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Ms. Michael from Lakeland, FL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Shaping Young Minds

Help me give my students this rug in their classroom where they can sit in small groups for learning, these markers, pencils and the dry eraser packets will be very beneficial to them.

  • $457 goal

This project expired on April 7, 2025.

This project expired on April 7, 2025.

My Project

What I love about my student is that I love the curiosity and creativity that each students bring to the classroom. Their unique personalities and diverse backgrounds make everyday in the classroom Exciting and rewarding.

A rug can create a welcoming and comfortable space for students to gather , engage in group activities, or have flexible learning opportunities outside of the traditional desks.

It encourages collaboration and creates an environment where they feel at ease to express themselves.

A pencil is a fundamental tool in the learning process. It allows students to jot down ideas, solve problems, and practice writing and drawing.

A marker offers the ability for students to present their thoughts visually and more boldly, whether it’s through drawing, brainstorming, or making presentations.

My goal for this project is to create an environment where students feel motivated, comfortable, and inspired to learn, By providing tools like rug, pencil and marker.

My students are special because each student has their own strengths, interests, and challenges, and that diversity is what make my classroom so dynamic.

My students and I would like to that you very much for you donation and we really appreciate the donation. Thank you.

Ms. Michael Griffin Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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Lakeland, FL 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

Never Before Funded 20 students impacted

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Color Rings Colorful Children's Area Rug for Kids Room Circle Seating Décor, Play Carpet for Teaching and Playing, Seats 24, 7'6" x 12', Black • Amazon Business $284.21 1 $284.21
Nutsball Dry Erase Pockets Reusable Sleeves 30 Pack - Heavy Duty Oversized 10" x 14" Clear Plastic Sheet Protectors - Job Ticket Holders Assorted Colors - Teacher Supplies for Classroom • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Enday #2 Pencils Bulk - 300 Pack, Pre-Sharpened Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk with Latex-Free Eraser Top, Yellow Pencils for Office and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $24.79 1 $24.79
IHPUKIDI Magnetic Dry Erase Markers Fine Point Tip, 96-Pack Whiteboard Markers Dry Erase Marker with Eraser Cap, Low Odor Whiteboard Markers, Thin Dry Erase Markers for Kids Teachers • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99

Materials cost

$352.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.29

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$388.27

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$68.52

Total project goal

$456.79

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