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

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Cozy Small Group Corner With Ms. Filip!

Help me give my students flexible seating to help them succeed in small-group learning!

  • $534 goal

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My Project

The flexible seating options will create a more comfortable and engaging environment, allowing students to choose the setting that works best for them. This autonomy can enhance focus and motivation. Lap desks will facilitate collaborative work and allow for learning in various spaces, encouraging movement and creativity. The dry-erase supplies will provide interactive opportunities for practice and feedback, promoting active participation and collaboration among students. Overall, these resources will support diverse learning styles and foster a dynamic classroom atmosphere. My goals for this project are to create an inclusive and engaging small group corner where students feel comfortable and inspired to learn. I aim to encourage collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking by providing flexible resources. Ultimately, I want to empower students to take ownership of their learning experiences, helping them to build confidence and develop important skills for the future. My goals for this project are to create an inclusive and engaging small group corner where students feel comfortable and inspired to learn. I aim to encourage collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking by providing flexible resources. Ultimately, I want to empower students to take ownership of their learning experiences, helping them to build confidence and develop important skills for the future. My students are a vibrant and diverse group, each bringing their unique perspectives and talents to the classroom. They are eager to learn and show remarkable resilience in overcoming challenges. Their creativity and curiosity drive them to explore new ideas, and their ability to collaborate makes our classroom community strong. This project will help nurture their potential and support their individual growth, enabling them to shine even brighter.

Ms. Filip PS 229 Emmanuel Kaplan Grades 3-5

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Woodside, NY View local requests

More than half 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

32 students impacted 9donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids The Surf Portable Lap Desk, Flexible Seating, Grey, 10-Pack • Amazon Business $149.99 1 $149.99
12 Pcs Floor Cushions Bulk for Classroom 15 Inch Colored Flexible Seating with Handle Soft Foam Floor Pillow Kids Floor Seats Cushion for Kids Adults Daycare School Home Office Chair (Hexagon) • Amazon Business $59.79 2 $119.58
Really Good Stuff Four-Compartment Caddies -6 Pack- Classroom Table Caddies for Easy Organization of Small Items - Assorted Primary Colors Portable Plastic Storage Classroom Caddy • Amazon Business $40.88 1 $40.88
Really Good Stuff Four-Compartment Caddies (Set of 4) – Primary Colors – Perfect To Color-Code Tables, Group Work – Durable with Built-In Handles – Also great for home organization - Stackable for Easy Storage • Amazon Business $31.45 1 $31.45
Super-Strong Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, 12-Pack - Extra-Thick Flexible Fidget Bands Help Kids Focus & Learn, Stretch up to 28 Inches to Fit Most Classroom Chairs, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Black, Low-Odor, Pack of 36, Perfect for Whiteboards, Non-Porous Surfaces & Home Offices • Amazon Business $20.44 1 $20.44
OleFun 30 Pack Dry Erase Pockets, 10 X 14 in Reusable Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves in 10 Colors, Plastic Clear Sheet Protectors, School Teacher Supplies, Organization for Classroom Storage • Amazon Business $19.49 1 $19.49
Dry Erase Eraser, CUTEFA 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers, Mini Whiteboard Eraser, Dry Erase Board Erasers, White Board Erasers for Kids Classroom (2 x 2 x 0.79 Inch) (02, Green) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$416.81

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$453.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$79.95

Total project goal

$533.01

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $533.01

5 Donors

-$495.36

Donations toward project cost

-$436.06

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$59.30

match offer

-$20.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$17.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

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 $0.00

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