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Ms. Julia from Akiachak, AK is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Getting Comfortable and Cozy During Our Carpet Time

Help me give my students floor cushions to sit on instead of the hard floor and options for alternative seating during work time.

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My Project

I am a third-grade teacher in Akiachak, Alaska. Every day, I get the blessing to teach 15 wonderful students. My students love to help others, learn new things, and have an amazing sense of humor. They always make me laugh! One of my favorite parts of the day is our carpet time. It is a time when we can come together to check in with each other, encourage one another, read stories, play games, and learn!

My students spend a lot of time sitting on the floor.

The floor is hard, cold, and very uncomfortable. A simple cushion will mean the world to my students. I can only imagine their excitement and thankfulness to have a comfortable seat during carpet time. I can already imagine their giant smiles!

Each one of my students is so different and learns in different ways. I would love to be able to have some seating options so students can learn in the way that is best for them! For example, wiggle stoles would help some of my energetic students keep their feet firm on the floor and focus during work time. Clipboards would allow my students to find alternative seating around the classroom and have something to write on. With these items, my students would be able to personalize their learning based on what is best for them. I know it would mean the world to my students and their learning.

Ms. Julia Akiachak School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Akiachak, AK 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

17 students impacted 7donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Factory Direct Partners 11232-AS SoftScape 15" Round Floor Cushions with Handles, 2" Thick Deluxe Foam (6-Piece) - Assorted • Amazon Business $67.18 4 $268.72
Storex Wiggle Stool, Adjustable Height 12”, 14”, 16”, or 18” for Active Seating in The Classroom, Blue (00301U01C), 12-18 Inch • Amazon Business $45.99 4 $183.96
Clipboards, HERKKA 15 Pack Plastic Office Clipboards, Assorted Color Plastic Clipboards, Low Profile Clip Standard A4 Letter Size, Size 12.5 x 9 Inch • Amazon Business $27.98 1 $27.98

Materials cost

$480.66

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$7.21

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.21

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$525.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$92.66

Total project goal

$617.74

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$617.74

7 Donors

-$597.15

Donations toward project cost

-$525.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$72.07

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$20.59

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$0.00

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