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Ms. Russo from Forest Hills, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Flexible Seating and Ownership

Help me give my students more choice in flexible seating and 25 new seat sacks.

  • 1 donor
  • $1,064 goal

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My Project

Flexible seating transforms the learning environment, offering children the freedom to choose where and how they work. In a kindergarten classroom, where young learners are just beginning to explore the world of education, flexible seating and organization solutions help create a space that supports independence, creativity, and collaboration.

Children in kindergarten are at a stage where comfort and choice play a crucial role in their ability to focus and engage.

Flexible seating allows them to select from different options—like cushioned seats, standing desks, or floor spots—which can help them feel more comfortable and ready to learn. This choice fosters a sense of autonomy, boosts engagement, and encourages kids to take ownership of their learning experience.

Studies show that flexible seating reduces restlessness and improves focus, creating a positive classroom atmosphere. It also promotes collaboration, as children can easily move around and work with peers in new, creative ways.

Your donation to support flexible seating will provide our young learners with a dynamic, nurturing environment where they can grow and thrive. By investing in their comfort and well-being, you’re helping lay the foundation for a love of learning that will last a lifetime.

Ms. Russo Academy for Excellence Thru Arts Grades PreK-2

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Forest Hills, NY View local requests 25 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Seat Sack Storage Pocket, Medium, 15 Inches, Black - Cotton - Durable • School Specialty $26.02 25 $650.50
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Gray • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 2 $139.98

Materials cost

$790.48

Vendor shipping charges

 $72.05

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$904.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$159.60

Total project goal

$1,063.99

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,063.99

1 Donor

-$904.39

Donations toward project cost

-$904.39

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$159.60

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 $0.00

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