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Mrs. Montijo from Bradenton, FL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory & Social Skills Support for Title 1 Students

Help me give my students sensory and social skills materials to help build emotional strength, communication skills, and self-regulation strategies they need in life to succeed.

  • $380 goal

This project expired on August 18, 2025.

This project expired on August 18, 2025.

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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

In our Title 1 school, many of our students face daily challenges that go far beyond the classroom - from economic hardship to emotional stress. These children come to school carrying so much weight on their shoulders, and before they can focus on academics, they need to feel safe, regulated, and supported. That's why I'm asking for your help to bring sensory tools and social-emotional learning materials into our classrooms.

Many of our students experience trauma, anxiety, or sensory processing challenges.

They need more than just paper and pencils - they need tools to help them feel in control of their bodies, understand their emotions, and relate to others in healthy, positive ways. Visuals, fidgets, a yoga ball, floor mats, and social skills games will create an environment that won't just help during a tough moment - they'll teach lifelong skills like patience, empathy, problem-solving skills, and emotional resilience. For children who don't have these supports at home, your donation can truly change their school experience.

Mrs. Montijo Manatee Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Bradenton, FL 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

500 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Interlocking Floor Mats - 8-Piece Nontoxic Exercise Mat or Play Mat for Toddlers, Babies or Kids - Foam Padding for Home Gym by Stalwart (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $60.09 2 $120.18
edusense Sensory Liquid Floor Tiles for Kids, Decorative Tiles for Autism, Early Learning Toys, Activity Play Mats with Anti-Slip Backing, Multi-Color Set of 4 Pack 12" x 12" • Amazon Business $65.99 1 $65.99
Flexible Seating for Classroom Elementary & Middle School, Wobble Stools for Classroom Seating, Kids Sensory Chair for Autistic Children, ADHD Chairs for Kids, Kids Yoga Ball Chair with Fidget Band • Amazon Business $22.19 1 $22.19
Key Education Social Skills Boxed Game Set, 15 Board Games With Social Emotional Learning Activities, File Folder Social Skills Learning Games for Autism, Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Behavior Keyring Lanyard -ABA Therapy Materials -Premium Plastic Material -Special Education Classroom Supplies -Autism Learning Materials (English) • Amazon Business $19.29 1 $19.29
IMPRESA The Original 3 Pack Monkey Stringy Balls - Squeeze and Fidget Toys for Kids and Adults with ADHD and Autism - BPA/Phthalate/Latex-Free (3 Color Designs) • Amazon Business $12.86 1 $12.86
Learning Resources Feelings & Emotions Puzzle Cards, Social Skills, Autism Learning Materials, Speech Therapy Materials, Social Emotional Learning Toys and Games for Kids, 48 Pieces, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Big Mo's Toys Liquid Motion Spiral Timer Toy for Sensory Play - Relaxing Bubble Motion Autism ADHD Fidget Toy for Calming, Sensory Visual Relaxation Desk Toy, ONE Piece (Assorted) • Amazon Business $7.95 1 $7.95
Stress Balls Set, Squishy Stress Ball, 4 Pack Squeeze Ball for Adults, Autism Hyperactivity , Stress Relieve, Increase Entertainment • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59

Materials cost

$288.03

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.32

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$322.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$56.89

Total project goal

$379.24

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