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Ms. Valencia from Los Angeles, CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory Refill

Help me give my students appropriate sensory tools that help them manage their sensory needs effectively. These sensory items would provide a safe and calming option for students who seek oral sensory input.

  • 7 donors
  • $267 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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 Project

Our students with autism often have sensory sensitivities. I am seeking your support in enhancing the educational environment for our students. This includes a need to chew which can act as a form of sensory input that helps regulate their nervous system. Chewing can provide a focal point, which can help children with autism improve their focus and concentration on tasks or activities, along with reducing anxiety and stress.

The sensory chew toys will provide a safe and calming option for students who seek oral sensory input.

The noise canceling headphones would help students concentrate by reducing overwhelming auditory stimuli in their learning environment. The fidget toys will assist students in focusing and calming their minds by providing tactile stimulation, and the arm protectors will serve as a safeguard for our dedicated staff, offering protection against accidental scratching while supporting students’ needs.

Our students will thrive when they have access to appropriate sensory tools that help them manage their sensory needs effectively.

Ms. Valencia George Washington Carver Middle School Grades 6-8

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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Los Angeles, CA View local requests

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 7donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
JaGely 6 Pairs Level 5 Cut Resistant Sleeves with Thumb Hole 18 Inches Arm Protection Sleeve Farmer Gardening (Black, Gray) • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Yunsailing Kids Earmuffs Noise Canceling Reduction 26dB Adjustable Ear Protection Headphones • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Faithorse Jellyfish Lamp Mesmerizing Lava Lamp, Multi-Color Jelly Fish Light Lamp, Christmas Gifts for Kids and Adults, Jellyfish Lava lamp for Room Home Office • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Volcano Lamp, Realistic Volcanic Eruption Night Light, USB Powered Night Light for Kids Adults, Relaxing Table lamp for Home Decor Bedroom Office Mood Lighting Valentine Birthday Christmas Gifts • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Vibrating Sensory Chew Toy - Superior Sensory Experience to Standard Autism Chew Toys. USB Chargeable. 3X Vibration Settings. Sensory Chew Toys for Autistic Children & Vibrating Teether for Baby • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Sensory Chew Necklace for Kids Boys Girls, 6 Pack Silicone Chew Toys for Kids with ADHD Autism, Anxiety, Chewy Necklace Sensory Reduce Adults Children Chewing Fidgeting • Amazon Business $11.49 1 $11.49
Xtra Tough Hand-Held Sensory Chew Toys for Autistic Children, Chew Sticks fo Kids, Alt. to Chew Necklaces for Sensory Kids, Oral Motor Stimulation, ADHD, SPD - Moderate/Aggressive Chewers (3Colors) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Chewy Necklace Sensory Toys for Autism, Chew Necklaces for Sensory Kids Boys Girls 6 Pack, Silicone Chew Toys for Kids Children Adults Reduce Chewing Biting Fidgeting • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
Sensory Chew Toys for Autistic Children 4 Pack, P Shape Sensory Toys for Babies Toddlers, Baby Teething Toys for 3-6 6-12 Month Oral Motor Stimulation, Silicone Chew Necklaces for Kids Adults BPA Free • Amazon Business $7.58 1 $7.58
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 (4 Pack#3) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Sensory Chew Toys for Autistic Children, 4 Pack Silicone Chew Tube Teething Sticks Toys for Autism, ADHD, SPD, Chewies with Special Needs, Oral Motor Chewy Tool for Sensory Kids Chewer. • Amazon Business $6.88 1 $6.88

Materials cost

$177.86

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $16.27

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$226.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$40.02

Total project goal

$266.82

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $266.82

5 Donors

-$129.00

Donations toward project cost

-$117.15

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.85

match offer

-$129.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$109.65

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.35

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

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