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Ms. Lilly from Oakland, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Classroom Enhancment

Help me give my students flexible seating, organizational materials, and mounting supplies to install relaxing lighting.

  • $616 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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.

Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Students

My creative, bright, and deserving 11th grade students have recently immigrated to the U.S. to pursue safer, more prosperous futures. 22% of students at OIHS are refugees who have escaped some of the world’s most violent and protracted conflicts. My students come from diverse countries including Guatemala, Mexico, Honduras, El Salvador, Yemen, Eritrea, Pakistan, China, and Afghanistan, and are learning English. For some students, access to education in their home countries was limited or denied. Our school is a full-service community school, which means we focus heavily on social and emotional wellness, providing and connecting families to essential resources.

I strive to create the best possible learning environment for my amazing students-- a welcoming space full of opportunities, supplies, and comfort.

After moving to OIHS and resettling in a new classroom, I'm trying to rebuild my classroom. I need your help to purchase some items to create a beautiful, organized learning environment.

My Project

The items I have requested will make my classroom more inviting, warm, organized, and comfortable. One example of an item that will make a big difference are a class set of lightweight stools. Our classroom chairs are sturdy and very heave. In contrast the stools can be easily moved so kids can work in small groups and volunteers can carry move around and help students one-on-one. The chairs will also be critical for conducting community circles. Countless studies show the benefit of restorative circles to build community and increase learning. Because we don't have easy to move chairs, we can't do many circles.

Circles are the foundation to a healthy classroom.

In circles we grow community, practice hard reduction, and build trust. The stools will make circles easy to set up and even move outside so students get to breathe fresh air and enjoy sunshine.

Ms. Lilly Oakland International High School Grades 9-12

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. Lilly

Oakland, CA 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

90 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Norwood Commercial Furniture Assorted Contemporary Color Stacking Stool Set – Stackable Nesting Stools/Chairs for Kids and Adults- Flexible Seating for Home Office, Classrooms (Pack of 4) • Amazon Business $64.96 4 $259.84
mDesign Plastic Home Storage Drawer Organizer Basket Bin for Cube Furniture Shelving in Office, Closet, Bedroom, Laundry Room, Nursery, Kids Toy Room Shelf - Ligne Collection - 8 Pack - Clear • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Big Joe Classic Beanbag Smartmax, Sapphire • Amazon Business $34.07 1 $34.07
Command Ceiling Hooks, 3-Hooks, 4-Foam Strips per Pack, 4 Packs Total, Decorate Damage-Free • Amazon Business $13.99 2 $27.98
Flagover Soft Area Rug for Bedroom, Fluffy Shaggy 4x6 Black Carpet for Living Room Furry Plush Carpets New Upgraded Christmas Fuzzy Rugs for Boys Girls Furry Home Dorm Decor Nordic Floor Mats • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Goodcook 1/2 Gallon Plastic Straining Pitcher Square Lid with 3 Strainers and Close No Spill, Dishwasher Safe, White • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$445.86

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $40.80

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.69

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$523.35

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$92.36

Total project goal

$615.71

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $615.71

1 Donor

-$307.86

Donations toward project cost

-$261.68

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$46.18

match offer

-$307.85

Match offer toward project cost

-$261.67

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$46.18

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 $0.00

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