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Ms. Martinez from Santa Cruz, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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School Therapy Needs Materials!

Help me give my students sensory therapy materials and a warm therapy space.

  • $474 goal

This project expired on December 14, 2025.

This project expired on December 14, 2025.

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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

Hi there! I'm a school social worker, and I love working with students through one-on-one and group counseling. I enjoy helping students develop their social skills and find ways to cope with trauma. I'm reaching out to ask for some materials, like books, clay, and sensory toys, to help enrich our curriculum. A few items are also to make the office a warmer, more inviting space for students, especially since my office is small with dim lighting and no windows. Additionally, I'd appreciate cleaning wipes and disinfecting spray to keep our sensory toys fresh and safe for everyone. Thanks so much for your support!

Ms. Martinez Gault Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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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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

Never Before Funded 45 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Clorox Value Pack Disinfecting Wipes 35 Wipes/Container 3/Pack 15/Carton (30112) • Staples $47.69 1 $47.69
Phomemo Label Makers D30 with 3 Adhesive Label Thermal Paper Bluetooth Label Maker Thermal Label Printer Paper, Easy to Use,for Home Office School Organization,Rechargable- White • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Sensory Cloud Clay 8.8oz Tub, Neon Purple, Social Emotional Learning and Calm Down Tool • Amazon Business $34.81 1 $34.81
My Body Sends a Signal: Helping Kids Recognize Emotions & Express Feelings - Resilient Kids (social emotional learning paperback; calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 2 $32.00
Brightown Cluster Curtain Lights Outdoor, 10FT 480 LED Curtain Fairy Lights with 12 Mode,Hanging String Lights with Timer, Waterproof Firecracker Christmas Lights Outdoor for Bedroom, White • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
JC nateva 2pcs 16" Fake Plants Artificial Plants Tropical Faux Plants Indoor for Bathroom Kitchen Office Home Sage Green Decor • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
COLORLIFE Cool Jellyfish lamp Sensory Synthetic Realistic Jelly Fish Tank Aquarium Mood Lamp for Home Office Decor Gifts for Kids Women Men Birthday Christmas Holiday Presents • Amazon Business $22.79 1 $22.79
A Kids Book About Empathy - social emotional learning collection (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
Kleenex Boutique Standard Facial Tissues, 2-Ply, 90 Sheets/Box, 6/Pack (21271) • Quill.com $17.99 1 $17.99
HEYFUNi LED Star String Lights, 100 LED 33 FT Outdoor Christmas Fairy Lights, 8 Modes for Holiday New Year Wedding Party, Xmas Tree, Garden Decor(White) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
I Feel... Something: Listening to Your Body for Kids (Social Skills for Kids, Interoception for Kids, Social Emotional Learning) • Amazon Business $13.94 1 $13.94
Lysol Disinfectant Spray, Sanitizing and Antibacterial Spray, For Disinfecting and Deodorizing, Early Morning Breeze, 1 Count, 19 fl oz each • Amazon Business $6.95 2 $13.90
Making Good Choices Match-Ups • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 1 $12.99
It's Okay To Not Be Okay: A Rhyming Read Aloud Story for Children About Feelings of Sadness and Loneliness (Social Emotional Learning Toolbox - Therapists, Educators, and Parents) • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91

Materials cost

$336.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $30.83

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.05

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$402.86

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$71.09

Total project goal

$473.95

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