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Ms. Castleberry from Alexandria, AL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Comfy Spot to Learn a Lot!

Help me give my students flexible seating to increase focus and give them a comfortable learning environment.

  • $596 goal

This project expired on September 3, 2025.

This project expired on September 3, 2025.

My Project

My students are energetic, creative, and full of potential. Every day, they come into our classroom ready to learn, explore, and grow bringing with them diverse backgrounds, unique perspectives, and big dreams. They work hard, support one another, and bring joy and curiosity to everything we do. What I love most about them is their willingness to keep trying, even when things get tough. They are resilient, kind, and incredibly deserving of a classroom space that helps them thrive.

Our classroom is a busy hub of activity, collaboration, and independent learning.

However, we currently lack a comfortable space where students can relax, focus, read and recharge while still being engaged. These cozy chairs and table would make a huge difference, it would give students a welcoming spot to read, work on assignments, or take a mindful break when they need it. For many of my students, school is their safe place and creating a warm, inviting environment is one of the best ways I can support their emotional well-being and academic growth. Having these comfy chairs in our classroom would also encourage flexible seating, proven to help students stay motivated and feel more in control of their learning. Whether it's reading a good book or collaborating with a peer, this simple addition would go a long way toward making our classroom feel magical.

Thank you for considering a donation to help give my students the comfy spot they deserve to learn a lot.

Ms. Castleberry Alexandria Middle School Grades 3-5

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

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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.

Alexandria, AL 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

80 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Container Furniture Direct Velvet Barrel Accent Chair with Scalloped Silhouette and Gold Metal Legs, Decorative Piece Suitable for Traditional, Modern, and Contemporary Spaces, Greenish Blue • Amazon Business $143.11 2 $286.22
Simpli Home Toby - accent side table - round - gold • Best Buy Education $147.99 1 $147.99

Materials cost

$434.21

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $35.39

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.51

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$506.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$89.31

Total project goal

$595.42

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