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Mr. Watkins from Rancho Cordova, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Flexible Seating For The Win

Help me give my students access to flexible seating like bean bag chairs.

  • $313 goal

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My Project

Imagine a classroom where students eagerly dive into their lessons, fully engaged and comfortable in their learning environment. At my school, we strive to create such an atmosphere for our students. That's why we are seeking your support to introduce flexible seating options like bean bag chairs into our classroom.

Flexible seating offers numerous benefits for student learning and well-being.

Traditional desks and chairs can often restrict movement and comfort, leading to discomfort and distraction. By incorporating bean bag chairs into our classroom, we aim to provide students with a comfortable and adaptable space that promotes focus, collaboration, and creativity.

Mr. Watkins W.E. Mitchell Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

More about Mr. Watkins

Rancho Cordova, CA View local requests

More than 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

150 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Big Joe Dorm Bean Bag Chair with Drink Holder and Pocket, Sapphire Smartmax, Durable Polyester Nylon Blend, 3 feet • Amazon Business $55.12 2 $110.24
Crayola Colored Pencils Classpack (240 Ct), Bulk Classroom Supplies, Colored Pencils for School, 12 Assorted Colors, Nontoxic • Amazon Business $43.18 1 $43.18
LapGear MyStyle Pixel 17 x 13.2 PVC Lap Desk Multicolor (45314) • Staples $19.59 2 $39.18
Happyhapi 16 Pack Clipboards Letter Size 9" x 12.5" Eco-Friendly Wood Clip Boards Hardboard for A4 Paper Low Profile Clip for Office, School, Classroom Supplies, Hospital, Traveling, Party, Brown • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99

Materials cost

$212.59

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $19.45

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.19

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$265.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$46.81

Total project goal

$312.04

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $312.04

3 Donors

-$231.02

Donations toward project cost

-$196.37

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.65

Matching donations from our partners

-$81.01

Match offers toward project cost

-$68.86

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.15

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 $0.00

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