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Mr. Thomas from Champaign, IL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Alternative Seating for Active Learners

Help me give my students 6 Balance Pads that they can use as seat cushions and 2 bins to store them in.

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My Project

My students are enthusiastic about learning! However, sometimes, sitting through an art class in a rigid seat is often difficult for them. There are so many benefits to being in an art class as a child such as learning to express yourself and develop creative thinking skills.

Movement improves cognitive performance, and for many students, sitting on a balance pad allows them to wiggle while they work.

Just the simple act of moving slightly while working on an art project can be the difference between an engaged learner or a bored learner.

These balance pads will help all students enjoy expressing themselves and develop their creativity.

Mr. Thomas Vernon L Barkstall Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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Champaign, IL View local requests

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

456 students impacted 6donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Black Mountain Products Exercise Balance Stability Disc with Hand Pump, Black, 13 inch Diameter • Amazon Business $10.89 6 $65.34
IRIS USA 68 Qt. Large Storage Bin with Buckle Down Lid, 1-Pack, Sturdy and Versatile Organizer Utility Tote Container Box for Seasonal Clothes Blankets Decoration Long Term Storage, Clear • Amazon Business $26.59 2 $53.18

Materials cost

$118.52

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.78

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$150.30

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.52

Total project goal

$176.82

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $176.82

6 Donors

-$176.82

Donations toward project cost

-$150.30

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.52

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 $0.00

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