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Ms. Canty from New York, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Comfy Rug for Learning

Help me give my students a rug for our Kindergarten classroom for a soft, comfortable surface that is more inviting and better for long periods of sitting than the temporary mat that we current have.

  • 6 donors
  • $59 still needed

expires Jul 19

  • 6 donors
  • $59 still needed
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My Project

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to kindly request a rug for our classroom. Our children spend a lot of time sitting on the floor for activities like meeting time, reading, group work, enrichment and Mystery Reader. A rug provides a soft, comfortable surface that is more inviting and better for long periods of sitting than hard floors. A rug in a kindergarten classroom plays a significant role in creating a positive and conducive learning environment for our young students. A rug would provide a comfortable space for students to sit during group activities and reading time. It would also help create a warmer, more inviting atmosphere for learning. Having a rug in a kindergarten classroom will clearly define a space in the classroom for specific activities, such as Storytime or group discussions. This makes it easier for students to understand where to gather and participate in these activities. A rug in our class will also offer a safer environment by reducing the risk of slipping on hard floors or current mats. They also help maintain hygiene by providing a designated space for children to sit, especially in classrooms with younger students who spend time on the floor. Having a designated, comfortable space on the rug will help the students focus better. Sitting on the rug encourages children to interact with one another in a shared space. It fosters collaboration, social skills, and teamwork as they engage in group activities and discussions. They are less likely to be distracted when they have a cozy spot for specific activities like listening to a story or participating in a lesson. A rug will promote pleasant and comfortable environment, support emotional well-being, making children feel more at ease and ready to learn.

Thank you for your consideration.

Ms. Canty PS/IS 187 Hudson Cliffs Grades PreK-2

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More than a third of 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

21 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Circles Abstract Educational Area Rug for Kids Room Seating Décor, Children's Classroom, Play Carpet for Teaching and Playroom, Seats 24, 7'6" x 12', Primary • Amazon Business $324.99 1 $324.99

Materials cost

$324.99

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$359.86

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$63.50

Total project goal

$423.36

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$423.36

5 Donors

-$240.00

Donations toward project cost

-$219.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.00

match offer

-$107.50

Match offer toward project cost

-$91.38

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$16.12

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

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$58.22

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