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Mrs. Hohenbrink from Ottoville, OH is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Classroom That Feels Like Home

Help me give my students an inviting space to feel comfotable for their first year at school!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Hohenbrink's classroom raised $418

This project is fully funded

My Project

A classroom rug can be a valuable addition to a kindergarten classroom for several important reasons. First and foremost, it provides a designated space for group activities such as story time, circle time, and classroom discussions. Young children thrive on routine and structure, and having a consistent gathering area helps them understand expectations and feel secure in their.

Secondly, a rug creates a comfortable, soft surface where students can sit, play, and learn.

This is particularly beneficial for young children who spend a lot of time on the floor during hands-on activities. A rug can also help reduce noise levels by absorbing sound, making the classroom a calmer and more focused learning space.

Overall, a classroom rug enhances the physical environment and supports the social, emotional, and cognitive development of kindergarten students.

Mrs. Hohenbrink Ottoville Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Ottoville, OH 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

18 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Daisies on Black Criss-Cross Applesauce Educational Area Rug for Kids Room, Children's Classroom, Play Carpet for Teaching and Playroom, 7'6" x 12', Seats 32 • Amazon Business $319.99 1 $319.99

Materials cost

$319.99

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$354.79

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$62.61

Total project goal

$417.40

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$417.40

3 Donors

-$357.67

Donations toward project cost

-$312.29

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$45.38

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$9.73

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$0.00

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