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Ms. Rodriguez from Ogden, UT is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Comfortable Classroom for Better Study Habits and Relaxation

Help me give my students a futon sofa for a welcoming and supportive environment, allowing them to better handle stress, sharpen their focus, and boost their overall well-being.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Rodriguez's classroom raised $581

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.

My Project

Introducing flexible seating options, such as bean bags and a comfortable couch, gives students the freedom to select spaces where they feel most at ease and focused. This flexibility is designed to help alleviate stress and anxiety, making it easier for students to be fully present and engaged in their learning.

Additionally, a classroom locker filled with snacks serves as a rewarding incentive for students who complete their work, reinforcing good study habits and promotes a positive work ethic.

This element adds a touch of fun to the classroom, making it a space where students feel motivated to learn.

By fostering a supportive and inviting atmosphere, we aim to create a learning environment that is not only physically comfortable but also emotionally nurturing. The addition of flexible seating and a cozy study corner goes beyond simply enhancing the physical layout; it helps cultivate a culture of care, empathy, and mutual respect within our classroom.

Our goal is to empower students to manage their stress more effectively, sharpen their focus, and improve their overall well-being. In doing so, we hope to encourage them to support one another in their studies, thereby strengthening school relationships and contributing to a more collaborative and harmonious learning community.

Ms. Rodriguez Mount Ogden Junior High School Grades 6-8 Ogden, UT View local requests

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

200 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Novogratz Brittany Futon Sofa Bed and Couch Sleeper, Black Faux Leather • Amazon Business $202.74 1 $202.74
Frito Lay Variety Corn Chips 30 Bags/Pack 2 Packs/Box (FRI70227) • Staples $52.66 1 $52.66
Large Small Lazy Sofas Cover Chairs Without Filler Linen Cloth Lounger Seat Bean Bag Pouf Puff Couch Tatami Living Room Beanbags (Black, 85x105cm) • Amazon Business $21.80 2 $43.60
Gatorade Thirst Quencher Assorted Flavor Liquid Sports Drink 20 Fl. oz 12/Carton (QUA20162) • Staples $19.11 2 $38.22
Takis Fuego Corn Chips 1 oz. 46 Bags/Pack (220-02045) • Staples $33.21 1 $33.21
Bulk Assorted Fruit Candy - Starburst, Skittles, Gummy Life Savers, Air Heads, Jolly Rancher, Sour Punch, Haribo Gold-Bears, Gummy Bears & Twizzlers (32 Oz Variety Pack) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Sour Patch Kids Assorted Gummy Candy 240 (AMC4314700) • Staples $20.78 1 $20.78
Hershey's Party Pack Miniatures Reese's, Hershey's, KitKAt & Reese's Pieces Milk Chocolate Variety, 33.38 oz. (HEC39991) • Quill.com $19.59 1 $19.59
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Lunch Snacks, On-the-Go Snacks, Snack Stacks, Variety Pack, 19.3oz Box (27 Cups)​​ • Amazon Business $11.95 1 $11.95
True Clear Purified Bottled Water 8 fl. oz. Bottles 24/Carton (TC54595) • Staples $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$456.73

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$493.58

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$87.10

Total project goal

$580.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $580.68

2 Donors

-$494.33

Donations toward project cost

-$493.58

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.75

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$86.35

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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