James Dougherty Elementary School (2 Walls)

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Atharv Sharma, a high school student who generously donated two beautifully crafted sensory walls to our Extensive Support Needs (ESN) classroom. Since their arrival, these sensory walls have had an incredibly positive impact on our students. All of our students are drawn to them and engage with the items regularly.

The sensory experiences provided by these walls help meet their individual sensory needs while promoting learning, focus, and interaction. One student in particular—a kindergartener who previously had difficulty engaging with toys and activities, and often struggled to remain at school for a full day—has shown remarkable improvement. She now interacts with the items on the board, especially the mirror and the sequin patch, and stays engaged throughout the day.

It’s been heartwarming to witness such a transformation. I highly recommend sensory walls like the ones Atharv created for any ESN classroom. They provide a meaningful and inclusive way to support students’ sensory development and engagement in learning.

Ms.Vaghela K5