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Ms. Harder from Mitchell, NE is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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New Beginnings

My students need to start off the 17-18 school year with a library that is welcoming and offers flexible seating options.

  • $456 goal

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My Students

When I accepted the position as the librarian of my school I knew I had my work cut out for me.

Out with the old and in with the new!

My main goal for the library is to make it an inviting place for all. I want my students to WANT to come to the library and feel comfortable while they are there. Changing the atmosphere of the current library is much needed.

I would absolutely love to surprise my kiddos at the beginning of the school year and start off on the right foot, new beginnings for everyone!

My Project

All of my students (K-6) would highly benefit from a warm and comfortable space to discover what the library has to offer and to enjoy a good book. Having flexible seating options for my students will not only allow them to feel comfortable and welcomed, it will give them some sense of control of their learning. It will be up to them to choose where they will sit to do their best. This kind of space will encourage my students to read and to spend more time in the library.

Often it is difficult to encourage students to stay engaged with a book when they are sitting on a hard chair at a desk.

I've found that some of the immediate benefits of flexible seating include burning more calories, using up excess energy, improving metabolism, increased motivation and engagement, creating a better oxygen flow to the brain, and improving core strength and overall posture. It's no surprise that physical activity is linked to higher academic performance, better health, and improved behavior.

All I want to do is promote my library in a positive way and inspire a passion for reading in my students. Flexible seating would provide my students just that and is only the beginning of my library makeover.

I am hoping to purchase seating options such as lap desks, clipboards, crates to make seats, wobble cushions, laptop computer desk and table, stools, and a rug. All of these items will give my students the freedom to sit and stand (using the laptop desk) wherever they choose while still having a surface to work on and use the Chromebooks.

Ms. Harder Mitchell Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Well Woven Squares Soft Multi Geometric Accent Area Rug, 5'X7' • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
Norwood Commercial Furniture NOR-1101AC-SO Plastic Stack Stools, 17.75" Height, 11.75" Width, 11.75" Length, Assorted (Pack of 5) • Amazon Business $43.29 1 $43.29
Height Adjustable Mobile Laptop Computer Desk with Black Top • Amazon Business $37.12 1 $37.12
Avantree Quality Multipurpose Laptop Table, Sturdy Bed Tray Table, Foldable TV Tray, Portable Standing Desk, Notebook Stand Reading Holder for Couch - TB903S • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
LapGear MyDesk Lap Desk 45342 Purple • Amazon Business $18.29 2 $36.58
LapGear MyDesk Lap Desk 45349 Aqua • Amazon Business $17.99 2 $35.98
Sterilite 16928006 Storage Crate, White, 6-Pack • Amazon Business $24.00 1 $24.00
Trade Quest Letter Size Clipboards Low Profile Clip, Hardboard (Pack of 12) • Amazon Business $16.45 1 $16.45
Inflated Stability Wobble Cushion / Exercise Fitness Core Balance Disc (Red) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Inflated Stability Wobble Cushion, Including Free Pump / Exercise Fitness Core Balance Disc,Blue,size: 13 inches / 33 cm diameter • Amazon Business $15.79 1 $15.79

Materials cost

$332.18

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $19.93

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$387.09

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$68.31

Total project goal

$455.40

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $455.40

1 Donor

-$455.40

Donations toward project cost

-$387.09

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$68.31

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