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Ms. Porter from Brooklyn, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Safe Secure Space, Builds Calm Bodies and Minds!

Help me give my students a safe secure learning environment where my students can be encouraged to self-regulate and de-stress.

  • $688 goal

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My Project

This year I continue to work alongside scholars in a K/1 special education classroom; unlike last year, some of these children are entering school for the first time. They need a calm and welcoming learning environment that will allow them to be curious about their surroundings during the daily class sessions. This project will help me establish routines and a sensory corner in which physical activities and tactile stimulation is encouraged in the classroom.

My goal for this project is to provide students with a calm, secure and safe environment that encourages exploration and discovery through hands-on activities.

The reorganization of the classroom will help scholars de-stress and self-regulate. The wall pads and mini trampoline with net will help with safety when students become overwhelmed and feel the need to exert some energy. The sensory tent and lamps will help to create a calming corner and a safe space. The visual schedule will help to establish daily routines within and outside the classroom.

I would greatly appreciate any donation you can provide towards my project.

Ms. Porter Brooklyn Gardens Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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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 13donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
3D Anti-Collision Wall Padding for Kids, Peel and Stick Upholstered Wall Panels, Queen Headboard, Playroom Decorative Protection Panel, Pack of 2 Panels Sized 23.6” X 11.8” (Green) • Amazon Business $39.99 2 $79.98
Amylove 12 Pcs Kids Ear Protection Noise Cancelling Headphones Ear Muffs Bulk 30db Sensory Headphones • Amazon Business $78.99 1 $78.99
Toddler Trampoline for Kids Ages 1-8, 55'' Small Trampoline with Safety Enclosure Net, Indoor & Outdoor Baby Mini Trampolines, No-Gap Safe Design for Toddlers Jump, Gifts for Children & Boys & Girls • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
Sensory Tent | Calm Corner for Children to Play and Relax | Sensory Corner | Helps with Autism, SPD, Anxiety & Improve Focus | Black Out Sensory Tents for Autistic Children | Small • Amazon Business $64.95 1 $64.95
Lakeshore Flex-Space Balance Ball Seat - 17" - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 2 $49.98
SchKIDules® Visual Schedule for Kids Education Bundle Daily Activity Chart/Weekly Progress Chart, 2-Sided Trifold Magnet Board, 124 Magnetic Picture Cards (for School, Preschool, Homeschool Children) • Amazon Business $42.99 1 $42.99
Chicrug Educational 4x6 Kids Area Rug for Playroom, TPR Non Slip Kids Classroom Carpet Rug for Learning ABC Animal Shape Color Fruit, Washable Play Mat Rug for Children Nursery Toddler Room Decor • Amazon Business $42.96 1 $42.96
Lightahead LED Jellyfish Aquarium Lamp Round with 18 LEDS & Vibrant Multi Color Changing Light Effects. The Ultimate Large Sensory Synthetic Jelly Fish Tank Aquarium Mood Lamp. Ideal Gift (Large) • Amazon Business $39.95 1 $39.95
LFHHT Shag Area Rugs for Bedroom, Indoor 5x7 Shaggy Rugs for Living Room, Anti-Slip Fluffy Rugs Fuzzy Furry Rugs for Kids Girls Room, Green • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Besnel Sensory Stress Balls Set Squishy Balls, Squishy Stress Relief Ball, 20 Pack Squeeze Ball for Adults Stress Relieve, Increase Entertainment • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
ERKOON Sensory Chew Toys for Autistic Children, 4 Pack Silicone Chewy Tube Oral Motor Tools for Sensory Kids with Autism, Biting, ADHD, SPD, Chewies with Special Needs, Teething Sticks Toys • Amazon Business $6.95 2 $13.90
ForTomorrow Carpet Markers with Numbers - 36 Pcs 4" Classroom Sitting Carpet Dot Number 1-36, Floor Rug Circles Marker Spot for Preschool Kindergarten Elementary • Amazon Business $12.86 1 $12.86

Materials cost

$543.53

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.50

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.15

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$584.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$103.09

Total project goal

$687.27

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $687.27

12 Donors

-$687.27

Donations toward project cost

-$584.18

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$103.09

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