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Ms. Mya from Plainfield, IL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Rug for Connection, Conversation, and Community

Help me give my students a large classroom rug where we can gather daily for morning meetings, discussions, and read-alouds—a welcoming space that builds community, comfort, and connection in our classroom.

  • $260 goal

This project expired on September 29, 2025.

This project expired on September 29, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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 students are eager learners who benefit from communication, comfort, structure, and a strong sense of classroom community. This large rug will serve as our daily gathering place for morning meetings, whole-group discussions, read-alouds, and shared learning experiences. It will help establish a consistent routine and provide a designated space where every student feels included, respected, and valued. Having a comfortable, defined area to sit together will help students stay more focused, engaged, and ready to participate throughout the day. This rug is not just a classroom item—it’s a powerful tool to support meaningful communication, encourage collaboration, and build a positive, inclusive classroom culture from the ground up.

Ms. Mya Freedom Elementary School Grades 3-5 Plainfield, IL View local requests 25 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
nuLOOM Lisa Floral Indoor/Outdoor Area Rug, 9x11, Multi • Amazon Business $188.04 1 $188.04

Materials cost

$188.04

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$220.86

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$38.98

Total project goal

$259.84

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