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Ms. Diorio from Staten Island, NY is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Flexible Seating For First Graders

Help me give my students options for flexible seating in the classroom. Chair bands, lap desks, and floor cushions let students get comfortable while focusing on classroom activities.

  • $277 goal

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My Students

My students are curious, eager learners. They love to learn and do best in engaging environments. They are creative, thoughtful and full of questions! They absolutely love hands-on, active, engaging activities.

Every child in my classroom absolutely loves learning, although the method and environment in which they learn best vary greatly.

I incorporate a variety of learning strategies, group work, and alternative seating and learning options to ensure that each student's needs are met, right where they are! They are truly an incredible group, and I am so lucky and thankful to have a group of learners that are so excited and ready to learn!

My Project

First graders are an energetic bunch! Much is being asked of them throughout the school day, and sometimes their little bodies just want to get moving.

These materials will give my students movement and comfort options when needed to stay in one spot.

The chair bands let students have a comfortable place to rest their feet while sitting at their desks. They can rest or shake their legs on it while staying seated. The lap desks can be moved to different locations within the classroom, letting students stretch out on the floor, while sitting upright at a desk at the same time. The floor cushions can be used with the lap desks or on their own, create a cozy spot for learning to happen.

Ms. Diorio PS 78 the Stapleton Lighthouse Community 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.

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Staten Island, NY 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

30 students impacted 9donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
QI003253P Kids Lap Desk Tray, Portable Activity Table, Pink • Amazon Business $21.60 4 $86.40
Natural Latex Stretch Chair Fidget Bands ADHD ADD SPD Autism Sensory Needs & Stretch Foot Bands Workout for Classroom and Home (10 Count) • Amazon Business $19.45 3 $58.35
ECR4Kids Softzone Carry Me Floor Cushions for Flexible Classroom Seating, 3" Deluxe Foam, Round, Blue (4-Piece Set) • Amazon Business $57.45 1 $57.45

Materials cost

$202.20

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.03

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$235.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$41.51

Total project goal

$276.74

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $276.74

7 Donors

-$207.99

Donations toward project cost

-$176.80

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$31.19

match offer

-$68.75

Match offer toward project cost

-$58.44

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$10.31

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 $0.00

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