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Mrs. Coates from Woodland Hls., CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Collaborative Classroom Cafe

Help me give my students flexible seating and workspace options that encourage a collaborative learning environment. Students will have the option to work independently or in groups where they feel most comfortable and productive.

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My Students

My students are enrolled in a rigorous STEAM program that focuses on challenging gifted and high achieving students in a project-based environment. These inquisitive middle schoolers are highly capable, driven by a genuine love of learning and thrive when working collaboratively. Regardless of their individual strengths or diverse learning styles, I know all students will benefit from being back in the classroom, together.

My Project

My goal is to transform my traditional classroom setting into a collaborative learning space that offers options for all students to learn where they feel most comfortable and creative.

Creating a classroom environment with flexible seating options encourages student autonomy, natural movement and opportunities to engage meaningfully with peers.

In addition to traditional seating, students will be able to choose new work spaces such as height adjustable rolling desks, classroom "cafe" (patio furniture), or cozying up on floor pillows. My hope is that every student will find a space that works best for their needs every day.

One big take away from learning remotely last year is that our workspace matters. We are more productive and use our time most effectively when we have a comfortable space to engage and learn.

Mrs. Coates George Ellery Hale Charter Academy Grades 6-8

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Woodland Hls., CA 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
M&W Outdoor Patio Furniture, Wicker Loveseat with Glass Table for Balcony, PE Rattan Bistro Set for Lawn, Garden, Backyard (Throw Pillow NOT Included) • Amazon Business $127.49 6 $764.94
Seville Classics Height Adjustable Sitting Mobile Laptop Desk Cart Ergonomic Table, Flat (23.6"), Frost White • Amazon Business $51.99 6 $311.94
HIGOGOGO Floor Pillow, Square Tufted Seat Cushion Thicken Corduroy Meditation Pillow Tatami Floor Cushion for Yoga Living Room Balcony Office Outdoor, Grey, 22x22 Inch • Amazon Business $36.39 6 $218.34
Home Brilliant Throw Pillow Cover Decorative Soft Velvet Corduroy Striped Square Cushion Cover for Couch Bench, Set of 2, 18 x 18 inch (45cm), Blue • Amazon Business $12.88 6 $77.28

Materials cost

$1,372.50

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $125.58

3rd party payment processing fee

$20.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,548.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$273.29

Total project goal

$1,821.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,821.96

4 Donors

-$1,446.96

Donations toward project cost

-$1,229.92

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$217.04

match offer

-$375.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$318.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$56.25

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