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Ms. Davis from Middletown, CT is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Safe Place

Help me give my students a comfortable place to unpack their luggage, because as a school therapist, I serve some of our school's most disadvantaged students fighting trauma, food insecurity and more.

  • $986 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

As a school therapist, I serve some of our school's most disadvantaged scholars. Many of them start their day carrying baggage from hardships at home, including food insecurity, trauma, and lack of community and are craving connection. These sensory toys and snacks are a simple yet effective tool used to break down the barrier when a student enters my office. It helps them feel comforted, safe and connected. The additional tools, art materials and whiteboards allow me to do creative activities with my students that have trouble finding their words. My daily mission is to give my students a place to lay down some of their burdens. Your donations will provide support today that will impact them for years to come.

Ms. Davis Middletown High School Grades 9-12

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Middletown, CT View local requests

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 Quantity Total
Dry Erase Board 12/pk 9.5 X 12 • Teachers' School Supply $46.38 1 $46.38
Calm Strips: Special CLASSROOM PACK of 30 Sensory Focus Tools (Fidget Toy - Social Emotional Learning) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $40.00 1 $40.00
Sharpie Permanent Markers, Ultra Fine Point, Black, Pack of 36 • School Specialty $39.97 1 $39.97
M&M's Lovers Snack Size Variety Milk Chocolate Pieces 30.05 oz. 55 (MMM56025/51793) • Staples $19.10 2 $38.20
Sharpie Fine Point Permanent Markers - Black, Pkg of 36 • Blick Art Materials $37.99 1 $37.99
1000pcs Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Stocking Stuffers, Birthday Gift Toys, Prize Box, Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers,Carnival Prizes • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Betty Crocker Fruit Gushers Flavored Snacks, Strawberry Splash/Tropical Flavors, 33.6 oz., 42 Pouches/Pack (14698) • Quill.com $34.99 1 $34.99
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Blue Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, Holiday & Christmas Gifts for Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $13.91 2 $27.82
Kar's Gluten Free Sweet N' Salty Snack Mix, 2 oz., 24 Bags/Pack (KAR08387) • Quill.com $26.99 1 $26.99
Kit Kat Snack Size Crisp wWafers Milk Chocolate Candy Bar 20.1 oz. (HEC07668) • Staples $13.35 2 $26.70
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Lunch Snacks, On-the-Go Snacks, Snack Stacks, Variety Pack, 19.3oz Box (27 Cups)​​ • Amazon Business $12.98 2 $25.96
Kellogg's Cold Breakfast Cereal, Bulk Pantry Staples, Kid Snacks, Variety Pack (48 Boxes) • Amazon Business $25.58 1 $25.58
Frito-Lay & Mars Movie Night Snacks & Treats Variety Pack, (Pack of 30) • Amazon Business $25.29 1 $25.29
Anger Management Toys - The Calm Ball - Coping Skills Tool, Anxiety Toys for Adults and Kids, Stress Relief Toys for Adults, Teens and Kids, Therapy Toys, Anxiety Relief, Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
KLT Stress Balls Bulk Adults: 24Pack Fidget Toys Squishy Ball, Sensory Toy for Autism, Squeeze Ball Calming Toy, Anxiety Relief, Prize • Amazon Business $21.49 1 $21.49
Small Fish Sensory Stress Ball Set for Adults, 18 Pack Stress Relief Fidget Toy Bulk, Anti-Anxiety and Calm Down Squishy Sensory Items for Autistic Autism ADHD, Party Favors • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
3D Pin Art Toy, Pin Art Board Pin Art Toy for Kids, Sensory Toys for Age 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10+ Years Old Kids Boys Girls, Toddler Toys Birthday Gifts Baby Girl Boy Gifts Fidget Toys(Multicolor) • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
Uni Posca Paint Markers - Basic Colors, Set of 8, Medium Tip, 2.5 mm • Blick Art Materials $19.52 1 $19.52
Goldfish Cheddar Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, 1 oz On-the-Go Snack Packs, 20 Count Box • Amazon Business $9.76 2 $19.52
EXPO LOW ODOR 6 MARKER ORGANIZERS • Teachers' School Supply $19.17 1 $19.17
Cheez-It Cheese Crackers, Baked Snack Crackers, Lunch Snacks, Original (40 Packs) • Amazon Business $18.12 1 $18.12
Fidget Toys Set, 80 Pack Sensory Toys Party Favors Kids Autism Autistic Children, Classroom Treasure Box Chest Prizes Pinata Stuffer Gifts Small Mini Bulk Toy Carnival ADHD • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
Black Forest Juicy Burst Berry Mix Fruit Snacks, 32 oz., 40 Packs/Box (FER02067) • Quill.com $16.59 1 $16.59
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 10-Pack Case of Colors, Non-Toxic, Assorted, 2 oz. Cans, Multicolor, Ages 2 and Up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
SZQINJI Strong Magnetic Spice Rack Organizer 2 Pack, Magnet Shelf for Refrigerator Space Saving Kitchen Organization, Classroom Storage, Metal Fridge Shelves for Holding Spices, Jars, Bottle, Black • Amazon Business $14.79 1 $14.79
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks 0.9 oz. 40 Packs/Box (PIM94068) • Staples $12.89 1 $12.89
Mental Health Tapestry Small Feelings Chart Therapy Office Decor Social Emotional Learning Wall Art Kids Behavior Chart for School Classroom Counseling Office, 20 x 13 Inches (Feelings Wheel) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Nabisco Team Favorites Variety Pack, OREO Mini, CHIPS AHOY! Mini, Teddy Grahams Honey & Barnum's Animal Crackers, 30 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches Letter Size 3 Mil 100/Pack (TP3854-100) • Staples $10.72 1 $10.72
Sharpie Permanent Marker, Fine Tip, Black, Dozen (30001) • Quill.com $10.61 1 $10.61
Sharpie Flip Chart Markers, Bullet Tip, Assorted Colors, Pack of 8 • School Specialty $9.97 1 $9.97
Sharpie Chisel Tip Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 8 • Blick Art Materials $9.10 1 $9.10
Mental Health Tapestry Small Feelings Chart Therapy Office Decor Social Emotional Learning Wall Art Kids Behavior Chart for School Classroom Counseling Office, 20 x 13 Inches (Boundaries) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Mental Health Tapestry Small Feelings Chart Therapy Office Decor Social Emotional Learning Wall Art Kids Behavior Chart for School Classroom Counseling Office, 20 x 13 Inches (Note to Self) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.14 3 $6.42
Sharpie Ultra-Fine Point Marker - Black, Pack of 5 • Blick Art Materials $5.38 1 $5.38

Materials cost

$778.93

Vendor shipping charges

 $17.20

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$837.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$147.85

Total project goal

$985.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $985.66

1 Donor

-$985.66

Donations toward project cost

-$837.81

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$147.85

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