Fostering Flexible Learners

Funded Feb 6, 2023

Thank you donors for providing the funds for the flexible seating options! Changing the classroom seating to half desks and half flexible seating was a big hit with my students. Although, many were apprehensive about the idea, they quickly realized that it is rewarding to be able to sit either with a cushion, lay on the floor, sit crisscross, in a ball, wobble seat or even stand if they wanted to. We averaged changing the seating ever 2-3 weeks so everyone got a chance to sit in one of the different options. This lead to more collaborative discussions and being comfortable, rather than being tied to a desk and regular chair for most of the day. The black bean bag type chairs are for reading time and they love being able to pick one up and move it around the room to read anywhere.

When other staff visit the classroom they comment that they love how engaged the students are and how this provides them the freedom to sit comfortably any way that will help them learn.

This flexible seating really opened my eyes as an educator to be open to changes and being even more flexible in what students need and flexible seating is an easy way to help them be more engaged in school. This has helped me think of more ways to incorporate other seating options than the ones I currently have thanks to your donation. I appreciate your generosity in donating for my current and future students.

Much love and gratitude, Mrs. J.”

With gratitude,

Mrs. Johnson