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Mrs. Max from Briarwood, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory Gym Fun!

Help me give my students the chance to regulate and gain sensory input.

  • $840 goal

This project expired on September 19, 2025.

This project expired on September 19, 2025.

My Project

I believe deeply in the potential of each of my students, regardless of the challenges they may face. Every child can thrive when given the right support and tools tailored to their needs. By providing strategies to help them maintain focus and regulate their emotions, I can create a learning environment that fosters both academic and personal growth. A sensory gym would be a valuable resource in this effort, offering students the sensory input they need to reset, refocus, and return to learning with renewed attention and emotional balance. This resource would empower their success.

Mrs. Max PS 117 J Keld/Briarwood School Grades PreK-2

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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.

Briarwood, NY View local requests

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

28 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Soothing Sensory Rocker • Lakeshore Learning Materials $399.00 1 $399.00
Foamma Crash Pad - Sensory Pad with Cover Foam Blocks for Kids and Adults, Ideal Gymnastics Equipment for Kids to Jump, Play or Relax, Navy • Amazon Business $119.77 1 $119.77
Childcraft Deluxe Foldable Rest Mat, Vinyl, 48 x 24 x 1 Inches, Red/Blue - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler - Durable • School Specialty $44.96 1 $44.96
Dreamegg D1 Sound Machine - White Noise Machine with Baby Night Light for Sleeping, High Fidelity Sounds, Timer & Memory Feature, Sound Machine for Baby Adults, Home, Office, Travel (Navy Blue) • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Sensory Tent | Calm Corner for Children to Play and Relax | Sensory Corner | Helps with Autism, SPD, Anxiety & Improve Focus | Black Out Sensory Tents for Autistic Children | Small • Amazon Business $33.95 1 $33.95
Night Lights for Kids,Star Night Light Projector for Kids Room,Glow in The Dark Stars,Christmas Xmax Birthday Gifts for Kids,Light Lamp Sensory,Kids Room Decor • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99

Materials cost

$649.66

Vendor shipping charges

 $24.45

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$713.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$125.97

Total project goal

$839.82

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