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Ms. Marie from Apopka, FL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help me give my students which is my ESE (Exceptional Student Education) class to help support my students' emotional and sensory needs. These materials are crucial in creating a classroom environment where students can regulate their emotions.

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate 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

The materials and supplies I am requesting for my students will provide invaluable support, helping them to thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. In our ESE (Exceptional Student Education) classroom, we operate as a close-knit family where every individual is supported, celebrated, and uplifted. My students face unique challenges, but with the right resources, they can overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.

These essential supplies will help create a positive, nurturing environment where students feel safe, valued, and understood.

Emotional well-being is just as important as academic growth, and by providing these tools, we can ensure that every student has the opportunity to succeed—both inside and outside the classroom. Whether it's sensory tools that help students manage their emotions or educational resources that allow them to shine in their learning, every item will play a vital role in their personal and academic growth.

Having access to these resources means my students won’t just be learning lessons from a textbook—they’ll be learning life skills, gaining confidence, and developing the tools they need to navigate the world around them. These materials will help build self-esteem and foster a sense of belonging, empowering my students to feel confident in their abilities and proud of who they are.

Thank you for considering a donation to our classroom. Your generosity will make a significant and lasting impact, and I am so excited to see the positive changes that will come from your support. With these resources, my students will be given the opportunity to excel, feel supported every step of the way, and have the confidence to chase their dreams.

Ms. Marie Clay Springs Elementary School 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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Apopka, FL View local requests

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

Never Before Funded 9 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Posh Beanbags Big Comfy Bean Bag Chair: Posh Large Beanbag Chairs with Removable Cover for Kids, Teens and Adults - Polyester Cloth Puff Sack Lounger Furniture for All Ages - 27 Inch - Solid Gray • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
8 Mini Emotion Plush Toys with A Little SPOT of Feelings Hardcover Book Set (fidget toy set, social emotional learning, compassion, calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $52.00 1 $52.00
KTRIO Laminating Sheets, Hold 8.5 x 11 inch Sheets 500 Pack, 3 Mil Clear Thermal Laminate Pouches 9 x 11.5 inch Lamination Sheet Paper for Laminator, Round Corner Letter Size, School & Office • Amazon Business $46.05 1 $46.05
Double Sided Dry Erase Boards, Ohuhu 30-Pack 9 x 12 Inch Whiteboards Set, Including 30 x Lap Board, 30 x Black Markers, 30 x White Boards Eraser for Students, Classroom, Back to School Supplies • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Crayola Kid's Markers Broad Line Assorted Colors 10/Pack (58-7722) • Staples $2.49 15 $37.35
Anger Management Toys - The Calm Ball - Coping Skills Tool, Anxiety Toys for Adults and Kids, Stress Relief Toys for Adults , Teens and Kids , Therapy Toys , Anxiety Relief , Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
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 1 $23.70
Kasfalci Feelings Chart, Social Emotional Learning Activities,Autism Learning Materials, ADHD Tools,Behavior Management,Anger Management Toys,Calm Down Corner Supplies for Classroom Daycare & Home • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
4 Pop FIDGET Toy Bundle (assorted designs; social emotional learning focus tools, sensory calming corner, mental health, emotional awareness fidgets) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $15.00 1 $15.00

Materials cost

$348.39

Vendor shipping charges

$1.84

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.23

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$385.46

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$68.02

Total project goal

$453.48

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$453.48

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$453.48

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