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Mrs. Bringhurst from Monroe, UT is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Flexible Freedom for Fantastic Fifth Graders

Help me give my students a classroom that focuses on their needs and comfort while reducing anxiety. By adding ottomans, wobble stools, and a sofa. Students will be able to choose their seating option periodically each day.

  • $1,004 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Students

My students are beyond special and amazing! They make me want to be the best teacher I can be. They give me notes on a daily basis telling me things like "You're the bomb" or "you make learning fun" They are cheerful and eager to learn. Each one of them has uniques qualities that add to the dynamic of our classroom. Every student comes to school excited to see each other and grateful to be at school. The best part about my students is they make their time at school matter. They take advantage of each learning opportunity.

Covid-19 has affected my students in many ways.

Many students have missed countless days of school due to statewide school shutdowns and constant quarantines. Students live in fear of contracting Covid-19. Many also fear for relatives that have contracted the illness or those who are weak and could have devastating outcomes if they contracted Covis-19. My students are scared that they will be next. It scares them to know what Covid-19 might do to them and their families. They have elevated anxiety, constant worries, and

My Project

School is an amazing place. Most of a child's waking hours are spent at school. Children learn everything from science to mathematics. With so much time being spent at school it is difficult for students to sit at a desk all day long. Flexible seating is a way for students to have seating options. This is an empowering feeling for a student, however, it doesn't stop there. Flexible seating increases student engagement, productivity, and reduces anxiety.

Flexible seating helps a classroom become a home away from home.

With flexible seating, students are able to wobble, rock, lean, and even bounce. By doing this, students are able to increase oxygen flow to the brain. This relieves anxiety and promotes more learning retention. Flexible seating creates collaboration and a sense of community. It becomes our classroom, not their desk. It helps students who struggle from ADD and ADHD, by giving them a sensory output. This gives students a feeling of confidence and freedom in their classroom.

As a teacher, I want to do all I can to make learning an enjoyable time for my students. Not only do I want them to make achievements academically I also want to be mindful of their emotional well-being. Join me in helping my students feel empowered by reducing anxiety and excelling academically.

Mrs. Bringhurst
Grades 3-5
    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

    This project will reach 23 students.

    2 donors have given to this project.

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Serta Rane Convertible Sofa Bed, 66.1" W x 33.1" D x 29.5" H, Navy Blue • Amazon Business $195.99 1 $195.99
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) - Dark Gray • Amazon Business $163.87 1 $163.87
Storex Active Tilt Stool – Ergonomic Seating for Flexible Office Space and Standing Desks, Adjustable 12-24 Inch Height, Teal (00325U01C) • Amazon Business $47.38 2 $94.76
Gaiam Kids Stay-N-Play Children's Balance Ball - Flexible School Chair Active Classroom Desk Alternative Seating, Blue, Orange Junior, Lime Junior and Grey, 52cm • Amazon Business $78.90 1 $78.90
Impact Bungee Chair, Portable Folding Chair, Web, Purple • Amazon Business $64.12 1 $64.12
Urban Shop Rocking Saucer Chair, Navy Blue • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Impact Canopy 0460020060VC, Lightweight Portable Folding Indoor and Outdoor Use, Royal Blue Round Bungee Chair, Light • Amazon Business $57.63 1 $57.63
Wiwaplex 2Pcs Wiggle Seat, Inflatable Stability Balance Disc Wobble Cushion, Balance Disc Wiggle Seat, Flexible Seating Classroom with Free Air Pump Sensory Kids (Office & Home & School) • Amazon Business $35.98 1 $35.98
Wiwaplex 2Pcs Wiggle Seat, Inflatable Stability Balance Disc Wobble Cushion, Balance Disc Wiggle Seat, Flexible Seating Classroom with Free Air Pump Sensory Kids (Office & Home & School) • Amazon Business $35.98 1 $35.98
CanDo Donut Exercise, Workout, Core Training, Swiss Stability Ball for Yoga, Pilates and Balance Training in Gym, Office or Classroom • Amazon Business $11.90 2 $23.80

Materials cost

$811.02

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$853.19

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$150.56

Total project goal

$1,003.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,003.75

2 Donors

-$1,003.75

Donations toward project cost

-$853.19

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$150.56

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$0.00

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