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  • Manuel J Cortez Elementary School
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 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

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Sitting at a desk for hours at a time is not beneficial. Today's students need flexibility. If students are comfortable, then they are focused and retain more of what is being taught. Instead of worrying about moving or that their chair is not comfortable, flexibility with seating will be essential. Movement is key in keeping students focused. My students will use the Wobble Chairs and Yoga Balls for small group instruction at the kidney table or at their own desks so they can be comfortable while working. They will use the Surfing portable desks, so they can sit anywhere in the classroom and have a sturdy writing area. Creating an inviting area for the students to learn reduces learning stress and anxiety.

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Sitting at a desk for hours at a time is not beneficial. Today's students need flexibility. If students are comfortable, then they are focused and retain more of what is being taught. Instead of worrying about moving or that their chair is not comfortable, flexibility with seating will be essential. Movement is key in keeping students focused. My students will use the Wobble Chairs and Yoga Balls for small group instruction at the kidney table or at their own desks so they can be comfortable while working. They will use the Surfing portable desks, so they can sit anywhere in the classroom and have a sturdy writing area. Creating an inviting area for the students to learn reduces learning stress and anxiety.

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