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Mrs. Thompson from Spartanburg, SC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calm Classroom Refresh

Help me give my students a calm environment to increase learning and productivity for the 2025-2026 school year.

  • $490 goal

This project expired on September 12, 2025.

This project expired on September 12, 2025.

My Project

I’m working to refresh my middle school ELA classroom for the 2025–2026 school year, and I need your help!

I aim to transform my room into a calm, welcoming environment using soft, light colors and thoughtful design that supports focus, creativity, and comfort.

Our students spend so much time learning, reading, writing, and growing in this room. This project will bring in soothing decor and organization tools, flexible, student-friendly furniture, and a peaceful color palette to reduce stress and boost engagement.

With your support, we can give students a space that feels more like a second home—one that says, “You are safe here. You are important here. You can thrive here.”

Every donation brings us closer to a classroom that reflects the care and creativity we hope to inspire in every student. Whether you give $5 or $50, it makes a difference!

Thank you for helping us build a better space for brighter minds.

Mrs. Thompson J.G. McCracken Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Spartanburg, SC 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

100 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Nourison Courtyard Jute 9' x 12' Area Rug - Easy Clean, Non Shedding, Bed Room, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen (9' x 12') • Amazon Business $162.35 1 $162.35
AMZASA Plug in Chandelier Boho Woven Hemp Rope Wooden Beaded Farmhosue Hanging Pendant Light Fixture with 14.8FT Cord On/Off Switch 3 Lights for Nursery Bedroom Living Room Dining Room UL Listed • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
Seealle Modern Green Table Lamps Set of 2 - Bedside Lamps for Night Stands, 19.4" Bedroom Lamp for Living Room Sage Green Lamps with Rocker Swtich • Amazon Business $56.99 1 $56.99
Teacher Created Resources Woven 10 Pocket Chart (34" x 44") (TCR20105) • Amazon Business $28.13 1 $28.13
Retisee 12 Pcs 10 Inch Print Woven Paper Lanterns Round Chinese Burlap Paper Lanterns Boho Hanging Decorative Farmhouse Classroom Decor Home Sweet Classroom Birthday Party Ceremonial Event • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Theper Blue Modern Striped Wallpaper Peel and Stick Wallpaper Boho 17.3"×78.8" Simple Removable Self Adhesive Wall Paper for Bedroom Waterproof White and Blue Contact Paper Vinyl • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98

Materials cost

$355.43

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$25.06

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$415.82

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.38

Total project goal

$489.20

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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