Rebuilding Hope: Restocking a Special Needs Classroom After the Fire
Help me give my students these essential items to replace materials lost in a fire. This will help provide stability for a K/1 Autism Cluster class at a Title I school, supporting structured, sensory, and developmental learning needs.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Davis's classroom raised $1,745
This project is fully funded
My Project
In November of the previous school year, a devastating fire destroyed the materials in our Autism Cluster classroom, displacing both staff and students. Many of the lost items had been carefully selected to support the structure, routine, and sensory needs of my Kindergarten and First Grade students, all of whom are on the autism spectrum. The disruption was especially difficult, as students were moved through multiple temporary classrooms, making it challenging to maintain consistency and comfort. As we prepare to return to our permanent classroom this fall—now furnished with new furniture—replacing these materials is critical to restoring a stable and supportive learning environment.
The items in this project are essential tools designed to meet the developmental and educational needs of young children with autism.
These include sensory tools and fidgets, visual aids and communication supports such as PECS materials, and manipulatives for math and literacy instruction, as well as being able to create materials for these supports (printer). In addition, resources that promote fine motor skills, emotional regulation, and calming strategies are included, as well as classroom storage solutions and age-appropriate books and games. Each item plays a vital role in helping students engage, learn, and thrive in a structured and sensory-aware classroom environment.
Unfortunately, due to budget constraints, our district is unable to replace these lost resources. As a Title I school, many of our families already face financial hardship, making outside support even more critical. These materials will not only help rebuild what was lost, but also empower students with the tools they need to succeed academically and socially. Your support will make a lasting difference in restoring both stability and opportunity to our classroom.
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
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Upcortinassi Inherent Fire Retardant Curtain Flame Resistant Window Curtains for a Classroom Black 52 x 108 1 Panel
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NICETOWN Short Curtains, Black Out RV Bunk Panels for Kitchen - Energy Smart Decoration Thermal Insulating Blackout Drapes/Draperies for Small Window (2 Panels, 34 inches Wide by 36 inches Long)
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AeroGarden Harvest Elite Indoor Garden Hydroponic System with LED Grow Light and Seed Kit, Holds up to 6 Pods, Stainless Steel
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NEW SET! The Jitters Series 6 Books Collection
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Teacher Created Resources® Better Than Paper® Mounting Tape White 1" x 19.6'
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$40.47
Jay Franco Disney Toy Story 4 Gang Weighted Blanket - Measures 36 x 48, Kids Bedding Features Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Bullseye, & Rex - Fade Resistant Super Soft Velboa - (Official Disney Product)
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Jumbo Magnetic Handwriting Paper - Large Magnetic Lined Paper for Whiteboard, Primary Dry Erase Notebook Poster, Giant Early Writing Page, Classroom Resources for Teachers Simply Magic - 23" x 18"
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LEGO DUPLO Disney Mickey & Minnie Mouse Birthday Train - Building Toys for Toddlers with Number Bricks, Cake and Balloons, Early Learning and Motor Skill Toy, Great Gift for Girls, Boys Ages 2+, 10941
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Melissa & Doug See & Spell Wooden Educational Language Learning Toy With Letters, Puzzle Boards Preschool Learning Activities, See & Spell Toys For Kids Ages 4+
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120 DB Loud Door and Window Open Alarm Sensor 3 Pack for Kids, Dementia Patients Safety, Burglar Anti-Theft Wireless Security Alarms Keep Your Home, Pool, Cabinet, Business Safe
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7x5ft Dreamy Castle Photography Backdrop for Kids Fairy Tale Princess and Prince Entertainment or Birthday Party Photo Backgrounds BV043
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Teacher Created Resources Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll, White Shiplap - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult - Lightweight
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White Shiplap Better Than Paper® Bulletin Board Roll
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Melissa & Doug Pattern Blocks and Boards - Wooden Classic Toy With 120 Solid Wood Shapes and 5 Double-Sided Panels, Multi-colored - STEAM Animals, Tangrams Puzzle For Kids Ages 3+
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PACETAP 161 Pcs Seed Pod Kit for AeroGarden, Plant Seed Starter Sponges Kit for Hydroponic Indoor Garden System, Growing Pods Kit Include 30 Grow Sponges,30 Grow Baskets,30 Grow Domes,30 Pod Labels
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Melissa & Doug Beginner Wooden Pattern Blocks Educational Toy, 5 Double-Sided Scenes and 30 Shapes, 10.65” H x 10.65” W x 2.3” L (Beginning Skills and Activities)
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Mecodeco 100% Blackout Door Curtains for Door Window, Room Darkening Solid Color Door Window Covering for Glass Door, Full Blackout Drapes for French Door (10W x 42L Inch Black 1 Panel)
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Lyko Basil Seed Pod Kit for AeroGarden, iDoo, Ahopegarden, GARDENCUBE, 7 Pods with Genovese Basil, Mint, Marigold, Borage, Dandelion, Liquorice, Hydroponics Growing System Kits for Indoor Garden
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Melissa & Doug Beginner Wooden Pattern Blocks Educational Toy With 5 Double-Sided Scenes and 30 Shapes
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Melissa & Doug Self-Correcting Wooden Number Puzzles With Storage Box (40 pcs)
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Melissa & Doug Self-Correcting Alphabet Wooden Puzzles With Storage Box (52 pcs)
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KINDergarten: Where Kindness Matters Every Day (A KINDergarten Book)
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How the Crayons Saved Christmas (3)
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Walt Disney Quote Wall Art – Keep Moving Forward to Success! Mickey Mouse Art Print, Inspirational Wall Decor for Home, Office & Classroom – 8x10" Unframed Wall Art Poster Print
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The Day the Crayons Came Home
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Turkey's Valentine Surprise (Turkey Trouble)
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$10.91
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How the Crayons Saved the Rainbow (1)
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A Letter From Your Teacher: On the Last Day of School (The Classroom Community Collection)
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Our Class is a Family (The Classroom Community Collection)
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A Letter From Your Teacher: On the First Day of School (The Classroom Community Collection)
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Eureka Mickey Mouse? Paper Cut Outs, Pack of 36 (EU-841008)
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Turkey's Sandtastic Beach Day (Turkey Trouble)
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Turkey's Eggcellent Easter (Turkey Trouble)
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Turkey Trick or Treat (Turkey Trouble)
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Turkey Goes to School (Turkey Trouble)
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Turkey Trouble
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It Was All Started By a Mouse - 11x14 Unframed Print, Walt Disney Statue in Front of Cinderella's Castle - Amusement Park Kids Room Playroom Decor, Disney Theme Park Colorful Art Picture
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Chew Necklace for Boys by GNAWRISHING - 8-Pack (Building Block)- for Autistic, ADHD, SPD, Oral Motor Children, Boys (Tough, Long-Lasting)
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Chew Necklace by GNAWRISHING - 8-Pack (Building Block)- for Autistic, ADHD, SPD, Oral Motor Children, Kids (Tough, Long-Lasting)
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The Crayons Go Back to School
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Chrysanthemum: A First Day of School Book for Kids
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The Crayons' Book of Feelings
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Materials cost
$1,429.90
Vendor shipping charges
$1.90
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$21.45
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,483.25
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$261.75
Total project goal
$1,745.00
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$1,745.00
3 Donors
-$789.00
Donations toward project cost
-$742.05
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$46.95
Matching donations from our partners
-$872.00
Match offers toward project cost
-$741.20
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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