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Mrs. Flores from Hialeah, FL is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory Room: Empowering Students with Autism to Thrive

Help me give my students storage cabinets/bins that will organize sensory toys, ensuring easy access and a clutter-free space. These toys enhance the room’s functionality, providing students with a better sensory experience tailored to their needs.

  • $2,112 goal

This project expired on May 30, 2025.

This project expired on May 30, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

Every child deserves a learning environment that meets their unique needs, and for children with autism, a sensory room is essential. These students process the world differently, often experiencing sensory overload or seeking sensory input to regulate their emotions. A well-equipped sensory room would provide a safe and calming space where they can self-regulate, reduce anxiety, and improve focus, ultimately helping them thrive academically and socially.

A sensory room must include specialized sensory toys and lighting to create an engaging yet soothing atmosphere.

Tools like a sensory bubble wall lamp offer visual relaxation, while glow-in-the-dark sticky balls provide tactile engagement and help with sensory-seeking behaviors. Magnetic building tiles encourage constructive play and problem-solving, while assorted textured sensory floor tiles allow students to explore different sensations with their feet, helping with sensory integration and balance. These elements work together to help students meet their sensory needs in a controlled environment.

Additionally, proper storage solutions such as cabinets and bins are crucial. Organization ensures that sensory tools are accessible when needed and kept in good condition. A well-maintained space allows staff to efficiently support each child’s unique sensory plan, ensuring they get exactly what they need when they need it. Lastly, the office chairs, picture lights, tablet stand, and desk organizer will enhance the teachers area to ensure they can properly plan and execute activities within the sensory rooms.

Our students are special, and they require extra attention and individualized care to succeed. A sensory room is not a luxury—it’s a necessity for their development. By investing in this space, we are showing our commitment to fostering a school environment that values inclusion, understanding, and support for all learners. Let’s give our children the tools they need to succeed—because every child deserves the chance to reach their full potential.

Mrs. Flores Palm Springs Middle School Grades 6-8

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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

85 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Playlearn Acrylic Sensory Bubble Wall – 35” x 20” Wall Mounted Bubble Lamp – LED Lamp • Amazon Business $349.00 2 $698.00
ECR4Kids 5-Compartment Mobile Storage Cabinet, 24in, Classroom Furniture, White Wash • Amazon Business $208.72 2 $417.44
Ergonomic Mesh Office Chair, High Back Executive Desk Chair with Adjustable Headrest and Lumbar Support, Flip-Up Arms, Rocking, Swivel Rolling Computer Mesh Chair for Home Office-Black • Amazon Business $114.99 2 $229.98
LUXSWAY Picture Lights Rechargeable,Painting Light for Picture with Aluminum Finish,Upgrade 12 Color Changing Art Lights with Timer for Display,Dart Board Lighting-Black • Amazon Business $34.88 6 $209.28
60 PCS Magnetic Building Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnetic Blocks Sensory Toys Kids Games Magnet Building Toys for Boys and Girls Aged 3+, Kids Brain Development Preschool Kindergarten Toddler Toys • Amazon Business $25.99 2 $51.98
AboveTEK Tablet Stand, Multi-Angle Adjustable iPad Stand Holder, 360° Swivel iPad Stand Aluminum Desk Mount Fits 4”-11"(Diagonal) iPad/Mini/Air/Pro for Business Kiosk Office – Black • Amazon Business $39.19 1 $39.19
SEVENDOME Fabric Cloth Storage Bins,Fabric Cube Bins Organizer with Dual Handles Foldable Cube Storage Baskets for Home Bedroom Storage,Set of 6,(Coffee) • Amazon Business $16.99 2 $33.98
OPNICE Desk Organizers and Accessories, Desk Accessories & Workspace Organizers for Office Supplies, File Organizer Desk Drawer Organizer with 2 Pen Holders, 4 Tier Paper Organizer for Desk(Black) • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Wettarn 16 Set Mini Sensory Mats Assorted Textured Sensory Floor Tiles Sensory Walls Pads Classroom Play Mats Sensory Toys for Autistic Children Room Calming Activity(Round) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
8Pcs Sticky Balls for Ceiling - Squishy Balls Sensory Balls Glow in The Dark Balls Squishy Stress Ball Glowing Ball Sticky Wall Balls Bulk Sticky Glow Balls Sticky Squishies Sticky Ball Toy • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$1,738.82

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$26.08

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,794.90

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$316.75

Total project goal

$2,111.65

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