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Ms. Figueroa from San Diego, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Embracing Flexibility: The Power of Flexible Seating in the Classroom

Help me give my students a flexible seating arrangement and crayons!

  • 2 donors
  • $177 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

I absolutely love how curious, creative, and eager my students are to learn. Each one brings a unique perspective to the classroom, and I’m constantly amazed by their ability to collaborate, problem-solve, and think critically. They thrive in environments where they have the freedom to explore and express their ideas.

The resources I’ve chosen for this project will provide my students with a variety of ways to engage with the material, fostering both independence and collaboration.

Flexible seating, for instance, will allow them to choose where they work best, whether that’s in a cozy corner, at a standing desk, or on the floor. This autonomy helps them focus better and encourages a deeper sense of ownership over their learning.

The other resources, like interactive learning tools, will help them grasp concepts in dynamic and hands-on ways. They can work at their own pace, collaborate with classmates, and tap into their creativity, which ultimately supports their individual learning styles. I’m excited to see how these tools empower my students to take charge of their learning and grow both academically and personally!

Ms. Figueroa America's Finest Charter School Grades PreK-2

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.

More about Ms. Figueroa

San Diego, CA 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

15 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lewtemi 4 Pcs Flexible Seating Yoga Ball Chair for Classroom 16.8 Inch Inflatable Donut Ball Chair with Inflator for Kids Student Sensory Balance Autistic Children and Office Exercise • Amazon Business $39.99 2 $79.98
Funrous Wooden Rainbow Pencil Holder Pen Holder Teacher Appreciation Gifts from Students Pencil Organizer Brushes Makeup Brush Crayon School Teacher Supplies for Kids Girls • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Lakeshore Rubbing Crayons - Set of 40 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 1 $12.99

Materials cost

$107.96

Vendor shipping charges

 $0.65

Sales tax

 $9.88

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$150.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.49

Total project goal

$176.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $176.60

2 Donors

-$176.60

Donations toward project cost

-$150.11

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.49

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 $0.00

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