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Mrs. Romero-Caro from Los Angeles, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Tools to Calm the Body and Mind in the Classroom

Help me give my students the tools they need to support their sensory needs.

  • 3 donors
  • $675 still needed

expires Jun 24

  • 3 donors
  • $675 still needed
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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

My students have learning differences and some also have sensory processing differences. Some of my students need constant reminders to focus. Some are very much aware that it is difficult for them to concentrate in the classroom and some become discouraged because they fall behind. Although they are trying to self-regulate to focus and be ready to learn, they struggle and need extra support.

Sensory tools can help students by providing them with a means to self-regulate, which can improve focus, attention, participation, and overall behavior.

Tools such as stress balls, weighted items, chair bands, and wobbly stools can help my students by allowing them to self-calm or increase focus. These can be useful tools to improve their ability to attend to a task, which can lead to increased confidence and a positive self-image. There's a lot to gain from using sensory tools!

Mrs. Romero-Caro Logan Street Elementary 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

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

25 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Studico ActiveChairs Adjustable Wobble Stool, Flexible Classroom Seating, Improves Focus, Posture and Helps ADHD/ADD, Sensory Chair, Active Fidget Chairs Adjusts from 16.65" to 23.75" Ages 13-18 Black • Amazon Business $80.74 3 $242.22
OVICAR Mesh Wire 3 Tier Rolling Cart, Kitchen Storage Utility Cart, Multifunction Basket Stand for Bathroom, Full Metal Storage Art Trolley Carts with Wheels & 4 Side Hooks (Black) • Amazon Business $29.50 3 $88.50
Slow Rising Stress Ball 50 Pack: Mini Squishy Ball Bulk for Kids Anxiety Relief, Hand Therapy Sensory Toy, Pull Stretch Fidget Toy, Prize Box Toys for Classroom, Stocking Stuffers for Kids • Amazon Business $39.95 1 $39.95
Abilitations Small Weighted Shoulder Caterpillar, 29 x 3 Inches, 2 Pounds, Green/Purple • School Specialty $33.97 1 $33.97
Rubik's Cube, Re-Cube, The Original 3x3 Cube Made with 100% Recycled Plastic 3D Puzzle Fidget Cube Stress Relief Travel Game, for Ages 8+ • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
Solfres Small Weighted Lap Pad Blanket Throw for Kids Boys Teens 20in x 23in 5 Lbs - Sleep Therapy Plush Travel Size with Removable Cover, Galaxy Space Stars, Washable, Dark Blue • Amazon Business $25.49 1 $25.49
Berlune 24 Pcs Classroom Chair Bands Fidget Chairs and Desks Bands ADHD Autism Tools Bounce Flexible Seating for Classroom(Black, 1 mm) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
20 Pcs Cool Fidget Spinners for Kids Adults Boys Girls,Sensory Hand Fidget Pack,Stress Anxiety ADHD Relief Fidgets Toy,Party Favors,Birthday Gifts,Goodie Bag Stuffers,Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Magnetic Rings Fidget Toy Set, Idea ADHD Fidget Toys, Adult Fidget Magnets Spinner Rings for Anxiety Relief Therapy, Fidget Pack Great Gift for Adults Teens Kids (A) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$503.08

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.40

Sales tax

 $46.03

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$590.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$104.13

Total project goal

$694.19

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $694.19

1 Donor

-$10.00

Donations toward project cost

-$8.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.50

match offer

-$10.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$8.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.50

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 $674.19

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