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Mrs. Nelson from Southaven, MS is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Flexible Seating and Cozy Reading: Comfortable Spaces for Learning

Help me give my students comfortable and flexible seating options as well as a cozy reading area.

  • 2 donors
  • $522 still needed

expires Nov 20

  • 2 donors
  • $522 still needed
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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

Having flexible seating options and a cozy reading area in our classroom would benefit my students greatly! I want to create a comfortable and engaging learning environment for my students. The items requested include stools, bean bag chairs, a rolling chair, floor cushions, and a rug. These items will provide students with a variety of seating options to accommodate different learning styles and preferences, while also creating a warm and inviting space for reading and relaxation.

Flexible seating options such as stools, bean bag chairs, and a rolling chair will help my students improve their focus, concentration, and overall engagement in the classroom.

Creating a cozy reading area with floor cushions and a rug will encourage students to spend more time reading independently or in small groups. With your help in providing these items, I can create a learning environment that supports student well-being and academic success.

The goal of this project is to enhance student comfort, engagement, and academic achievement through the implementation of flexible seating options and a cozy reading area. Ultimately, my goal is to provide my students with the tools and resources they need to thrive academically and develop a lifelong love of learning!

Mrs. Nelson
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Posh Creations Structured Comfy Bean Bag Chair for Gaming, Reading, and Watching TV, Malibu Lounge, Soft Nylon-Navy • Amazon Business $59.99 2 $119.98
Pearington 16 Gauge Steel Classroom Stools for Kids; Multipurpose Stool Chairs; Flexible Seating; Stacking Stools- Set of 5, Black and Silver • Amazon Business $96.74 1 $96.74
LOCHAS Luxury Shag Area Rug 5x8 Feet Geometric Plush Fluffy Rugs, Extra Soft Carpet Moroccan Rugs for Bedroom Living Room Dorm Kids, High Pile Shaggy Floor Rug Decor, Purple/White • Amazon Business $33.99 2 $67.98
WONDER MIRACLE 4 Pack Seat Cushion/Chair Cushion Pads for Dining Chairs, Office Chair, Floor, Machine Wash & Dryer Friendly (Flannel 16"×16", Soft Lilac) • Amazon Business $32.99 2 $65.98
Desk Chair Armless Cute Office Chair, Low Back Rolling Home Office Task Chair Adjustable Swivel Study Chair for Girls Teens Adults Children Kids, Purple • Amazon Business $38.35 1 $38.35

Materials cost

$389.03

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$27.23

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.84

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$452.10

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$79.78

Total project goal

$531.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$531.88

1 Donor

-$10.00

Donations toward project cost

-$8.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$1.50

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$521.88

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Project Activity

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