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

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Clean Start!

Help me give my students a clean and comfortable classroom to begin the new school year!

  • $1,202 goal

This project expired on October 11, 2025.

This project expired on October 11, 2025.

My Project

Flexible seating and classroom cleanliness are far more than just aesthetic choices; they are fundamental elements that significantly impact student development. Flexible seating empowers students with autonomy, allowing them to choose learning environments that best suit their individual needs, whether it's a quiet corner for focused work, a collaborative space for group projects, or a standing desk for active learners. This sense of choice fosters increased engagement, self-regulation, and ownership over their learning, directly contributing to improved focus, reduced distractions, and enhanced academic performance. Simultaneously, a clean and organized classroom provides a calm, inviting, and healthy environment. It minimizes distractions, reduces stress, and promotes a sense of pride and respect for the shared space, leading to better concentration, fewer sick days, and ultimately, a more productive and positive learning atmosphere where students feel valued and can thrive.

Ms. Randle Shoop Academy of Math Science & Technology Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Chicago, IL 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

50 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Premium Floor Seat - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $79.99 2 $159.98
Lakeshore Flex-Space Premium Floor Seat - Orange • Lakeshore Learning Materials $79.99 2 $159.98
Mobile Dry Erase Board, 40x26 Inches Mobile Whiteboard on Wheels, Magnetic Standing White Board with Flip Chart Paper, Portable Rolling Dry Erase Board for Classroom, School, Office, Home • Amazon Business $127.99 1 $127.99
Fumete 24 Pcs 16 Inch Square Floor Pillows Cushions for Kids and Toddlers Flexible Seating for Classroom 3.6 Inch Thick Floor Pillow for Home Daycare Preschool Yoga and Meditation (Assorted Color) • Amazon Business $119.99 1 $119.99
Macarrie 60 Pieces Precut Tennis Bulk Tennis Balls for Chairs Heavy Duty Long Lasting Glide Coverings for Classroom Furniture Legs Protectors and Floor Protection(Gray) • Amazon Business $46.99 2 $93.98
Clorox Value Pack Disinfecting Wipes 35 Wipes/Canister 3/Pack 15/Carton (30112) • Staples $64.87 1 $64.87
ZEISS Pre-Moistened Lens Cleaning Wipes, 600 Count • Amazon Business $28.51 2 $57.02
Jumbo Magnetic Notebook Paper - Magnetic Lined Paper for Whiteboard, Dry Erase Notebook Poster for Teachers, Giant Reusable Handwriting Papers for Classroom and Homeschool, 23x18 - Simply Magic • Amazon Business $22.47 2 $44.94
Double Sided Dry Erase Boards, Ohuhu 30-Pack 9 x 12 Inch Whiteboards Set, Including 30 x Lap Board, 30 x Black Markers, 30 x White Boards Eraser for Students, Classroom, Back to School Supplies • Amazon Business $37.99 1 $37.99
Flipside Double Sided Magnetic Dry-Erase Mobile Whiteboard Flip Easel, 12" x 12" (FLP50005) • Quill.com $27.29 1 $27.29
Monitor Wipes, Pre-Moistened Computer Screen Wipes for Electronics, Computer Monitor Cleaning Wipes for Eyeglasses, Tablets, Camera Lenses, Laptop, Screen Cleaner Wipes for Phones, TV, LCD • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
MaxGear Whiteboard Magnets, 36 Pack Strong Refrigerator Magnets for Kitchen, School Supplies for Teachers, 3 cm Round Colored Magnetic Pieces for Classroom, Refrigerator, Office, Home (5 Colors) • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Lysol Disinfectant Spray, Sanitizing and Antibacterial Spray, For Disinfecting and Deodorizing, Spring Waterfall, 19 fl oz • Amazon Business $7.49 2 $14.98
6 Pieces Washable Microfiber Shag Dry Erase Board Eraser Microfiber Shag Whiteboard Eraser for Dry Erase Markers, Chalk, School, Home and Office (Gray, Blue, Pink) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$960.96

Vendor shipping charges

 $16.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$14.41

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,021.37

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$180.24

Total project goal

$1,201.61

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