This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.
My Project
I am located in two different schools in the DC public school system. One of my schools has limited materials for our students diagnosed on the autism spectrum.
Our therapy room for both speech and occupational therapy services contains only desks, a carpet, and the materials that we are able to provide out of our own pockets.
We don't have access to funds for therapeutic larger materials, such as a trampoline, craspad, or similar materials. I utilize what I can through my resources to make sensory bottles, weighted lap pads that I sew, and other things that are budget friendly. The students at this school deserve more, and I'm hoping to get materials to fill in the space and to assist in our sessions. Many of these students need and are seeking sensory input, these materials would help them to self regulate.
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
School Specialty Crash Pad Optional Cover, 5 x 5 Feet - Nylon - Durable
• School Specialty
$88.12
1
$88.12
Little Tikes 3' Trampoline – Amazon Exclusive
• Amazon Business
$74.99
1
$74.99
Baby Musical Toys Learning Toys for Toddlers, Octopus Music Toys, Preschooler Musical Educational Instruments Toy for Baby, Birthday Toys for Girls Boys
• Amazon Business
$39.99
1
$39.99
Special Supplies Chewy Jewelry Sensory Necklaces and Bracelets, 16 Pack, Soft and Flexible Silicone, Interactive Stress and Anxiety Relief for Kids, Supports ADD, ADHD, Autism
• Amazon Business
$18.98
1
$18.98
MUSICUBE Tambourine for Adults Kids 6 Pcs Plastic Percussion Tambourine with 4 Bells Hand Bell Musical Toys for Toddler Musical Rhythm Instrument for Kindergarten, Family and School Party Supplies
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
One Fire Night Light for Kids, 96 Lighting Modes Star Lights for Bedroom, 360° Rotating+6 Films Baby Night Light Projector Light, Rechargeable Kids Night Lights for Bedroom,Kids Gifts&Kids Room Decor
• Amazon Business
$14.98
1
$14.98
Hicarer 8 Pieces Chew Necklaces for Sensory Kids, Soft and Absorbent Terry Cloth Teething Chewy Necklace Absorbent Alternative to Chewing Clothing for Boys and Girls (Vibrant Colors)
• Amazon Business
$12.59
1
$12.59
Materials cost
$266.64
Vendor shipping charges
$8.81
Sales tax
$16.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.00
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$325.45
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$57.43
Total project goal
$382.88
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$382.88
1 Donor
-$382.88
Donations toward project cost
-$325.45
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Amanda and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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