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

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Seats That Move, Minds That Groove!

Help me give my students flexible seating options; including standing desks, adjustable stools, and chair bands so they can move, focus, and learn in comfort.

  • $1,235 goal

This project expired on June 10, 2025.

This project expired on June 10, 2025.

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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

My 8th graders are full of energy, curiosity, and big ideas! But let’s be real sitting in stiff chairs all day isn’t exactly the best setup for learning. Some students need to move, some focus better when they can stand, and others just need a little flexibility to stay engaged. That’s why I’m excited to bring flexible seating into our classroom!

With rolling swivel chairs, adjustable stools, standing desks, and fidget bands, my students will have options that work for them.

The rolling chairs make it easy to collaborate, the stools let them wiggle while they work, the standing desks give them a break from sitting, and the fidget bands help students who need to move their legs while focusing. It’s all about giving them choices so they can do their best learning.

My goal? To create a classroom that works for my students, not the other way around. When they’re comfortable and able to move, they stay more engaged, participate more, and learn better. This setup will make a huge difference, especially for students who struggle with focus or just learn better when they’re not stuck in a traditional desk.

These kids are smart, creative, and always thinking outside the box. They deserve a classroom that supports them! Your donation will help give them the tools they need to focus, collaborate, and feel comfortable while learning. Thank you for helping make our classroom a better place!

Mrs. Mercado Junior High School 127 Castle Hill Grades 6-8

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

Equity Focus

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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Bronx, NY View local requests

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

30 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Union & Scale? Essentials 24"W Rectangular Adjustable Standing Desk, Natural (FWS07-2) • Quill.com $164.99 2 $329.98
BestOffice Ergonomic Office Chair Desk Chair Mesh Computer Chair Armless Back Support Modern Executive Rolling Swivel Chair with Lumbar Support（Black） • Amazon Business $38.99 5 $194.95
Kore Design Kids Tall Adjustable Chair - RED • Teachers' School Supply $138.15 1 $138.15
Kore Design Kids Tall Adjustable Chair - PURPLE • Teachers' School Supply $138.15 1 $138.15
Kore Design Kids Tall Adjustable Chair - GREEN • Teachers' School Supply $138.15 1 $138.15
Berlune 24 Pcs Classroom Chair Bands Fidget Chairs and Desks Bands ADHD Autism Tools Bounce Flexible Seating for Classroom(Rainbow, 1 mm) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99

Materials cost

$959.37

Vendor shipping charges

 $45.59

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.39

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,049.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$185.18

Total project goal

$1,234.53

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