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Mrs. Aiello from Bayonne, NJ is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Seats for Thought: Transforming Social Studies with Flexible Learning Spaces

Help me give my students Flexible Floor Seating for Our Civics Class because I want to empower my students to engage, debate, and lead in groups around the classroom.

  • $437 goal

This project expired on April 17, 2025.

This project expired on April 17, 2025.

My Project

We’re reaching out to share an exciting opportunity to enrich our Social Studies class and inspire meaningful learning experiences. At our school, we strive to create an engaging and inclusive environment where students can explore, debate, and collaborate on important topics.

To help achieve this, we are seeking support to purchase flexible floor seating for our classroom.

This kind of seating supports a more dynamic and interactive learning atmosphere, allowing students to feel more comfortable expressing themselves during discussions and debates. Instead of the traditional classroom setup, flexible floor seating helps to create a welcoming circle where every voice feels valued and included. This setup encourages deeper critical thinking, collaboration, and respectful dialogue—key skills that empower students to become informed citizens and leaders of tomorrow.

Your donation would directly support this initiative, enhancing the way we approach learning and engagement in Social Studies. With your generosity, we can cultivate a space that truly reflects the democratic principles we study, where students experience firsthand the power of participation, debate, and understanding diverse perspectives.

Thank you for considering our request. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of our students and help shape the future through the power of education!

Mrs. Aiello Midtown Community School Grades 6-8

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At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

4 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Premium Floor Seat - Gray • Lakeshore Learning Materials $79.99 4 $319.96

Materials cost

$319.96

Vendor shipping charges

 $16.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$370.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$65.43

Total project goal

$436.19

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