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Ms. Whitley from Snow Camp, NC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Learning Space That Inspires Maturity and Active Participation

Help me give my students new furniture for fifth graders: creating a learning space that inspires maturity and active participation.

  • 8 donors
  • $9970 still needed,
    thanks to a match offer.

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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

At our Title I school, we are committed to ensuring that every student, regardless of their background, has access to an inspiring and effective learning environment. As we work to help our fifth graders become more responsible and engaged learners, we've realized that one area requiring urgent attention is our classroom furniture. Our current furniture is outdated and does not support the active, collaborative learning we want to foster.

Our students often sit at desks that are too small, unsteady, and do not allow for flexible movement.

This makes it difficult for them to stay focused and engaged during lessons. To promote their growth into mature, responsible learners, we aim to provide them with modern, comfortable, and versatile furniture that encourages active participation and ownership of their learning environment.

Here’s how new furniture will benefit our students:

- *Flexible Student Desks: Lightweight, adjustable desks that can easily be reconfigured for group activities, individual work, or class discussions. These desks will help students transition smoothly between tasks and encourage teamwork.

- *Ergonomic Chairs: Comfortable chairs that promote good posture and help students remain focused during extended learning sessions.

- *Standing Desks: Providing students with the option to stand while working will foster energy and concentration throughout the day.

- *Storage Solutions: Accessible storage that allows students to organize their supplies, promoting responsibility and independence.

With these upgrades, students will be able to collaborate more effectively, take ownership of their learning space, and develop a greater sense of responsibility and maturity. The improved environment will foster better focus, leading to stronger academic performance.

Your generous donation will have a lasting impact on our students' educational experience, helping them thrive both academically and personally. Thank you for supporting this initiative!

Ms. Whitley
Never Before Funded Never Before Funded Grades 3-5
  • Sylvan Elementary School
  • Snow Camp, NC
    • 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

    This project will reach 50 students.

    8 donors have given to this project.

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Ergo Chair Trapezoid Table Zone - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $2,349.00 4 $9,396.00
Lakeshore Flex-Space Ergo Bounce Cantilever Chair - 17 1/2" - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $169.00 20 $3,380.00
Lakeshore Flex-Space Standing Desk Small-Group Zone • Lakeshore Learning Materials $2,189.00 1 $2,189.00
Foot Fidget FootFidget Standing Desk Conversion Kit 2.0, For Legs 7/8 Inch in Diameter - Wood - Grades 1-12 - Adult • School Specialty $95.02 10 $950.20

Materials cost

$15,915.20

Vendor shipping charges

 $843.27

Sales tax

 $1,241.39

3rd party payment processing fee

$238.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$18,268.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$3,223.87

Total project goal

$21,492.46

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $21,492.46

7 Donors

-$775.00

Donations toward project cost

-$662.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$112.50

Alamance Community Foundation and Impact Alamance match offer

-$775.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$658.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$116.25

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $19,938.05

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