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Ms. Melba Resendez from Brownsville TX is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating Comfort: Providing a Cozy Rug for Our Counseling Room

Help me give my students a new area rug for our group counseling presentations.

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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

In our classroom, we strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where students feel comfortable, supported, and inspired to learn. However, our current space is lacking a crucial element of comfort: a cozy rug. That's why we're reaching out for your support to fund the purchase of a rug for our classroom.

A rug may seem like a simple addition, but its impact on our learning environment cannot be overstated.

Firstly, a rug provides a designated gathering space for students during group activities, discussions, and story time. Instead of sitting on hard floors or uncomfortable chairs, students can gather on the rug, fostering a sense of community and collaboration.

Moreover, a rug enhances the aesthetic appeal of our classroom, transforming it into a cozy and inviting space that students look forward to entering each day. By creating a visually pleasing environment, we can stimulate students' creativity and imagination, making learning more enjoyable and engaging.

Beyond aesthetics, a rug also serves practical purposes. It provides a soft and comfortable surface for students to sit or lie on during independent work or quiet reading time. This can help reduce discomfort and fatigue, allowing students to focus better and stay more attentive during lessons.

In conclusion, a rug is much more than just a decorative accessory for our classroom. It is a valuable investment in creating a comfortable, inviting, and conducive learning environment for our students. With your generous support, we can enhance our classroom experience and empower our students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Thank you for considering our project.

Ms. Melba Resendez
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Carpets for Kids 61818 Choose Kind Chalkboard Look Classroom Rug 8ft x 12ft Rectangle Black • Amazon Business $390.95 1 $390.95

Materials cost

$390.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.86

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$426.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$75.32

Total project goal

$502.13

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 $502.13

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