.13

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$529.13

7 Donors

-$483.54

Donations toward project cost

-$428.51

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$55.03

match offer

-$25.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$21.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$20.59

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$0.00

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