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Ms. Trotman from Laurel MD is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Can I Sit on the Carpet?

Help me give my students flexible seating in our classroom to promote engagement, support movement, and autonomy.

  • $478 goal

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My Project

I have some of the most endearing second-grade scholars! They are curious, creative, and supportive of one another. Best of all, they are excited about learning.

As many 7-8-year-olds are, my students are very active.

One part of staying engaged in learning includes opportunities for movement and choice! A common request I get during independent work time or partner work is, "Ms. T, can I sit on the carpet?". Flexible seating options would provide my students with additional movement opportunities and autonomy to decide which setting is best for them to remain engaged in learning and be accountable for their work.

We are fortunate to have a new carpet in our classroom, but sitting on it for an extended time can be rough on derrières and knees! Thick floor cushions are a perfect solution and can also be used throughout the classroom to create more spaces for collaboration.

Finally, for my most active students (who enjoy moving their bodies while they work), wobble stools can provide them with opportunities for movement that would not disrupt or interfere with others' learning.

Ms. Trotman
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids ACE Active Core Engagement Wobble Stool, Flexible Seating, 15-Inch Seat Height, Powder Blue • Amazon Business $64.99 2 $129.98
CR4Kids ACE Active Core Engagement Wobble Stool, Flexible Seating, 15-Inch Seat Height, Blue • Amazon Business $64.99 2 $129.98
SoftScape 15 inch Square Floor Cushions with Handles; Flexible Seating for In-Home Distance Learning, Daycare, Preschool, Classroom; 2 inch Thick Deluxe Foam (6-Piece) - Contemporary • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99

Materials cost

$349.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $21.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$406.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$71.68

Total project goal

$477.88

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $477.88

2 Donors

-$159.29

Donations toward project cost

-$135.40

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$23.89

match offer

-$318.59

Match offer toward project cost

-$270.80

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$47.79

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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