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Ms. Nizel Riveral from Las Vegas, NV is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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We need a Break to Calm us Down

Help me give my students sensory items, headset and Pro Tablet for my special needs students.

  • $1,477 goal

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My Students

Providing for the needs of special education students will certainly be one of my greatest challenges as a professional educator. Not only will these students demand more of my time and patience; so, too, will they require specialized instructional strategies in a structured environment that supports and enhances their learning potential.

The students in my class are very diverse in ethnicity, race, social class, and needs.

Curious, enthusiastic, and creative, my students are eager to immerse themselves in any kind of challenge. I want to give them the best education I can give and help them to be successful in their lives and in their future.

Our motto is if you are not willing to learn, no one can help you. If you are determined to learn no one can stop you!

My Project

My class is an Autism class. They are easily distracted and can be disruptive to the teachers and students in class. We try to give them a positive outlet for breaks. Keeping them in a calm environment if they are overly stimulated and giving them a space for an active outlet when they are needing to let off some steam. With a variety of ways to help them stay on task and cope with day-to-day tasks. Slowly swaying back and forth? As humans, we often feel the need to move in order to focus!

The sensory items will help my students calm down to have a safe and healthy learning space.

Studies show that various types of movement are good for brain development and crucial to students learning.

Ms. Nizel Riveral Howard E Heckethorn Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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Las Vegas, NV 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

7 students impacted 11donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Tablet 10 Inch, Dual SIM Solt Android 9.0 Quad Core Processor Tablets, 32GB ROM 6000mAh Battery Google Certified HD Tablet, Support 128GB Memory Storage Expand, WiFi, Bluetooth • Amazon Business $109.99 2 $219.98
Art3d Liquid Sensory Floor Decorative Tiles,19.7"x19.7" Square, Colorful, 4 Tiles • Amazon Business $109.99 2 $219.98
Playlearn 4 Foot LED Sensory Bubble Tube Lamp - Fake Fish Tank Bubble Light - Remote Control - With Secure Wall Mounted Bracket • Amazon Business $145.99 1 $145.99
GREENSTELL Hammock Swing Stand,Hanging C-Stand with Buckle and Spring Hook, for Indoor,Outdoor,Sturdy Hanging Stand Max Load 150kg • Amazon Business $145.99 1 $145.99
KINGRACK 3-Tier Storage Rolling Cart, Metal Push Cart with DIY Pegboard, Trolley Organizer with Utility Handle and Extra Baskets Hooks for Kitchen Office Home, Grey • Amazon Business $59.88 2 $119.76
3 Pack of SIMOLIO Kids Headphones with Mic & 75dB,85dB,94dB Volume Limited, Share Port, Durable Headphones Kids, Children Headphones with Portable Bag,Wired Headphone for Toddlers/Girls/Boys • Amazon Business $49.90 2 $99.80
Sofa Sack - Plush, Ultra Soft Bean Bag Chair - Memory Foam Bean Bag Chair with Microsuede Cover - Stuffed Foam Filled Furniture and Accessories for Dorm Room - Chocolate 3' • Amazon Business $65.00 1 $65.00
Harkla Weighted Lap Pad for Kids 5 pounds - Great Sensory Weighted Lap Blanket for Kids in School & On-The-Go - Soft and Comfortable Sensory Pad with Minky Fabric for Children • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Highwild Hammock Chair Hanging Rope Swing - Max 500 Lbs - 2 Cushions Included - Steel Spreader Bar with Anti-Slip Rings - for Any Indoor or Outdoor Spaces (Blue Striped) • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
LOCHAS Ultra Soft Indoor Modern Area Rugs Fluffy Living Room Carpets for Children Bedroom Home Decor Nursery Rug 4x5.3 Feet, Light Navy • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99

Materials cost

$1,120.47

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $87.96

3rd party payment processing fee

$16.81

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,255.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$221.51

Total project goal

$1,476.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,476.75

10 Donors

-$1,379.05

Donations toward project cost

-$1,172.79

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$206.26

match offer

-$97.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$82.45

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$14.55

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.70

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 $0.00

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