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Ms. Shelly Whitty from Las Cruces NM is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Enhancing Learning Comfort and Visuals for my Special Education Students

Help me give my students wiggle seats, chair bands, laminated visual schedules and supplies for slime.

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  • $287 still needed

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  • 1 donor
  • $287 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

Enhancing Learning Comfort and Visuals: Laminator and Wiggle Seats for my Special Education Students

Dear Generous Supporters,

I'm reaching out to you on behalf of my special education students with speech and language needs, where we strive to create a vibrant, visually organized, inclusive and comfortable learning environment for my students. Many of our students face challenges with attention and sensory processing, which can impact their ability to engage in learning activities effectively.

To address these needs, we are seeking your support to acquire a laminator, chair bands, wiggle seats and some supplies for other sensory projects for our classroom. The laminator will allow us to create durable and reusable educational materials, including visual aids, schedules, and task cards, tailored to the unique learning styles of our students. This will not only enhance their learning experience but also promote independence and confidence.

Additionally, wiggle seats provide sensory input and promote active sitting, which can help our students maintain focus and attention during class time. By incorporating these innovative seating options into our classroom, we aim to create a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive.

Your generosity will make a significant difference in the lives of our special education students, empowering them to reach their full potential. Thank you for considering our project and for your continued support of inclusive education.

Sincerely,

Shelly Whitty

Ms. Shelly Whitty
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Laminator 13 Inch A3 Laminator Machine, 9 in 1 Desktop Thermal Laminator Never Jam 40 Laminating Pouches, Paper Trimmer and Corner Rounder, 1Min Fast Warm-Up Home Office School Use, Pure White • Amazon Business $43.99 1 $43.99
Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Fidget Bands for Classroom Chair, Seats, Desk, or Bounce Bands (12) - Anti-Snap & Non-Slip - Flexible Seating for Kids with ADHD and Sensory Needs • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Tumaz Wobble Cushion - Wiggle Seat to Improve Sitting Posture & Stay Focused for Sensory Kids, Balance Disc to Relief Back Pain & Core Strength & Flexible Seating [Extra Thick, Pump Included] • Amazon Business $22.95 1 $22.95
Tumaz Wobble Cushion - Wiggle Seat to Improve Sitting Posture & Stay Focused for Sensory Kids, Balance Disc to Relief Back Pain & Core Strength & Flexible Seating [Extra Thick, Pump Included] • Amazon Business $22.95 1 $22.95
Tumaz Wobble Cushion - Wiggle Seat to Improve Sitting Posture & Stay Focused for Sensory Kids, Balance Disc to Relief Back Pain & Core Strength & Flexible Seating [Extra Thick, Pump Included] • Amazon Business $22.95 1 $22.95
Tumaz Wobble Cushion - Wiggle Seat to Improve Sitting Posture & Stay Focused for Sensory Kids, Balance Disc to Relief Back Pain & Core Strength & Flexible Seating [Extra Thick, Pump Included] • Amazon Business $22.95 1 $22.95
Elmer's Magical Liquid Slime Activator - Quart • Blick Art Materials $17.96 1 $17.96
Mr. Sketch Scented Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 22 • Blick Art Materials $14.39 1 $14.39
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 50 Pack Laminating Sheets, 3 Mil, 8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Education Supplies & Craft Supplies, For Use With Thermal Laminators, Letter Size Sheets (TP3854-50) • Amazon Business $12.10 1 $12.10

Materials cost

$210.23

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.15

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$253.33

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$44.71

Total project goal

$298.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$298.04

1 Donor

-$10.00

Donations toward project cost

-$10.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.76

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$286.27

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