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

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A Better Seat at the Table of Learning!

Help me give my students flexible seating options in the library so they can read, learn, and collaborate in comfort because a cozy, student-friendly space supports focus, creativity, and a love of learning for all!

  • $3,228 goal

This project expired on October 15, 2025.

This project expired on October 15, 2025.

My Project

Our school library is more than just a place for books — it’s a hub for discovery, collaboration, and creativity. Flexible seating allows students to choose where and how they learn best. By funding this project, you’ll be transforming the library into an inclusive, student-centered environment where all learners feel comfortable, focused, and engaged.

Many students thrive when given options beyond traditional desks or rigid chairs.

Bean bags, floor cushions, wobble stools, and soft seating create a welcoming atmosphere that supports different learning styles, especially for students with sensory needs or attention challenges. Flexible seating also encourages student ownership of their learning space and builds critical soft skills like collaboration, responsibility, and decision-making.

With this project, our library will become a more dynamic space — one that reflects how students learn today. Whether they’re working on group projects, diving into a good book, or exploring a new topic through hands-on activities, students will benefit from an environment designed with their comfort and success in mind.

Your support will directly impact how students feel about learning — making the library a space they’re excited to come to, every single day.

Mrs. Murray Kenneth L Rutherford Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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.

Monticello, NY View local requests

Nearly all 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

500 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flex-Space Comfy Floor Table Zone - Gray Chairs • Lakeshore Learning Materials $669.00 1 $669.00
Flex-Space Independent Floor Work Space Bundle - Gray • Lakeshore Learning Materials $312.55 1 $312.55
Flex-Space Giant Comfy Pillows - Set of 3 Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $289.00 1 $289.00
Flex-Space Jumbo Beanbag Seat - Green (36"w x 34"h) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $229.00 1 $229.00
Flex-Space Jumbo Beanbag Seat - Orange (36"w x 34"h) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $229.00 1 $229.00
Flex-Space Jumbo Beanbag Seat - Blue (36"w x 34"h) • Lakeshore Learning Materials $229.00 1 $229.00
Flex-Space Premium Wobble Chair - 18" - Gray • Lakeshore Learning Materials $109.99 1 $109.99
Flex-Space Premium Wobble Chair - 18" - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $109.99 1 $109.99
Flex-Space Premium Wobble Chair - 18" - Orange • Lakeshore Learning Materials $109.99 1 $109.99
Flex-Space Premium Wobble Chair - 18" - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $109.99 1 $109.99
Flex-Space Wobble Cushion - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 2 $49.98
Flex-Space Wobble Cushion - Orange • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 2 $49.98
Flex-Space Wobble Cushion - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 2 $49.98

Materials cost

$2,547.45

Vendor shipping charges

 $127.37

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$38.21

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,743.03

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$484.06

Total project goal

$3,227.09

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