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Mrs. George from Reseda, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Seating for Success: Embracing Flexibility in the Classroom

Help me give my students flexible seating. It is important for students because it creates a more dynamic and personalized learning environment. Traditional desk-and-chair setups can be uncomfortable, leading to distractions and lack of focus.

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Promotes Comfort and Focus: Traditional desk-and-chair setups can be uncomfortable, leading to distractions and lack of focus. Flexible seating allows students to choose seats that are comfortable for them, whether it's sitting on a cushion, using a standing desk, or sitting at a beanbag chair. This comfort can help improve attention and reduce restlessness.

Encourages Collaboration: Flexible seating often leads to more open spaces that facilitate group work and collaboration.

Students can move their seats around to work together in different arrangements, which can enhance communication, teamwork, and creativity.

Supports Different Learning Styles: Every student learns differently. Flexible seating allows for a variety of learning options—whether some students prefer quiet areas to focus on tasks, or others thrive in a more social, group-based setting. It caters to visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners.

Fosters Independence and Responsibility: By giving students the choice of where they sit, it encourages them to take ownership of their learning environment. They can decide what works best for them, which can help develop independence and decision-making skills.

Increases Engagement: When students are allowed to select their seating, they often feel more invested in the classroom environment. This autonomy can increase engagement and motivation to participate in class activities.

Mrs. George Reseda Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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

24 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids Leaf Floor Seat, Rocker Chair, Blue, 6-Piece • Amazon Business $80.99 2 $161.98

Materials cost

$161.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $14.82

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.43

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$209.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$36.92

Total project goal

$246.15

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