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Ms. Conforto from Scottsdale AZ is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Sensory Space for Students With Exceptional Needs

Help me give my students sensory items, such as a therapy swing and balance ball chairs, to help them have a positive experience.

  • $880 goal

This project expired on December 31, 2019.

This project expired on December 31, 2019.

My Students

The students at Archway Classical Academy Scottsdale are committed to cultivating their hearts and minds through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. Our well-rounded scholars expand their understanding of a virtuous life and love of knowledge each day on our campus.

Students in Exceptional Student Services (ESS) have identified disabilities and receive Special Education and related services through Individualized Education Plan's (IEPs).

At Archway Scottsdale, our ESS Team develops IEPs that ensure our students progress in and have access to the general education curriculum.

My Project

Since the 1970s, sensory rooms have been used as a therapy tool to help people with emotional, social, and physical needs. Today, schools across the world are implementing designated sensory areas for student support.

The purpose of the Sensory Space at Archway Scottsdale is to create a safe, comfortable space for students in all grades (K-5) to take necessary brain breaks, engage in movement activities, and regulate their nervous systems and emotional responses.

This space will also be designed to address individual student sensory needs in order to help them learn and function at their highest ability. The intentional use of sensory equipment and specialized lighting is proven to increase focus and concentration, promote cognitive development, and decrease emotional stress. Depending on the need of the student, the space will stimulate, educate, relax, calm, and energize.

After having a positive experience in the Sensory Space, students will return to their classrooms ready to engage in learning.

Ms. Conforto
Never Before Funded Grades PreK-2

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Gaiam Kids Balance Ball Chair - Classic Children's Stability Ball Chair, Alternative School Classroom Flexible Desk Seating for Active Students with Satisfaction Guarantee, Green • Amazon Business $69.98 4 $279.92
DreamGYM Doorway Sensory Swing - 95 Cotton - Support Bar Included - Therapy Swing for Kids and Adults - Blue • Amazon Business $127.97 1 $127.97
Big Joe 30657 Lenox Shredded Foam Bean Bag, Kid's, Cobalt • Amazon Business $77.55 1 $77.55
Fangio Lighting 1063 Metal Floor Lamp in Brushed Steel • Amazon Business $70.88 1 $70.88
Mpow 068 Kids Ear Protection, NRR 25dB Noise Reduction Ear Muffs, Toddler Ear Protection, Protective Earmuffs for Shooting Range Hunting Season, for Toddlers Kids Children Teens-Blue • Amazon Business $9.98 3 $29.94
SANHO Yopo Dynamic Movement Sensory Sock, Large,9-12 Years Old, 56''LX28''W Blue • Amazon Business $28.98 1 $28.98
SANHO Dynamic Movement Sensory Sox - Updated Version, Medium, 6-9 Years Old, 47''LX27''W Green • Amazon Business $25.98 1 $25.98
Sensory Fidget Toys Bundle-DNA Stress Relief Balls with Fidget Hand Toys for Anxiety Kids & Adults-Calming Toys for ADHD Autism Anxiety • Amazon Business $18.90 1 $18.90

Materials cost

$660.12

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$47.20

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.90

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$747.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$131.86

Total project goal

$879.08

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