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Ms. Maris from Philadelphia, PA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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This New Kindergarten Autistic Support Classroom Needs Your Help

Help me give my students sensory stimulation to help them navigate the classroom. By adding fun and engaging sensory activities for young students with Autism, we can create a more enjoyable and supportive learning experience for everyone!

  • 1 donor
  • $565 goal

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My Project

We are thrilled to announce the opening of a new Autistic Support Kindergarten classroom in a large urban school! Thanks to generous funding, we have secured a new teacher to alleviate the challenges posed by oversized classrooms, allowing us to focus on the unique needs of our students.

For young autistic children, sensory stimulation is vital.

Many of these students face difficulties processing sensory information, which can lead to sensory overload or undersensitivity. They often seek specific sensory experiences to help regulate their emotions, concentrate better, and navigate their environment. Engaging their senses through targeted activities—touch, sight, sound, taste, and movement—is critical to their development and learning.

Your support can make a significant difference in the lives of these young scholars as they embark on their educational journey toward first grade. We invite you to consider making a donation to help us create an enriching and supportive learning environment that fosters academic excellence and personal growth for every child. Together, we can empower them to thrive!

Ms. Maris James J Sullivan Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Califone Deluxe Soft Floor Rocker and Gaming Chair, 28 x 17-1/2 x 33-7/8 Inches, Blue - Leather - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler - Lightweight • School Specialty $131.96 1 $131.96
KENSONE 40"/48" Foldable Mini Trampoline, Indoor Trampoline for Kids, Adults Indoor/Garden Workout, Fitness Rebounder with Adjustable Foam Handle, Max Load 330/450 lbs • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Liberty Imports Big Building Blocks 166 Pieces with Storage Organizer Box, Large Bricks Set Educational Learning Classic Construction Toy Set for Toddlers, Kids - Compatible with Duplo • Amazon Business $44.95 1 $44.95
MagHub Magnetic Tiles 85 PCS Magnetic Blocks for Kids, 3D Magnetic Building Blocks, Magnetic Stacking Toys Construction Kit,STEM Toys Gift for Toddlers Children Boys Girls Ages 3 4 5 6 7 8+ Year Old • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
The Magnus Company: Sloane in the City - 13" Plush Doll • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $36.00 1 $36.00
beetoy Car Rug Play Mat, 31.5"X67" Car Mat Toy Car Mat with Roads for Kids Car Play Mats Car Rug Portable Anti-Slip City Life Educational Road Traffic Carpet for 6 Toy Cars • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
JOYIN 18 Pcs Pull Back City Cars and Trucks Toy Vehicles Set, Friction Powered Cars Toys for Toddlers, Boys, Girls’ Educational Play, Goodie Bags Stuffers • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Squishy Stress Relief Sensory Toys Fidget Spiky Ball 5 - Pcs Set – Eco-Friendly Squeezy Antistress Toy Balls for Men, Women, Adults, Teens & Children –Ideal for People with OCD, ADHD, ADD & Autism • Amazon Business $13.90 1 $13.90

Materials cost

$403.76

Vendor shipping charges

 $39.59

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.06

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$479.41

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$84.60

Total project goal

$564.01

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $564.01

1 Donor

-$564.01

Donations toward project cost

-$479.41

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$84.60

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