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Mrs. Henderson from Rosedale, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Seating Solutions: Enhancing Learning Through Flexibility and Engagement

Help me give my students flexible seating options to support mobility, attention, and engagement, fostering improved behavior and learning outcomes.

  • $1,597 goal

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My Project

Our scholars are exceptional learners who thrive in an environment that accommodates their active and mobile nature. With boundless energy and a zest for exploration, traditional seating arrangements often restrain their ability to engage fully with the learning process. That's why we're seeking support for our project to provide specialized seating solutions tailored to their unique needs.

The specific items we're requesting, such as ergonomic wobble stools, adjustable height desks, and portable cushions, will revolutionize their learning experience.

By offering dynamic seating options, we aim to enhance their comfort and focus, allowing them to channel their energy constructively throughout the day. These innovative tools will empower our scholars to move, sway, and shift positions seamlessly, fostering better circulation, improved concentration, and enhanced retention of information.

Our primary goal for this project is to create an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that supports the diverse needs of our students. We strive to promote active engagement, stimulate curiosity, and nurture a love for learning among our scholars. By implementing flexible seating solutions, we aim to cultivate a classroom atmosphere where every student feels valued, empowered, and capable of reaching their full potential.

What makes our students truly special is their remarkable resilience, boundless creativity, and insatiable thirst for knowledge. Despite facing challenges associated with traditional learning environments, they exhibit unwavering determination and a relentless passion for discovery. With the right support and resources, our scholars have the potential to achieve remarkable feats and make significant contributions to their communities and beyond.

Mrs. Henderson PS 38 Rosedale Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Rosedale, NY 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

HBCU Alum 12 students impacted 8donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Lounge & Learn Couch for Two - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $549.00 1 $549.00
Kore Kids Junior Wobble Chair - Flexible Seating Stool for Classroom, Elementary School, ADD/ADHD - Made in The USA - Junior- Age 8-9, Grade 3-4, Black (16in) • Amazon Business $82.99 2 $165.98
Mount-It 28 W Adjustable Steel Standing Desk Black (MI-7940) • Staples $147.38 1 $147.38
Wiggle Feet Sensory Cushion • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 3 $89.97
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Gray • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Orange • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
KICK BANDS Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet - Fidget Chair Bands for Kids 12-Pack - Kickbands ADHD Band for Classroom Chairs & Desks - Solace Sensory Kickband (BLUE) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Materials cost

$1,262.28

Vendor shipping charges

 $45.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$18.93

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,357.16

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$239.50

Total project goal

$1,596.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,596.66

6 Donors

-$821.13

Donations toward project cost

-$701.71

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$119.42

match offer

-$771.12

Match offer toward project cost

-$655.45

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$115.67

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

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 $0.00

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