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Ms. Henry from Oakland, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory Sanctuary: A Calming Space for Special Education Students

Help me give my students options to sensory supports to help support overall regulation!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Henry's classroom raised $882

This project is fully funded

My Project

Support the students!

Theour high school moderate to severe special day classes students have unique sensory, emotional, and learning needs.

A dedicated sensory room will provide them with a safe, calming space to regulate their emotions, reduce stress, and refocus, providing essential tools for meaningful learning and daily success.

We hope to fill this space with sensory-friendly materials like soft lighting, tactile items, and calming seating to support their individual needs.

With your help, we can create a sanctuary where students can find sensory regulation to help support academic learning.

Ms. Henry Oakland High School Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Oakland, CA View local requests

Nearly all 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
STEMBee 10-Pack Numbered Liquid Sensory Tiles, 12" x 12" Activity Play Mats for Toddlers Kids Boys Girls, Colorful Sensory Water Mat, Floor Activity Mat, Childhood Educational Toddler Learning Toys • Amazon Business $149.99 1 $149.99
Sofa Sack Bean Bag Chair - Plush, Ultra Soft - Memory Foam Bean Bag Chair with Microsuede Cover - Stuffed Foam Filled Furniture and Accessories for Dorm Room 3 Feet - Aqua Marine • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
Abilitations Weighted Blanket, 41 x 60 Inches, 10 Pounds, Blue - Cotton/Glass • School Specialty $77.02 1 $77.02
Yiuhhad Autism Kids Swivel Chair,Spin Sensory Chair,Kids Spinning Chair,Sit Spin Training Body Coordination,Metal Base Non-Slip Small Desk Chair (Blue) • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
IRIS USA Plastic 3-Drawer Storage Organizer Rolling Cart, with Wheels Casters, 2-Pack, for Classroom Art Supplies Dresser Closet Bathroom Dorm Bedroom Laundry Room, Slim Narrow, White/Clear • Amazon Business $58.49 1 $58.49
ROCEEI Pack of 4 Fluorescent Light Covers for Ceiling Lights, 4 x 2 ft, Magnetic Light Covers for Classroom Office Home School(Forest) • Amazon Business $22.99 2 $45.98
Weighted Stuffed Animal for Anxiety | Calming & Comforting 5 Lbs | Weighted Plush Animal Sloth | Anxiety Stuffed Animals for Adults & Kids | Carrying Bag Included | Machine Washable Weighted Plushie • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
Yes4All Versatile Wooden Wobble Balance Board, Balance Trainer for Mobility Training, Standing Desk, Core Training, Exercise Balance Stability Trainer • Amazon Business $28.27 1 $28.27
hand2mind Sensory Fidget Tubes, Calming Toys for Kids, Occupational Therapy Toys, Play Therapy, Stress Relief Toy, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Calm Down Corner Supplies (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
MelonArt Kids Noise Cancelling Headphones Kid Ear Protection for Autism Sensory Shooting • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
INPANY Peanut Ball - Anti Burst Exercise Ball for Labor Birthing, Physical Therapy for Kids, Core Strength, Flexible Seating, Home & Gym Fintness, Sensory Chair Wiggle Seat for Girls and Boys • Amazon Business $21.95 1 $21.95
3D Pin Art Board Toy, Colourful Plasic Board Large Size(6 x 8 inches), Classic Pin Impression Art Sensory Toys Sculpture for Children Adults • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
4Pack Emotion Slow Rising Stress Balls - Dough Squishy Balls for Anxiety Stress Relaxation - Stretchy Fidget Ball Sensory Toys - Classroom Prize Box Squeeze Toys for Kids • Amazon Business $12.34 1 $12.34

Materials cost

$642.94

Vendor shipping charges

 $7.70

Sales tax

 $58.83

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$749.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$132.20

Total project goal

$881.31

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $881.31

3 Donors

-$631.31

Donations toward project cost

-$536.61

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$94.70

match offer

-$250.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$212.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.50

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