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Ms. Zirbes from Flushing, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Collaborative Spaces

Help me give my students a comfortable place to work together! My students love to work together around the room. These stools will give my students a place to collaborate!

  • $203 goal

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My Students

The transition back to in-person learning has been difficult for my students - but there are some ways to make it better!

Most of my students (72%) qualify for free or reduced lunch and 30% qualify for special education services.

However, this doesn't stop them from wanting to learn and achieve! They are kind, try their best, and have shown true perseverance during this difficult time.

We need your help so that we can make the best out of in-person learning and give my students the top notch education they so deserve.

My Project

Many of my students have a difficult time focusing during classwork. One of the things that has helped the most is introducing flexible seating into our classroom. Children can work in groups, all around the room. Being comfortable helps them focus and grow more as students!

These stools will provide my students with a comfortable place to sit and work.

Students can use these to work with small lap desks, clipboards, or around our collaborative table. They have so many versatile uses and I know my students will love having these in our classroom.

Ms. Zirbes PS 201 Discovery School Grades 3-5

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Flushing, NY View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

50 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
FDP SoftScape 15 inch Round Two-Tone Accent Ottoman for Kids; Modern Children's Furniture, Flexible, Lightweight Foam Seating Set for Home, Playroom, Classroom, Library (4-Piece) - Navy • Amazon Business $139.98 1 $139.98

Materials cost

$139.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.10

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$172.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$30.37

Total project goal

$202.45

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $202.45

5 Donors

-$202.45

Donations toward project cost

-$172.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.37

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 $0.00

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