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Ms. Brown from Philadelphia, PA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating Our Cozy and Exciting 2nd Grade Learning Space!

Help me give my students a carpet, chairs, cubby bins, and other items to create a place where curiosity is nurtured, creativity is celebrated, and every child feels safe and loved so that students can learn and grow confident in a caring environment.

  • $703 goal

This project expired on October 22, 2025.

This project expired on October 22, 2025.

My Project

I love my students' curiosity, resilience, and unique perspectives. This inspires me every day to create a positive and engaging learning environment. A colorful, comfortable rug makes the classroom feel welcoming and cozy, encouraging students to feel more at ease and eager to participate.

The flexible seating arrangement will significantly enhance students' learning experiences by allowing students to choose seating that best suits their comfort and learning style.

This approach promotes increased focus, collaboration, and independence, helping students feel more comfortable and motivated. When students have the option to sit on the rug, at desks, or in different seats, they often feel more motivated and engaged in lessons and discussions. Ultimately, flexible seating will support my student-centered classroom so that everyone can thrive.

Ms. Brown Dr Ethel Allen Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Philadelphia, PA View local requests

Nearly all 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

HBCU Alum Never Before Funded 25 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Pastel Rainbow Smileys on Notebook Educational Area Rug for Kids Room Seating Décor, Children's Classroom, Play Carpet for Teaching and Playroom, 5' x 7'6", Multi • Amazon Business $159.99 1 $159.99
Urban Lifestyle Velvet Channel Stitch Saucer Chair, Grey • Amazon Business $49.99 2 $99.98
Outus 24 Pcs Plastic Small Cubby Bins with Lids Toy Storage Bins Classroom Storage Organizer Containers Books Bins With 15 Sheets Self Adhesive Labels for Classroom School Supplies(Macaron) • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Storex Classroom Project Box, 13-1/4 x 15-1/4 x 3-1/4 Inches, Clear, Pack of 5 • School Specialty $37.42 1 $37.42
Storex Classroom Project Box, 13-1/4 x 15-1/4 x 3-1/4 Inches, Transparent Purple, Pack of 5 • School Specialty $37.42 1 $37.42
Flagship Carpets Take A Break Childrens Time Clock Classroom Entryway or Home Door Mat or Small Area Rug, 30" x 30", Black • Amazon Business $30.06 1 $30.06
YEXEXINM 10 Pack Kids Crazy Carpet Circle Seats 16 Inch Round Floor Mat Kids Floor Cushions Soft Colorful Educational Classroom Rug for School Home Group Activity Learning Marker Playing Areas • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
School Smart Folding Storage Cart on Wheels, Medium, 13-7/8 x 11 x 12 Inches, Black - Comfortable • School Specialty $29.02 1 $29.02
Pacon Classroom Keepers Stackable Cardboard File Organizer 12.88 x 29.25 x 9.38 White (001310) • Staples $25.45 1 $25.45
144 Large Round Number Stickers, 12 Sheets Consecutive Polka Dot Number 1-36 Label Self-Adhesive Number Stickers Erasable with PET Film for Indoor, Outdoor Office, Classroom, Storage, Boxes (3” Each) • Amazon Business $8.90 1 $8.90

Materials cost

$548.22

Vendor shipping charges

$10.39

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.22

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$596.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$105.32

Total project goal

$702.15

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