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Ms. Samantha Ruiz from Pembroke Pines, FL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Bright and Cozy Learning Corner for Curious Minds!

Help me give my students by creating a bright, cozy, and flexible learning space where my students can feel comfortable, focused, and inspired every day!"

  • $629 goal

This project expired on September 13, 2025.

This project expired on September 13, 2025.

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.

My Project

Next school year, I want to create a welcoming, student-centered classroom where my learners feel safe, comfortable, and inspired. With your support, I can provide my students with flexible seating, cozy lighting, and essential writing materials like markers and pens to help them express their creativity and stay engaged. The soft rug and ambient LED lights will help transform our room into a calming space where learning and imagination can flourish. Every item on this list is chosen with purpose—to spark joy, boost focus, and build a community where every child feels at home.

Ms. Samantha Ruiz Franklin Academy Pembroke Pines (K-12) Grades 9-12

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.

Pembroke Pines, FL View local requests

More than half 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

20 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Happy Squares Educational Area Rug for Kids Room Seating Décor, Children's Classroom, Play Carpet for Teaching and Playroom, Seats 20, 6' x 8'4", Blue & Multi Color • Amazon Business $219.99 1 $219.99
ECR4Kids SoftZone Toddler Modular Stool Set, Flexible Seating, Contemporary, 6-Piece • Amazon Business $110.49 1 $110.49
Lewtemi 4 Pcs Flexible Seating Yoga Ball Chair for Classroom 16.8 Inch Inflatable Donut Ball Chair with Inflator for Kids Student Sensory Balance Autistic Children and Office Exercise • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Paper Mate Flair Felt Pens, Medium Point, 0.7mm, Assorted Ink, 24/Pack (1978998) • Quill.com $27.19 1 $27.19
Expo Dry Erase Markers Chisel Tip Black 36/Pack (1920940) • Staples $23.74 1 $23.74
FONEWE Led Lights for Bedroom 50FT LED Strip Lights Bluetooth Music Sync RGB Led Lights with APP Control Color Changing Led Light Strip for Room Decoration Halloween Christmas Strip Lights • Amazon Business $6.99 3 $20.97
Juvale Colored Sentence Strips for Teacher Supplies, Classroom, Lined Paper Borders for Writing Words (5 Colors, 3 x 24 Inch) - 100 Pack • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Crayola Take Note! Chisel-Tip Dry-Erase Markers - 12 Count - Low Odor, Bold Colors, Ink Level Indicator - Classroom Art Supplies for Teachers, Students & Kids Ages 3+ • Kaplan Early Learning Company $15.26 1 $15.26
Dry Erase Eraser, CUTEFA 16 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers, Mini Whiteboard Eraser, Dry Erase Board Erasers, White Board Erasers for Kids Classroom (2 x 2 x 0.79 Inch) (16Pcs-Space) • Amazon Business $6.64 2 $13.28
Paper Mate Flair Felt Pens, Medium Point, 0.7mm, Assorted Ink, Dozen (74423) • Quill.com $9.49 1 $9.49

Materials cost

$496.39

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.45

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$533.84

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$94.21

Total project goal

$628.05

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

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