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Ms. White from Washington, DC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Students Take a Seat for Small Group Instruction

Help me give my students stools for them to use during targeted small group instruction!

  • $433 goal

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Ms. White has another project! Donate to Jump Start to the New School Year! to help her classroom.

$426 - complete this project and be a hero

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

I am writing to express the need for stools in my 4th-grade classroom. Our students are at a crucial stage of their educational journey, and I believe that providing them with stools for targeted small group instruction will make a profound difference in their learning experience.

The specific items we are requesting – stools – might seem like simple pieces of furniture, but they hold immense potential to transform our classroom dynamics.

Currently, we lack proper seating arrangements that facilitate effective small group instruction. With stools, my students will have the opportunity to engage in collaborative learning sessions with their peers, promoting active participation and a sense of inclusivity.

Imagine a scenario where students can gather around a table or workstation on comfortable stools, focusing their attention on the learning material and discussions at hand. These stools will enhance their ability to engage in dialogue, share ideas, and work together on projects, fostering a sense of community and teamwork.

My goals for this project align closely with the principles of personalized learning and academic growth. By having stools that facilitate targeted small group instruction, I aim to:

1. Enhance Individualized Learning

2. Foster Collaboration

3. Boost Engagement

4.Build Confidence

5.Cultivate a Positive Classroom Culture

What makes my students truly special is their incredible diversity and enthusiasm for learning. Each student comes from a unique background, bringing a rich tapestry of experiences and perspectives to our classroom. Their eagerness to explore, question, and learn is inspiring. I am determined to provide them with the best possible learning environment, one that supports their individual needs and empowers them to achieve their full potential.

Your support in providing stools for targeted small group instruction will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on my students' education.

Ms. White Harriet Tubman Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. White

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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

21 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kore Design Preschool Wobble Chair - Grey, 12" • Blick Art Materials $60.99 5 $304.95

Materials cost

$304.95

Vendor shipping charges

$10.00

Sales tax

$18.30

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$367.82

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$64.91

Total project goal

$432.73

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$432.73

3 Donors

-$432.73

Donations toward project cost

-$367.82

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$64.91

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$0.00

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