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Ms. Altorfer from Phoenix, AZ is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Inclusive Sensory Supports for All Students

Help me give my students a diverse learning environment where every student deserves to feel comfortable, engaged, and supported.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Altorfer's classroom raised $539

This project is fully funded

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My Project

Our school is a dynamic and diverse learning environment where students with varying sensory needs come together to learn and grow. However, traditional classroom settings can sometimes be overwhelming or under-stimulating for students with sensory processing differences, affecting their ability to focus and fully participate in lessons. To address this, we're seeking funding to provide a range of sensory supports that cater to the unique needs of every student. These supports include items such as sensory fidget tools, noise-canceling headphones, weighted lap pads, and flexible seating options.

The goal is to create an inclusive environment where every student feels comfortable, engaged, and ready to learn.

By incorporating these sensory tools into our daily routines, we can help students manage their sensory input, reduce anxiety, and increase focus. This not only benefits students with specific sensory needs but also contributes to a more focused and calm classroom environment for everyone. Your support will help us ensure that all students, regardless of their sensory preferences, have the resources they need to succeed academically and socially, creating a more inclusive and supportive learning experience for all.

This library of tools will be available to all teachers on our campus to accommodate any student's sensory needs.

Ms. Altorfer Madison Park Middle School Grades 6-8

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sotiff 4 Pcs Wiggle Seat Flexible Inflated Wobble Cushion Stability Balance Pad Balance Disc Sensory Seat for Kids Men Women Physical Therapy Fitness Exercise Home School 13.4 Inch • Amazon Business $35.79 3 $107.37
Theraputty CanDo Standard Exercise Putty, Assorted Colors and Resistances, Set of 6, Red - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $33.67 1 $33.67
Florensi Weighted Lap Pad for Kids, 3 lbs - Weighted Blanket for Kids, Teenager, Boys, Girls - Soft, Warm, Comfortable - Sensory Weighted Lap Blanket - Calm Down Corner Supplies - 20" x 23" • Amazon Business $29.90 1 $29.90
Florensi Weighted Lap Pad for Kids, 5 lbs - Weighted Blanket for Kids, Teenager, Boys, Girls - Soft, Warm, Comfortable - Sensory Weighted Lap Blanket & Calm Down Corner Supplies - 20" x 23" • Amazon Business $29.90 1 $29.90
SoulLife 30 Pack High Speed Bearing Quiet Fidget Spinners Bulk, Stress Relief Sensory Fidget Toys Bulk for Kids, Birthday Return Gift Party Favors Classroom Prize Student Gifts Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Fidget Bands for Classroom Chairs: LakiKid Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture - Perfect Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Alternative Seating for Students (Black 12-Pack) • Amazon Business $24.97 1 $24.97
4 Pack Stress Ball for Kids and Adults Slow Rising Balls Sensory Fidget Toy Anxiety Stress Relief Squeezing Balls Calming Tool, Vent Mood and Improve Focus, Soft Squishy Ball Hand Grip Pressure Ball • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Quality Foam Earplugs - 200 Pairs Bulk Pack - Ideal Ear Plugs for Sleeping, Noise Cancelling, Snoring, Travel, Shooting, Study, Work, Construction, and Safety Hearing Protection - 32 dB NRR - Blue • Amazon Business $19.75 1 $19.75
Flexible Seating for Classroom Elementary & Middle School, Wobble Stools for Classroom Seating, Kids Sensory Chair for Autistic Children, ADHD Chairs for Kids, Kids Yoga Ball Chair with Fidget Band • Amazon Business $19.19 1 $19.19
Calming Sensory Toys for Kids with Autism ADHD Anxiety or Special Needs-3 Pack Liquid Motion Bubbler Timers (Style #1) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
60 Pcs Anxiety Sensory Strips - Textured Sensory Calming Stickers - Adhesive Anxiety Stress Relief Sticker - Tactile Rough Calm Strips for Desk Classroom Adults Teens Kids Fidget Toys School Supplies • Amazon Business $13.95 1 $13.95
Squishy Sensory Toys for Kids: Calm Down Sensory Toys for Autistic Children Toddlers Special Needs, Squeeze Stretch Anxiety Relief Autism Toys, Sensory Shapes Learning Toys Classroom Must Haves • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Mesh and Marble Fidget Toy Set - 10 Pcs Marble Fidgets for Kids - Fidget Marble Mesh Fidget Toy - Marble Sensory Toy - Silent Fidget Toys for Anxiety • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
Yunsailing Kids Earmuffs Noise Canceling Reduction 26dB Adjustable Ear Protection Headphones • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
50 Pieces Anxiety Sensory Stickers Motivational Fidget Textured Strips Toys Calm Stress Relief Strips Anti Stress Tactile Rough Strips Stickers Cute Classroom Sensory Items for Adults Teens Desk • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Mr. Pen- Spiky Sensory Rings, 10 Pack, Colorful Stress Relief Fidget Sensory Toys, Fidget Rings, Fidget Ring for Anxiety, Stress Relief Rings, Massager for Fidget ADHD Autism, Sensory Ring • Amazon Business $6.98 1 $6.98
Mr. Pen- Spiky Sensory Rings, 10 Pack, Stress Relief Fidget Sensory Toys, Fidget Rings, Fidget Ring for Anxiety, Stress Relief Rings, Massager for Fidget ADHD Autism, Silent Stress Reducer Ring • Amazon Business $5.84 1 $5.84

Materials cost

$390.92

Vendor shipping charges

$3.37

Sales tax

$27.95

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$458.10

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$80.84

Total project goal

$538.94

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$538.94

1 Donor

-$538.94

Donations toward project cost

-$458.10

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$80.84

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$0.00

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