Comfortable Learning Environment

Funded Feb 25, 2023

When I joined my first grade class in March 2023, the room was essentially a cold, uninviting environment where students were required to sit at their desks all day. During independent reading time, students struggled to find a comfortable positions to enjoy their favorite books. The only alternative to sitting at their desks was sitting on the cold hard floor. As an educator for over 20 years I knew this would contribute to a negative experience connected to reading. I made the decision to create a donors choose project.

Through your generous donations, we were able to create a comfortable learning environment for our students. We purchased a meeting area carpet, a variety of seating choices, and cubbies to organize our learning materials. The shift in our classroom has been tremendous. The students are able to stretch out and get comfortable while they enjoy their books. During circle time, or whole group instruction, the entire class fits on the carpet and no one needs to sit on the cold floor. The class is visibly more comfortable and clearly much happier in our classroom.

The items purchased won't only benefit students this year, but will continue to live in the classroom for years to come, allowing future students to enjoy a comfortable learning environment from the first day of school. I am sharing before and after photos to show the difference in our room. Thank you!”

With gratitude,

Mrs. Overbye