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Ms. Tierney from West Haven, CT is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Self-Contained Science Super Stars

Help me give my students the ability to have flexible seating and sensory friendly items in my self-contained special education classroom.

  • $1,376 goal

This project expired on September 4, 2025.

This project expired on September 4, 2025.

My Project

I have been teaching middle school science in a self-contained classroom for years. My students work hard every day to complete tasks and activities that may come easy to their peers. I would love for them to be in an environment that helps suit all of their unique and individual needs. My students would love to have flexible seating to allow them to move, rock and bounce! Having a quiet corner to practice mindfulness and grounding techniques would be wonderful. My students have sensory needs that would be met by the items posted and I know they would flourish in school!

Ms. Tierney Harry M Bailey Middle School Grades 6-8

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than three‑quarters 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
Califone Deluxe Soft Floor Rocker and Gaming Chair, 28 x 17-1/2 x 33-7/8 Inches, Black, Gold - Leather - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $131.96 2 $263.92
Lakeshore Flex-Space Premium Wobble Chair - 18" - Gray • Lakeshore Learning Materials $109.99 2 $219.98
Bouncy Bands for School Desks • Kaplan Early Learning Company $17.06 10 $170.60
Flash Furniture Valencia Oval Comfort Series Take Ten Grey Papasan Lounge Chair • Amazon Business $90.92 1 $90.92
Gaiam Classic Balance Ball Chair – Exercise Stability Yoga Ball Premium Ergonomic Chair for Home and Office Desk with Air Pump, Exercise Guide and Satisfaction Guarantee • Amazon Business $69.98 1 $69.98
PURELL? Advanced Soothing 12 oz. Gel Hand Sanitizer, Fresh Scent, 12/Carton (3639-12CT) • Quill.com $68.39 1 $68.39
Yunsailing 18 Pack Classroom Headphones Bulk Student Wired Class Headphones Set for Kids School with Individually Wrapped Adjustable Over Ear Head Earbuds(Black) • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
9 Labeled Sensory Mats w/Lesson Plans, Sensory Toys for Kids with Autism, Sensory Wall & Autism Toys for Toddlers 3-4, Calming Corner Items Kids 5-7, 8-12, Special Education Classroom Must Haves • Amazon Business $47.97 1 $47.97
AmazonCommercial 2-Ply White Flat Box Facial Tissue (416968)|Bulk for Business|FSC Certified, Unscented, 3000 Count (30 Packs of 100)(8 x 8 Sheet), White • Amazon Business $21.49 1 $21.49
BEAWART Boho 12 Calming Corner Classroom Posters (10x14) - Feelings Wheel & Emotions Chart for Kids, Calm Down Corner Supplies for Therapy Office Decor, Mental Health Wall Art for Preschool Teachers • Amazon Business $15.50 1 $15.50
Large Hook Hanging Storage Bags 10 x 12.5-inch, Headphone Storage Classroom - Reusable, Waterproof & Dustproof - Ideal for Classroom, Library, and Pharmacy Use • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$1,033.73

Vendor shipping charges

 $90.17

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$15.51

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,169.41

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$206.37

Total project goal

$1,375.78

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