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Ms. Helene Fineberg from Bronx, NY is requesting computers & tablets through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Us Get Our Words Out

My students need the sensory supplies to help them to calm down and focus. The iPad will increase their ability to communicate so I have a better understanding of what their needs are.

  • $544 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 Students

My kindergarten class is a 6:1:1 and part of the Special Education District for the Depart of Education for the City of New York. Our school is located in the Bronx and all of the student population is on the Autism spectrum. Of the six boys in my class, four have no language and five are still in diapers.

There is no known single cause of autism, but it is proven that early diagnosis, intervention and access to appropriate services and supports lead to significantly improved outcomes.

As their teacher, I focus on the needs of my students and their families, all living on the autism spectrum. I hope to provide them with integrative resources for life enrichment in a safe environment.

My Project

If my project is fully funded I would have the sensory tools to help my students to stay focused, remain calm, and increase their ability to learn.

The iPad would be my only communication device that I have to use in the classroom.

This would be instrumental with four nonverbal and two partially verbal students. One of the biggest hurdles my students face is the frustration of not being able to communicate. The iPad will allow me to have a clearer understanding of what they are trying to tell me and also what they have or haven't comprehended.

The remaining classroom products, such as a portable easel, construction paper, and fidget toys, would help me to develop different projects that are both educational and support cognitive and sensory development.

Ms. Helene Fineberg PS 176X 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.

More about Ms. Helene Fineberg

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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Apple iPad with WiFi, 32GB, Space Gray (2017 Model) • Amazon Business $307.74 1 $307.74
Educational Insights 3-In-1 Portable Easel • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
SHM iPad 2017 iPad 9.7 inch Case,SHM Ultra Slim Lightweight Smart Case Trifold Stand with Auto Sleep/Wake Function, Hard Back Cover for Apple iPad 9.7-inch Blue • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Vkey 1000pcs (500 Pair Sets) 20mm Diameter Sticky Back Coins Hook & Loop Self Adhesive Dots Tapes White-Delivery By FBA • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Crayola Construction Paper, 480 Count, 2-Packs of 240 Each, 10 Different Colors • Amazon Business $13.83 1 $13.83
Dew Drops Water Beads Ocean Explorers Tactile Sensory Kit - Sea Animal Creatures Included • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 8.9 x 11.4-Inches, 3 mil thick, 100-Pack (TP3854-100) • Amazon Business $9.81 1 $9.81
FREDDY'S FIDGET TOYS for Sensory Kids and Adults (pack of 10) Best Classroom Fidgets for School - Marble Fidget Toy Relieves Stress and Increase Focus - Sensory Toys for Autistic Children OCD ADHD ADD • Amazon Business $9.00 1 $9.00
School Smart Kids Scissors - 5 inch Pointed - Lefty • Amazon Business $7.66 1 $7.66

Materials cost

$425.96

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.39

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$462.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$81.59

Total project goal

$543.94

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $543.94

7 Donors

-$443.94

Donations toward project cost

-$377.35

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$66.59

match offer

-$100.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$85.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

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 $0.00

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