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Ms. Podgurski from Allentown, PA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fidgets to Support SEL in the Classroom!

Help me give my students calm strips, chair bands, and other items to support their social emotional well being.

  • $184 goal

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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

Many of my students have diagnosis of ADHD or Autism. These tools will help them function more efficiently in the classroom. They really enjoy finding new ways to help them relax and calm down. They also really love to move and groove all day so flexible seating will allow them to do that without disrupting learning.

Students also work hard to earn treats and prizes throughout the day.

Therefore, snacks and fidgets are good rewards and ensure that everyone is involved in the classroom. All of these things are good motivators and allow us to be successful.

Ms. Podgurski Central Elementary School 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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Allentown, PA 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

25 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Calm Strips: Special CLASSROOM PACK of 30 Sensory Focus Tools (Fidget Toy - Social Emotional Learning) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $40.00 1 $40.00
Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Fidget Bands for Classroom Chair, Seats, Desk, or Bounce Bands (12) - Anti-Snap & Non-Slip - Flexible Seating for Kids with ADHD and Sensory Needs • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Fidget Toys Set, 70 Pack Sensory Toys Party Favors Kids Autism Autistic Children, Classroom Treasure Box Chest Prizes Pinata Stuffer Gifts Small Mini Bulk Toy Carnival ADHD • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
hand2mind Express Your Feelings Pocket Chart, Emotions Chart for Kids, Classroom Decorations for Preschool Teachers, Daycare Decor, Social Emotional Learning Activities, Calm Down Corner Supplies • Amazon Business $17.19 1 $17.19
Nabisco Team Favorites Variety Pack, OREO Mini, CHIPS AHOY! Mini, Teddy Grahams Honey & Barnum's Animal Crackers, 30 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98

Materials cost

$119.15

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.79

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$155.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.52

Total project goal

$183.46

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $183.46

3 Donors

-$183.46

Donations toward project cost

-$155.94

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$27.52

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