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Mrs. Panzer from Fort Leavenworth KS is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Sensory Needs for My Classroom

Help me give my students a new (safe!) trampoline net, replacement springs for the trampoline, adaptive seating for carpet time, and other tools that give them much needed sensory input.

  • $262 goal

This project expired on February 11, 2019.

This project expired on February 11, 2019.

My Students

I have two classes of special needs preschool students, a morning and afternoon class. These kiddos come from mostly low-income families, many of whom are migrants, and many who do not speak English. They range in ages from 3 to 5 years old. Most are non-verbal, or minimally verbal, and have poor social skills; as well as behavioral issues.

My students have difficulties that other kids may not have, but they are always willing to try and are some of the sweetest kids you'll ever meet.

I love seeing their progress, not only in academics, but growing as people too; furthering their conversation skills, describing their feelings, and working their way through conflicts. Every day is a new adventure!

My Project

My students have extensive sensory needs. I'm looking for help in giving them items that will give them the sensory input they need. Without this input, they are unable to control their bodies or focus their minds. When their needs are unmet, they have a hard time learning.

One of the best ways I can help my students is through movement breaks on my trampoline.

Unfortunately, I was not able to bring it out this year, as parts of it are in bad shape. My trampoline needs a replacement net, as well as some new springs. The bulk of it is in great shape though!

In addition to updating my trampoline, my classroom could use some adaptive seating options to help with carpet time, as well as some more options for sensory play.

Mrs. Panzer
Grades PreK-2

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Trampoline Replacement Safety Net for Top Ring Enclosure System, By Upper Bounce -NET ONLY • Amazon Business $37.13 1 $37.13
Moluk Bilibo Blue • Amazon Business $28.49 1 $28.49
Moluk Bilibo Red • Amazon Business $25.89 1 $25.89
Black Mountain Products Balancing Exercise Stability Pods Pack of Five • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Gaiam Kids Balance Cushion, Inflatable Wobble Disk Active Sitting Chair Seat Cushion with Inflation Needle, Blue • Amazon Business $19.98 1 $19.98
Upper Bounce 5-Inch Trampoline Springs, Heavy-Duty Galvanized 3/4-Inch Coil (Set of 15) • Amazon Business $18.76 1 $18.76
UWANTME Ocean Water Beads Ocean Explorers Tactile Sensory Kit • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
MiPremium Water Beads Pack Growing Rainbow Mixed Jelly Balls for Kids - Toddler Safe 16,000 Reusable & Non-Toxic Soft Gel Beads for Spa Refill, Sensory Toys, Pool, Plants Vases, Party Decoration • Amazon Business $7.75 1 $7.75

Materials cost

$173.98

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$15.92

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.61

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$222.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$39.27

Total project goal

$261.78

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