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Ms. Jer from San Francisco, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Comfort and Choices in the Library

Help me give my students flexible seating opportunities in our school library. Each student will be able to choose where to sit, which will increase student engagement, comfort, and motivation to read.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Jer's classroom raised $2,622

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My Project

Flexible seating offers numerous benefits for students, including promoting independence, providing choices, and creating a more comfortable learning environment. This arrangement allows students to take control of their reading experiences by making decisions that suit them best. For some students, traditional chairs can be uncomfortable, which can distract them from their reading time.

Implementing flexible seating will help foster a more positive library community.

The goal of this project is to equip students with tools that enhance their engagement, focus, and self-regulation, ultimately leading to more effective and enjoyable reading experiences. By allowing students to choose their reading spots on the carpet, use pillows, sit on wobbly chairs at tables, or use floor chairs, we can help them discover the environments that work best for their reading.

Our school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive community where a diverse student population, including those with various special needs, can learn and grow together. We believe this enriches the educational experience for everyone and makes our school library a special place for our students.

Ms. Jer Lafayette Elementary School Grades 3-5 San Francisco, CA View local requests

More than a third of 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

540 students impacted 28donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flex-Space Premium Floor Seat - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $79.99 12 $959.88
Flex-Space Premium Floor Seat - Orange • Lakeshore Learning Materials $79.99 12 $959.88
Fumete 12 Pcs Floor Pillows Cushions Seating 15 x 15 Inches Color Round Seat Reading Floor Chair Cushions for Kids Adults Classroom Home School Playing Supplies(Bright Color) • Amazon Business $66.99 1 $66.99

Materials cost

$1,986.75

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $181.79

3rd party payment processing fee

$29.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,228.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$393.24

Total project goal

$2,621.58

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $2,621.58

26 Donors

-$2,282.53

Donations toward project cost

-$2,014.15

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$268.38

match offer

-$252.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$214.20

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.80

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$87.06

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 $0.00

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