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Ms. Debra Stern from New York, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Safe Sensory Retreat for Students

Help me give my students a comfortable welcoming space in which they can slow down, be in the moment, and learn positive ways of expressing their emotions

  • $377 goal

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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

To help the social-emotional learning of our students, we are looking to bring fresh materials into our school’s counseling space. The goal is to create a welcoming space in which students can slow down, be in the moment, and learn positive ways of expressing their emotions.

The individuality of the student is incredibly important, which is why having a diverse selection of sensory tools is essential to meeting the various needs of our student body; whether through mindfulness, imaginative play, or whatever else a student may need to best assist in their social-emotional development.

These resources will help create a safe space for students in which they can learn and develop tools that will aid in emotional regulation, social development, and an overall sense of wellness in our counseling sessions.

Ms. Debra Stern PS 140 Nathan Straus Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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New York, NY View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

50 students impacted 5donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Meditation Floor Pillow Set of 2, Square Large Pillows Seating for Adults, Tufted Corduroy Floor Cushion for Living Room Tatami, Turquoise, 22x22 Inch • Amazon Business $58.79 2 $117.58
Breaking Barriers Down - Social Skills Games and Therapy Games, A Feelings Game for Kids That Develops Emotion Regulation and Explores Anger, Sadness, Fear and Joy • Amazon Business $34.00 1 $34.00
Sensory Wall Sequin Flip Fabric for Kids, 2 Yards 0.2" Large Sequins Sensory Fabric for Toddlers on The Floor/Wall/Desk,Tactile Stimulation Toys, Reversible Glitter Fabric for Children • Amazon Business $32.00 1 $32.00
EZlifego Double Sided Tape Heavy Duty(16.5FT/5M)，Multipurpose Wall Tape Adhesive Strips Removable Mounting Tape,Reusable Strong Sticky Transparent Tape Gel Poster Carpet Tape for Paste Items,Household • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
EuroGraphics Anger Emoji (100 Piece) Puzzle, Multi • Amazon Business $14.75 1 $14.75
EuroGraphics Joy Emoji (100 Piece) Puzzle, Multi • Amazon Business $14.49 1 $14.49
Dusico® Balloons Rainbow Set (100 Pack) 12 Inches, Assorted Bright Colors, Made With Strong Multicolored Latex, For Helium Or Air Use. Kids Birthday Party Decoration Accessory • Amazon Business $12.49 1 $12.49
EuroGraphics 5396 Emoji Colors Puzzle (100 Piece) • Amazon Business $12.37 1 $12.37
UNO Emoji Card Game, Gifts for Kids and Adults, Family Game for Camping and Travel in Storage Tin Box, Hilarious Emojis​​​ [Amazon Exclusive] • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
EuroGraphics Sadness Emoji (100 Piece) Puzzle • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
FINGOOO 15 Pack Textured Monkey Noodles,Stretchy Strings Fidget Toys Sensory Toys for Adult Kids ADHD Autism Stress Relief Anti Anxiety(5 Styles) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$285.64

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.28

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$319.92

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$56.46

Total project goal

$376.38

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $376.38

4 Donors

-$185.10

Donations toward project cost

-$162.59

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$22.51

match offer

-$185.09

Match offer toward project cost

-$157.33

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.76

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$6.18

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 $0.00

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