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Ms. Toner from Staten Island, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Executive FUN-ction!

Help me give my students materials needed to target their executive function skills!

  • $438 goal

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My Students

The students at my school live in a high need are- a Title I NYC school. They face many struggles both inside and outside of the classroom; yet, they are resilient and eager to learn.

As an occupational therapist, I service students with special needs ranging from autism, motor disorders, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, dysgraphia, and learning disabilities.

My goal is to provide students with the resources they need to enhance their participation and independence throughout the school environment. I provide direct, individualized intervention to students, as well as work collaboratively with teachers to support their students in the classroom.

My Project

Executive functions (EF) are the essential self-regulating skills that we all use every day to plan, organize, make decisions, and learn from past mistakes. Kids rely on their executive functions for everything from taking a bath to packing a backpack or doing a book report. Occupational therapists address executive function skills through our direct sessions in the therapy room, as well as in the classroom. The essential skills we target include: Self-awareness, Inhibition, Working Memory, Emotional Self-Regulation, Self-motivation, Planning and Problem Solving.

In OT, we have the opportunities to work 1:1 or in small groups on the important executive function skills that have an impact on all areas of a child's life.

In order to do this most effectively, we use activities that are highly motivating to the students, such as interactive games. All of the materials chosen for this project will help our students develop their EF skills, while having a great time. We know that strong emotions are tied to increased memory, and our goal is to promote as much carryover of these skills as possible!

Ms. Toner PS 18 John G Whittier Grades PreK-2

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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Staten Island, NY View local requests

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

60 students impacted 9donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Really Good Stuff Desk Organizer • Amazon Business $13.91 4 $55.64
Super Duper Publications | Move Your Body Fun Deck | Occupational Therapy Flash Cards | Educational Learning Materials for Children • Amazon Business $29.00 1 $29.00
Time Timer 3 inch Visual Timer — 60 Minute Kids Desk Countdown Clock with Dry Erase Activity Card and Desktop App Access — For Kids Classroom, Homeschooling Study Tool, Task Reminder, Home and Kitchen • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
Educational Insights Blurt! Word Game, Includes Over 1200 Clues, Perfect Family Game for Ages 7 and Up • Amazon Business $21.68 1 $21.68
16pcs Mini Fidget Toy Push pop Keychain Toy, Anxiety Stress Reliever Hand Toys, Squeeze Sensory Toys to Relieve Emotional Stress for Kids Adults(colorful2)) • Amazon Business $21.49 1 $21.49
Learning Resources Mental Blox Critical Thinking Game, Homeschool, 20 Blocks, 40 Activity Cards, Ages 5+,Multicolor • Amazon Business $20.96 1 $20.96
Feelings and Dealings: An Emotions and Empathy Card Game | Award-Winning | Therapy Games for Kids | Social and Emotional Skills Development | Feelings Flash Cards • Amazon Business $18.95 1 $18.95
COCGVEL 15 PCS Mini Fidget Popitz Toys Pack, Push Pop Bubble Fidget Sensory Stress Relief Hand Toy , Simple Dimple Fidget Sets, Poppers Fidget Toy, Bubble Popitz Toy, Fidget Keychain, Figetsss Toys • Amazon Business $18.49 1 $18.49
LEGILINER- 1/2" Dashed Handwriting line, Rolling, self-Inking Stamp. Handwriting Practice Tool for Teachers/OT’s/Homeschool/Special Ed, /Kindergarten/1st/2nd Grade Size. • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
LEGILINER- 3/4" Dashed Handwriting line, Rolling, self-Inking Stamp. Handwriting Practice Tool for Teachers/OT’s/Homeschool/Special Ed. Pre-K/Kindergarten/1st Grade Size. • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Pepperidge Farm Cheddar Goldfish Baked Snack Crackers Large 31 Ounce • Amazon Business $17.10 1 $17.10
Skillmatics Card Game Train of Thought | Family Party Game for Kids & Adults • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Orchard Toys Shopping List - Educational Memory Game - Age 3-7 - Perfect For Home Learning • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Hasbro Gaming Bop It! Electronic Game for Kids Ages 8 & Up • Amazon Business $14.92 1 $14.92
PlayMonster 5 Second Rule Game - New Edition • Amazon Business $13.94 1 $13.94
Thinkfun Distraction Card Game • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$336.61

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.05

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$371.66

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$65.59

Total project goal

$437.25

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $437.25

8 Donors

-$222.00

Donations toward project cost

-$188.70

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.30

match offer

-$215.25

Match offer toward project cost

-$182.96

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.29

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