Help me give my students a calming space in our classroom where they can self-regulate that includes fluorescent light covers and fibre optic sensory lights.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Rape's classroom raised $615
This project is fully funded
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
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 Students
My students may come from various economic and social backgrounds, but they all have one thing in common: a desire to learn. They come into our classroom every single day ready to face the challenges that are presented to them.
I teach high school students in a Life Skills classroom.
Our classroom is made up of students in grades 9 through 12. All of the students have special needs. Some of them face learning challenges, physical challenges, and emotional challenges.
My Project
Classrooms can be overstimulating for all students especially those with autism or other sensory needs. Having a calming space where they can go to refocus and clear their minds is critical to their success.
My students face many challenges in school and being able to offer them a safe, calm room where they can go to self-regulate is important to their educational and social emotional growth.
Since self-regulation is a critical skill that is often difficult for students to learn, having a place they can go to and recharge will help them develop this important life skill.
The fluorescent light covers and the fiber optic lights will provide sensory relief to an overstimulated system and help reduce frustration and aggression. The kick bands and fidget stretch items will help reduce students' anxiety and increase their ability to concentrate.
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
AKEPO Fiber Optic Sensory Lights for Autism Sensory Room for Kids, 10W RGBW Twinkle+Music Response+Bluetooth App Control Fiber Optic Light Engine with (3x0.75mm) Flash Point Cable 50pcs of 6.5ft/2m
• Amazon Business
$105.59
1
$105.59
Sofa Sack Plush, Ultra Soft Memory Bean Bag Chair with Microsuede Cover Stuffed Foam Filled Furniture and Accessories for Dorm Room, 5-Feet, Charcoal
• Amazon Business
$99.98
1
$99.98
Fluorescent Light Cover 4' x 2' feet (4 Pack; Blue Sky Cloud). Flame-Retardant Fabric, 10 Strong Magnets, Flame Retardant Certification, Reducing Glare Harsh Flicker, Used in Classroom, Home, Office
• Amazon Business
$30.99
3
$92.97
RGGD&RGGL Wobble Cushion for Workout and Therapy,Support 442 lbs,(13&14inch) Extra Thick Balance Disc with Pump,Kids Wiggle Seat,Sensory Cushion for Classroom&Office&Home
• Amazon Business
$19.99
2
$39.98
Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet | Fidget Bands for Classroom Chair, Seats, Desk, or Bounce Bands - (12 -Pack) Anti-Snap & Non-Slip - Flexible Seating for Kids with ADHD and Sensory Needs
• Amazon Business
$31.00
1
$31.00
Texturodos - Durable Textured (Patent Pending) Stretchy String Fidget and Sensory Toy - Individually Packaged Monkey Noodles - Fun Therapeutic Stress and Anxiety Reliever for Kids (6 Pack)
• Amazon Business
$13.99
2
$27.98
12 Pack Stretchy String Fidgets Sensory Toys Build Resistance Squeeze Strengthen Arms, Monkey Noodle Stress Reliever Toy for Kids with ADD, ADHD or Autism, and Adults to Increase Focus Patience
• Amazon Business
$11.99
2
$23.98
RGGD&RGGL Exercise Ball (18-34in),Professional Yoga Stability Ball Chair Extra Thick Anti-Burst Support 2200 lbs,with Quick Pump &Workout Guide for Home&Gym&Office (Dark Blue, 34inch)
• Amazon Business
$21.79
1
$21.79
IMPRESA 5-Pack Glitter Monkey Noodle Stretchy String Fidget / Sensory Toys (BPA/Phthalate/Latex-Free) - Stretches from 10 Inches to 8 Feet!
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
Materials cost
$453.26
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$32.41
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.80
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$522.47
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$92.20
Total project goal
$614.67
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$614.67
3 Donors
-$614.67
Donations toward project cost
-$522.47
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. Rape and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
