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Ms. Heidin from Chester, PA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Comfortable and Cozy

Help me give my students a comfortable cozy classroom with a morning meeting rug and a big beanbag chair for our classroom library.

  • 2 donors
  • $281 goal

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My Project

In a Title 1 classroom, comfortable and cozy seating plays an important role in helping students feel safe and engaged. When students feel relaxed, they are more likely to focus and participate in learning. To create this kind of environment, teachers can use soft seating options like bean bags, cushions, and small chairs. These types of seating make the classroom feel inviting and warm, which can help students feel at home and ready to learn.

Cozy seating areas can also give students a place to take breaks when they need to relax and recharge.

For example, having a reading nook with soft rugs or pillows allows students to quietly read or work on assignments. This calm space helps them manage stress and stay focused throughout the day.

Additionally, when seating is comfortable, it supports different learning styles. Some students may need to move around or sit in a way that helps them focus better. By providing a variety of seating choices, teachers allow students to choose what works best for them.

Ultimately, cozy seating in a Title 1 classroom helps create a positive and nurturing atmosphere where every student feels valued, comfortable, and ready to learn.

Ms. Heidin Chester Upland School of Arts Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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Chester, PA 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

25 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Big Beanbag Seat - Blue (30"w x 32"h) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $129.00 1 $129.00
LTKOUGFAM Colorful Kids Rug, Washable Rug for Kids, Handprints Area Rugs for Kids Bedroom, Non-Slip Play Mat Ultra Soft Thick Indoor Plush Rugs for Playroom Classroom Nursery Decor (78.7 X 59 INCH) • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99

Materials cost

$198.99

Vendor shipping charges

 $6.45

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$238.42

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$42.07

Total project goal

$280.49

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $280.49

1 Donor

-$140.23

Donations toward project cost

-$119.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.03

match offer

-$140.26

Match offer toward project cost

-$119.22

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.04

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 $0.00

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