Help me give my students flexible seating, sensory tools, and calming supports like fidgets, textured mats, a sensory table, and noise-canceling headphones to help them feel safe, focused, and ready to learn in a sensory-friendly classroom environment.
$1,029 goal
This project expired on September 15, 2025.
This project expired on September 15, 2025.
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 Project
I teach an incredible group of TK–2 students with moderate to severe autism. My students are full of joy, curiosity, and determination. They each have unique sensory needs and learning styles that require a classroom environment designed to help them feel safe, regulated, and ready to learn. I love how resilient, creative, and expressive they are especially when given the tools and support they need to thrive.
This project will help me create a more inclusive, responsive, and calming classroom environment.
Flexible seating options and textured mats will allow students to move, wiggle, and self-regulate while learning. A sensory table and fidgets will provide meaningful sensory input, helping students stay focused and reduce anxiety. The laminating machine and sheets will allow me to create durable, individualized visuals and communication supports, while the noise-canceling headphones will help reduce overwhelming auditory input and improve concentration.
Each of these resources will help my students feel more comfortable, engaged, and empowered in their learning journey. With your help, we can build a classroom that truly supports every learner’s needs.
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
10 students impacted
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wingyz Sensory Table and Chair Set, 3 in 1 Kids Table for Play Study Art Dining Toys Storage, Sensory Tables for Toddler, Activity Table with Storage Bins, Children's Table Gifts for Boys and Girls
• Amazon Business
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 100 Count, Clear, 5 mil., Laminate Business Cards, Banners and Essays, Ideal Office or School Supplies, Fits Letter Sized Paper (8.9 in. × 11.4 in.)
• Amazon Business
$23.70
4
$94.80
Gaiam Classic Balance Ball Chair – Exercise Stability Yoga Ball Premium Ergonomic Chair for Home and Office Desk with Air Pump, Exercise Guide and Satisfaction Guarantee
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$69.98
1
$69.98
Gaiam Kids Balance Ball Chair - Classic Children's Stability Ball Chair, Alternative School Classroom Flexible Desk Seating for Active Students with Satisfaction Guarantee, Blue/Green
• Amazon Business
Sensory Wall Sequin Flip Fabric for Kids,3Yard Large Sequins Sensory Materials Fidget Play for Toddlers,Tactile Reversible Fabric Sensory Materials for Calming Corner(3 yd, Sapphire Blue + Silver)
• Amazon Business
$49.00
1
$49.00
Scotch Brand Scotch TL906 Thermal Laminator, Never Jam Technology Automatically Prevents Misfed Items, 2 Roller System , 9 inch (Pack of 2)
• Amazon Business
$46.27
1
$46.27
Joyreal Sensory Mats for Autistic Children, Sensory Floor Tiles for Kids, Sensory Toys for Tactile Play, Textured Sensory Wall Panel, Bean Bags, Sensory Room Equipment, Baby Toddler Fidgeting Activity
• Amazon Business
hand2mind Numberblocks Blockzee Balance Activity Set (96089)
• Quill.com
$24.83
1
$24.83
hand2mind Numberblocks Friends Six to Ten Figure Pack (95357)
• Quill.com
$24.83
1
$24.83
Dr.meter Noise Cancelling Headphones for Kids Adults: 27SNR Adjustable Ear Muffs for Noise Reduction- Kids Ear Protection for Monster Jam, Airplane, Fireworks, Concerts and Football Game
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
Dr.meter Ear Muffs for Noise Reduction: 27SNR Noise Cancelling Headphones for Kids Adults - Toddler Kids Ear Protection for Monster Truck, Autism Sensory, Mowing, Concerts, Fireworks- Pink
• Amazon Business
$16.90
1
$16.90
Lakeshore Fine Motor Tweezer Tongs - Set of 4
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$9.99
1
$9.99
Materials cost
$757.88
Vendor shipping charges
$5.50
Sales tax
$69.35
3rd party payment processing fee
$11.37
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$874.10
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$154.25
Total project goal
$1,028.35
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