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Ms. Kelley from Hartford, CT is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Spot to Learn, a Place to Shine!

Help me give my students a carpet and vacuum to create a clean, cozy, and welcoming learning space where they can gather comfortably for stories, lessons, and group activities.

  • $531 goal

This project expired on August 20, 2025.

This project expired on August 20, 2025.

My Project

I love how curious, energetic, and full of joy my kindergarten students are. Every day, they come to school ready to learn, explore, and connect with one another. They thrive in environments that feel safe, warm, and welcoming—and that's exactly what I want to provide for them.

The carpet will give my students a soft, defined space to gather for stories, whole-group lessons, and circle time.

Having this cozy spot helps them focus, feel connected, and build a sense of classroom community.

The vacuum will help me keep our classroom clean and healthy, especially since we spend so much time learning and playing on the floor. A tidy environment helps students stay focused and reduces distractions, giving them the best chance to succeed every day.

Ms. Kelley Capital Preparatory Magnet 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

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Hartford, CT 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

23 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Rainbow Smileys in Black Criss-Cross Applesauce Educational Area Rug for Kids Room, Children's Classroom for Teaching & Playroom, 7'6" x 12', Black & Multi, Seats 28 • Amazon Business $319.99 1 $319.99
Kenmore 21.6V Lightweight 2-in-1 Vacuum, Hybrid, HEPA Filter, Lithium Ion Battery, 2-Speed Settings, Combo Tool Cordless Stick Vac, Purple • Amazon Business $94.76 1 $94.76

Materials cost

$414.75

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.22

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$450.97

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$79.58

Total project goal

$530.55

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