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Mrs. Hernandez from Brownsville, TX is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Cozy Corner for Learning: Classroom Carpet

Help me give my students a designated, comfortable space for group learning activities, story time, and collaborative projects.

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

The new carpet will provide my students with a comfortable, dedicated space for group activities, storytime, and collaborative learning. Having a cozy, soft place to sit will encourage students to actively engage in lessons, work together during group activities, and participate in discussions. It will create a welcoming and organized learning environment that will help improve focus, reduce distractions, and support flexible seating options. This will make a big difference in how my students interact and learn together.

My goal is to create a comfortable and inviting classroom environment where my students can feel at ease and engaged in their learning.

With the new carpet, I aim to foster a sense of community and belonging, where students can comfortably collaborate, share ideas, and participate in activities. The carpet will also support a positive classroom culture, giving students a designated space to come together and focus on their lessons in a more relaxed and organized manner.

My students are bright, curious, and full of energy. They come from diverse backgrounds, and each student has a unique way of learning and expressing themselves. What makes them special is their enthusiasm for learning, their creativity, and their ability to collaborate with others. Despite any challenges they may face, they approach each day with a positive attitude and a desire to learn. A comfortable and welcoming space will help them feel more confident and motivated to achieve their full potential.

Mrs. Hernandez Egly Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Brownsville, TX View local requests

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

24 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Composition Notebook Educational Area Rug for Kids Room Seating Décor, Children's Classroom, Play Carpet for Teaching and Playroom, 7'6" x 12' • Amazon Business $319.99 1 $319.99

Materials cost

$319.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$354.79

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$62.61

Total project goal

$417.40

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $417.40

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 $417.40

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