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Dr. Nicole Shinall from Sarasota, FL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory Room

Help me give my students with Autism a sensory room to retreat to.

FULLY FUNDED! Dr. Nicole Shinall's classroom raised $1,025

This project is fully funded

My Project

We are trying to build a sensory room for students with Autism to be able to retreat to when they feel overwhelmed. Currently there is a Refocus Room for the students to be able to go to when they need to, but all that is in there is a few desks. The school needs some sensory items to help the students be able to regulate so they can continue their day and return to their classroom. These item could assist the students in being able to calm their bodies and get them back to a good place.

Dr. Nicole Shinall Fruitville Elementary 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.

Sarasota, FL 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

105 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Playlearn Acrylic Sensory Bubble Wall with Remote– 35” x 20” Wall Mounted Bubble Lamp – LED Lamp • Amazon Business $370.00 1 $370.00
5lb Weighted Stuffed Animals for Adults & Teens - Huggable Sensory Weighted Plushie for Stress Relief - Therapeutic Weighted Sleep Pal for Comfort & Relaxation • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Star Projector, Rossetta Galaxy Projector for Bedroom, Bluetooth Speaker and White Noise Aurora Projector, Night Light Projector for Kids Adults Gaming Room, Home Theater, Ceiling, Room Decor (Black) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
MEAVIA Sensory Octopus Plush Toy, Fidget Plush for Special Needs and Sensory Fun, FEELix Collection • Amazon Business $38.99 1 $38.99
Wekapo Inflatable Lounger Air Sofa Hammock-Portable,Water Proof& Anti-Air Leaking Design-Ideal Couch for Backyard Lakeside Beach Traveling Camping Picnics & Music Festivals (Black) • Amazon Business $38.95 1 $38.95
Sensory Wall Sequin Flip Fabric for Kids,2Yard Large Sequins Sensory Graffiti Fabric for Toddlers,Tactile Stimulation,Reversible Glitter Fabric (2 yd, Lake Blue + Silver) • Amazon Business $34.00 1 $34.00
Inbeby 16 Set Sensory Mini Mats Assorted Textured Sensory Floor Tiles - Sensory Walls, Sensory Mats Tactile Sensory Toys for Autistic Children Kids Baby Toddler with Sensory Issues Fidgeting Activity • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
Educational Learning Sensory Toys for Kids: Preschool Learning Activities Montessori Toys for Toddler 3 4 5 6 7 Years Old - Shapes Colors & ABC Learning, Water Beads Sensory Toys for Autistic Children • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Knot Pillow Ball Round Cushion Pillows, Children Room Decoration Plush Toys Calming Stress Relief Toy (Light Gray,8.5in/22cm) • Amazon Business $20.61 1 $20.61
Gaiam Kids Peanut Bounce Desk Chair - Exercise Yoga Balance Stability Sitting Ball - Sensory Toys for Autistic Children - Flexible Seating for School or Classroom, Wiggle Seat for Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $19.35 1 $19.35
50 Pcs Anxiety Sensory Strips Textured Sensory Strips Tactile Rough Sensory Calm Stickers Adhesive Textured Grip Tape Fidget Toy Pack Anti Stress Toys for Adults Teens Kids (Classic Style) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Special Supplies Sensory Brush Therapressure Therapy Brush for Occupational and Sensory Brushing, 6 Pack, Stimulating and Calming Tools for Kids and Adults, Soft Flexible Bristles, Latex Free • Amazon Business $11.95 1 $11.95
Gsmetog 3.4''x4''x2'' Hexagon Mirror Wall Sticker, 24 Pieces Acrylic Mirror Self Adhesive Mirror Tiles, Aesthetic Wall Decor for Bedroom Living Room(Silver) • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97

Materials cost

$705.77

Vendor shipping charges

 $124.09

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$870.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$153.61

Total project goal

$1,024.06

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,024.06

1 Donor

-$1,024.06

Donations toward project cost

-$870.45

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$153.61

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