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Mrs. Makaryan from Staten Island, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Flexible Seating for My Fourth Graders

Help me give my students fidget resistance bands and bean bag ottomans so more of them can participate in and benefit from flexible seating.

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My Students

My students are the reason I get up every single day. They are a diverse group of English language learners and general education students who love to come to school everyday to learn. They are unique and motivated ten year olds who deserve to have a learning environment that can have a direct impact on their achievement.

Creating a safe and positive environment has always been my number one priority.

A goal of mine is to expand our flexible seating in the classroom to increase student choice and help with sensory input.

My Project

Flexible seating allows my students to take charge of their learning and make choices that work best for them. The chair bands will be for students that need to move while sitting especially when they are expected to complete independent work. The bean bag ottomans will be great for our low table when students work in groups and need to remove themselves from their regular work stations. I can’t wait to put these to use.

With these new additions to our flexible seating, students can channel their physical energy in a positive way, allowing them to focus on their work and reach their full potential as learners.

Mrs. Makaryan PS 11 Thomas Dongan Grades 3-5

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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More than three‑quarters 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

20 students impacted 7donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Bean Bag Cube Ottoman Footstool (Aqua Blue) | | Nylon Fabric - Hand Filled in The USA | 16 x 16 x 16 inches | • Amazon Business $30.76 4 $123.04
Bouncy Chair Bands (12-Pack)-Fidget Resistance Chair Bands for Kids with Sensory Needs-Kicking Improves Concentration for Students with Autism ADHD SPD, for School Chairs Desk Classroom • Amazon Business $26.87 2 $53.74

Materials cost

$176.78

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.65

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$209.43

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$36.96

Total project goal

$246.39

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $246.39

7 Donors

-$246.39

Donations toward project cost

-$209.43

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$36.96

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 $0.00

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