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Mrs. Kerrigan from Corona, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fun Flexibility and Sensational Serenity

Help me give my students with disabilities a classroom that enables them to have flexible seating options (soft rugs/bean bag/reading nook) and a calming corner with all the necessary tools (sensory/choice charts/books) to help them manage emotions.

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My Project

My students may have disabilities, but it’s their ability to persevere with a love for learning that makes me want only the very best for them. For students with disabilities, flexibility is a key component of success academically as well as social-emotionally. These flexible seating options will help give my small class of first graders the ability to learn and work comfortably in small groups and individually. Creating specialized work areas with flexible seating will help improve focus and stamina. It will also offer my students the flexibility to engage comfortably in activities they enjoy, such as reading new or favorite books in a reading nook, taking breaks with sensory materials to help redirect attention or finding a cozy little getaway within the classroom when feeling overwhelmed.

In addition to flexible seating, calming corners have also become a necessary part of special education classrooms.

Many of my students have difficulty appropriately managing and expressing emotions and struggle with impulse control. The right calming corner will provide a safe space for students to retreat when big feelings seem to take over. They will have an independent area to relax on a soft rug or in a cozy bean bag while reviewing and practicing calming strategies. The area will also provide my students the opportunities to explore a variety of sensory toys to help with anxiety, frustration or over-stimulation.

By donating to my project, you will help give my little learners a better chance to engage in learning, socializing and communicating in ways that best meet their individual needs. You will be a part of setting them up for success!

Mrs. Kerrigan PS 143 Louis Armstrong Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Corona, 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

12 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
KidKraft Wooden Bookcase with Reading Nook, Storage and Gray Cushion - Natural, Gift for Ages 3-8 • Amazon Business $109.99 1 $109.99
Unique Loom Solo Solid Shag Collection Area Modern Plush Rug Lush & Soft, 6 ft 0 x 9 ft 0, Grass Green • Amazon Business $96.90 1 $96.90
Nobildonna Bean Bag Chair Cover (No Filler) for Kids and Adults. Extra Large 300L Beanbag Stuffed Animal Storage Soft Premium Corduroy • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Humble Crew, Seafoam Green/Natural Kids Bookshelf 4 Tier Book Organizer • Amazon Business $34.80 1 $34.80
Unique Loom Solo Solid Shag Collection Area Modern Plush Rug Lush & Soft, 2 ft 2 x 3 ft 0, Grass Green • Amazon Business $23.94 1 $23.94
Gaiam Kids Stay-N-Play Children's Balance Ball - Flexible School Chair Active Classroom Desk Alternative Seating | Built-in Stay-Put Soft Stability Legs, Includes Air Pump, 52cm, Starry-Eyes • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Feelings & Choices Flip Book | Teach 28 Emotions to Kids & Toddlers | Early Learning Feelings Chart & Book Flash Card Alternative | ASD Friendly Teaching Toy | Parents Teachers & Therapist • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box • Amazon Business $16.19 1 $16.19
Carpet Spot Markers x 30 Classroom Sit Circles for Teachers (6 Colors) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Push Pop Bubble Fidget Sensory Toy, 4-Pack Push Pop Fidget Toy, Square, Purple, Orange, Mint Green, Yellow, Party Favors • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
Hineway Magnetic Dry Erase Board, 12X16'' Small Desktop Foldable Reminder Board Magnet White Board Double-Sided Portable Whiteboard Easel • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
What Should Danny Do? School Day (The Power to Choose Series) (Power to Choose, 2) • Amazon Business $13.89 1 $13.89
I Choose to Calm My Anger: A Colorful, Picture Book About Anger Management And Managing Difficult Feelings and Emotions (Teacher and Therapist Toolbox: I Choose) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Frustrated Ninja: A Social, Emotional Children's Book About Managing Hot Emotions (Ninja Life Hacks) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Red and Yellow Gel) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Pink on Blue Gel) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Carson Dellosa Be Clever Wherever Things on Rings Calming Strategies, PreK-Grade 5, Book Ring and Calming Strategies, Breathing Techniques, Yoga Poses, Counting Exercises Flash Cards (16 pc) • Amazon Business $6.22 1 $6.22

Materials cost

$464.82

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.97

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$501.79

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$88.55

Total project goal

$590.34

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $590.34

4 Donors

-$460.93

Donations toward project cost

-$395.54

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.39

match offer

-$125.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$106.25

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

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