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Mrs. Sasha from Glenwood Springs, CO is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calm, Cool, and Collected

Help me give my students a calming, safe environment to learn and play. These flexible seating cushions, chairs, and calming light covers will help create a relaxing environment for our preschool class.

  • $710 goal

This project expired on June 25, 2025.

This project expired on June 25, 2025.

My Project

Flexible seating and calming light covers can significantly enhance the learning environment for preschool-age children by promoting comfort, focus, and emotional well-being. Flexible seating options, such as cushions, bean bags, or adjustable chairs, allow children to choose the seating arrangement that best suits their needs, fostering independence and encouraging engagement in activities. This adaptability can also help children with varying attention spans to stay focused by providing them with movement and comfort. Additionally, calming light covers that soften bright overhead lights create a soothing atmosphere, reducing sensory overload and supporting a more relaxed state. Together, these elements contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment where children feel safe, comfortable, and ready to explore and learn.

Mrs. Sasha Sopris Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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Glenwood Springs, CO 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

16 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Premium Beanbag Seat - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $99.50 2 $199.00
Carpets for Kids 1266 Rainbow Rows Classroom Seating Rug 6ft Corner Multi Color • Amazon Business $174.93 1 $174.93
8 Pcs Extra Thick Flexible Seating Floor Cushions Assorted Colored Floor Pillow Classroom Floor Seating Soft Floor Seat Cushion for Kids Learning Sitting Daycare School Chair (Bright Colors,Hexagon) • Amazon Business $66.99 1 $66.99
Patelai 4 x 2 Feet Fluorescent Light Cover for Ceiling Lights Magnetic Light Cover with 10 Magnets Fluorescent Light Filters for School Classroom Home Office Drop Lamp Decor (Autumn) • Amazon Business $9.99 6 $59.94
Patelai 4 x 2 Feet Fluorescent Light Cover for Ceiling Lights Magnetic Light Cover with 10 Magnets Fluorescent Light Filters for School Classroom Home Office Drop Lamp Decor(Forest) • Amazon Business $8.99 6 $53.94

Materials cost

$554.80

Vendor shipping charges

$9.95

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.32

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$603.07

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$106.42

Total project goal

$709.49

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