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

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Sensory Integration

Help me give my students sensory integration experiences to ease their discomfort and increase opportunities for learning, socialization, communication and participation in the community.

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My Project

I am a special education teacher at an OTC school, namely a school that is an occupational training center for the special needs population it services. Our curriculum is geared to preparing the young adults entrusted in our care to become effective, functioning members of society via functional and vocational training. My classroom is comprised of 5 young adults on the autism spectrum. They continue to have ongoing delays with expressive/receptive language, social communication skills, cognitive skills and behavioral challenges, regardless of their developmental level.

Children with autism can experience either an overload of sensory input or be sensory seeking.

Both of these can be overwhelming and lead to feelings of anxiety or stress, which is why it's important to involve sensory breaks in these children's schedules. A Sensory Break is a designated portion of time that may allow a child to deescalate from the sensory stimulation of the classroom setting. Sensory breaks also are beneficial for students that benefit from additional movement or deep pressure input opportunities to help with focus, attention, and learning. By ensuring that my students have these breaks, I am enabling them to learn and succeed. I’ve set up a sensory station in my classroom where the students can earn sensory breaks. Currently the station includes beanbags, a weighted blanket and sensory bins with different toys/activities. The students’ faces light up when they are awarded a sensory break. They are then able to learn and participate in lessons afterwards.

Therefore, I am requesting funding for additional sensory manipulatives to enhance my sensory station. In this way, the students are exposed to varied sensory modalities that best fit their needs. I look forward to my students’ success once their sensory needs are met!

Ms. Miriam Alter PS 721K Occupational Training Center Grades 9-12

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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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Gaiam 610-6002RTL Balance Ball Chair - Classic Yoga Ball Chair with 52cm Stability Ball, Pump & Exercise Guide for Home or Office, Black • Amazon Business $69.66 1 $69.66
RUNmax rf20nop Run Fast 12lb-140lb Weighted Vest (without Shoulder Pads, 20lb),Black • Amazon Business $29.80 1 $29.80
Sanho Yopo Dynamic Movement Sensory Sox, Large,9-12 years old, 56''LX28''W Orange • Amazon Business $28.96 1 $28.96
LITTLE CHUBBY ONE 8 Color Kids Play Sand Set - 5 Lbs of Sand - Toy Magic Sand Set - 10 Molds and Tray for Girls and Boys - Ideas for Children Activities Age 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
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 $21.95 1 $21.95
Super Z Outlet Liquid Motion Bubbler for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Desk Top, Assorted Colors (1 Piece) (4 Pack) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
HONGDDY Busy Board, 20 in 1 Montessori Toys for Toddler, Sensory Board with Extra DIY Page for Learning Fine Motor Skills and Travel, Preschool Educational Learning Toys Gift for Boys Girls • Amazon Business $16.65 1 $16.65
Baby Einstein Toddler Jams Musical Toy, 12 months Plus • Amazon Business $15.88 1 $15.88
2 Pack LCD Writing Tablet for Kids, 8.5inch Doodle Writing Board Colorful Drawing Board, Kids Travel Games Activity Learning Educational Toy Gift for 3 4 5 6 7 8 Year Old Girls Boys Toddlers • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$243.83

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.66

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$277.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$48.97

Total project goal

$326.46

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $326.46

1 Donor

-$326.46

Donations toward project cost

-$277.49

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$48.97

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 $0.00

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