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Ms. Costa from Brockton, MA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Versatile Mobility Changing Station

Help me give my students with disabilities have a portable changing table to ensure privacy, independence, and proper personal care in school settings, enabling them to fully participate in educational activities with comfort and respect.

  • $863 goal

This project expired on June 2, 2025.

This project expired on June 2, 2025.

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Teaching life skills to kindergarteners is about so much more than just academics. It's about helping them develop the social, emotional, and practical skills they need to thrive in school and beyond. It's about fostering their independence, building their confidence, and nurturing their love of learning. It's a privilege to witness these little humans blossom and grow into capable and compassionate individuals.

Portable changing areas can be a valuable tool for students with disabilities or those who require assistance with personal care.

These spaces provide a private and safe environment for students to change clothes or manage hygiene needs, which can help to promote independence and self-esteem.

The portable changing areas can make a difference in students' learning:

* Improved focus and concentration: When students have access to a comfortable and private changing area, they're less likely to be distracted by discomfort or anxiety related to their personal care needs. This can help them to better focus on their lessons and participate more fully in classroom.

A partition for a portable changing area provides:

* Privacy: It allows them to maintain a sense of dignity and control over their personal care. Even younger children benefit from the understanding that their privacy is respected.

* Dignity: Related to privacy, the partition helps preserve the individual's dignity. Changing in a space that is not fully enclosed can be embarrassing and uncomfortable, especially for those who may be self-conscious about their bodies or require assistance.

* Safety: It can offer a place to lean or hold onto for support, which is particularly important for individuals with mobility challenges.

* Creating a Defined Space: Even in a large room, a partition helps to create a clear and designated changing area.

Ms. Costa Hancock Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

12 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HON Verse 90-Degree Panel, 60"H x 60"W, Light Gray Finish, Gray Fabric (HONVERS906060) • Quill.com $692.99 1 $692.99

Materials cost

$692.99

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 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.39

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$733.38

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$129.42

Total project goal

$862.80

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