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Mrs. Waldrup from Laurel, MS is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating an Inclusive Learning Environment: Essential Furniture for SPED Success

Help me give my students a circle time rug and cube chairs to sit safely in during instruction time.

  • $1,633 goal

This project expired on August 20, 2025.

This project expired on August 20, 2025.

My Project

A big, colorful rug will help establish clear boundaries in my classroom, which is especially helpful for students with autism or ADHD who may feel overwhelmed with open or unstructured spaces. The soft texture offers tactile input that can be soothing to students with sensory processing disorders. Sitting or lying on a rug can provide a sense of comfort and security, reducing anxiety and promoting focus. This rug will be the gathering spot for circle time, small group activities, or peer interaction. Cube chairs have firm, supportive sides and a defined seating area, which helps students feel secure and grounded, especially those students who struggle with balance.

My goal for this project is to provide furniture that supports the diverse physical, sensory, and emotional needs of students with disabilities.

By using specialized seating and calming spaces (like rugs and cube chairs) students will stay regulated and attentive during lessons.

My students are special because they bring unique perspectives, strength, and resilience to the classroom. They enjoy participating in the school setting. The joy they show when they are in the classroom makes it so rewarding to give them the things they need to be successful on a daily basis.

Mrs. Waldrup East Jones Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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.

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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

10 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore 3-In-1 Chair Set - Versatile Indoor/Outdoor Seating for Classrooms • Lakeshore Learning Materials $379.00 2 $758.00
Reading Letters Library Rug - 8'4" x 13'4" • Teachers' School Supply $416.46 1 $416.46

Materials cost

$1,174.46

Vendor shipping charges

 $83.71

Sales tax

 $82.21

3rd party payment processing fee

$17.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,388.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$244.94

Total project goal

$1,632.94

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