Sensory Sanctuary: Creating a Calming Space for Student Success
Help me give my students a calm, safe, and therapeutic environment where students can regroup, self-regulate, and refocus.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Black's classroom raised $700
This project is fully funded
My Project
Creating a sensory room at our school would provide a calm, safe, and therapeutic environment where students can regroup, self-regulate, and refocus. Our school serves a low-income community, and many of our students face daily challenges that can lead to sensory overload, affecting their ability to focus and learn effectively. For these students, a sensory room would be a critical resource in managing the stresses and demands of the school day.
A sensory room is designed with specialized equipment and materials that engage students’ senses in a controlled way.
Items like soft lighting, tactile toys, noise-canceling headphones, and even bubble tubes can help students regulate their sensory needs, giving them a moment of calm to recenter and return to class ready to learn. For students with sensory processing disorders, ADHD, autism, or emotional and behavioral challenges, access to a sensory room can significantly improve both academic and social outcomes.
Our school, however, has limited resources. Basic school supplies are a continual need, and specialized items for a sensory room, such as textured walls, calming music devices, and weighted blankets, are out of reach. With your help, we can transform an ordinary room into a space filled with sensory tools that foster a sense of security and support for these students.
A sensory room can be the difference between a student feeling overwhelmed and disengaged and feeling calm and ready to participate. Your donation, no matter the amount, would make an immediate and lasting impact on the lives of our students, helping to create a learning environment that supports every child's unique needs. Please consider contributing to our project and helping us make a real difference in our students’ lives. Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our school community.
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
Cheer Collection Crash Pad - Crash Pads for Kids Sensory with Washable Cover - Sensory Room Must Haves - Crash Mat
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$149.99
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$149.99
7x10 Kids Rug Play Mat Carpet Educational and Fun Playmat with ABC Alphabet Animals Shapes Colors Large Area Rug Learning Rugs for Bedroom Playroom Baby Toddler Children Play Game Activity
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4FT LED Bubble Tube Floor Lamp Extra Large Aquarium Lamp with 10 Fish and Remote Control 20 Light Changes Tall Water Tower Tank Night Light for Bedroom Office Gift for Kids Men Women
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$89.00
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Adnee 10pcs Massage Game Mat- Anti-Slip Sensory Mat -Massage Puzzle Floor Mats Carpet for Kids and Adult
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$58.99
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JaGely 8 Pieces Kids Ear Protection Earmuffs Noise Canceling Earmuffs Kids Hearing Protection Ear Muffs Noise Reduction Sound Proof Earmuffs for Children Toddler
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$54.99
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$54.99
makarci Stepping Stones for Kids, 5pcs Non-Slip Plastic Balance stones, Promoting Children's Coordination Skills Sensory Play Equipment, toddler toys for Age 3 4 5 6 7 8 Years
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$38.99
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Sensory Mini Mats for Kids, Assorted Textured Play Mat, Sensory Tiles, Educational Tactile Sensory Toys for Activity, Sensory Wall Panel, Sensory Room Equipment, Sensory Disorder Toys for Tactile Play
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$16.99
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Materials cost
$514.94
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$41.97
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.72
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$594.63
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$104.93
Total project goal
$699.56
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$699.56
1 Donor
-$699.56
Donations toward project cost
-$594.63
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Black and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
