Creativity and Critical Thinking Throughout the Classroom,
Help me give my students some supplies to help them continue to be successful in their learning.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Cohen's classroom raised $875
This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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 Students
My students are smart, thoughtful and full of questions! They absolutely love hands-on, and coming to school to learn everyday. They come to school each day ready to try new things and take brave chances in order to grow both personally and academically. Truly, they are my inspiration!
Many students in my classroom come in saying they love coming to school, and love all the great things in our classroom.
Our school is located in the middle of the Bronx, our families often struggle to find employment and opportunity.
Each child in my classroom absolutely loves learning, although the method and environment in which they learn best vary greatly. We incorporate a variety of learning strategies, group work, and alternative seating and learning options to ensure that each student's needs are met, right where they are! They are truly an incredible group, and I am so lucky and thankful to have a new group of learners that are excited and ready to learn each year!
My Project
Flexible seating allows students to take charge of their learning and make the choices that work best for them. During independent work times they choose a location in the classroom that works for them. Currently my students are choosing to work in a variety of locations in our room such as: at different tables, sitting under tables with clip boards, or sitting or laying on the floor with a clip board. Making sure students are comfortable is an essential component in motivating them. I have noticed amazing differences in my students when they are given a choice in their seating. They almost always make good choices about where they sit, are more engaged, and get more work completed than when they are just sitting at their desk.
My students are noticeably more engaged in their work and less disruptive of their peers when they are given a choice of where to work.
The products that I have selected will help my students by giving them additional seating options to make more effective learning choices. The wobble stools are adjustable and will allow students to sit at desk/higher tables but will still allow some movement. These will be extremely beneficial for some students that just need to get the wiggles out. They can also be used as an alternative chair if needed! The comfy floor seats and the beanbag chair will allow for additional comfortable floor seating options. They are lightweight and can be easily used in many areas of the classroom.
I have seen how choice can positively affect my students work and demeanor and hope that the additional options will help us grow even more!
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
Sprogs SPG-610-003-SO Round Bean Bag Chair, Red
• Amazon Business
$73.71
3
$221.13
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, 25 x 30 Inches, 30 Sheets/Pad, 6 Pads (559RP-VAD6), Large White Recycled Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper, Super Sticking Power
• Amazon Business
$122.48
1
$122.48
AmazonBasics Dry-Erase 24 x 48 Inch Trapezoid School Activity Kids Table, Ball Glide Legs, Adjustable Height 19-30 Inch, Black
• Amazon Business
$106.24
1
$106.24
Exercise Ball - Professional Grade Anti-Burst Yoga Fitness, Balance Ball for Pilates, Yoga, Stability Training and Physical Therapy (Silver, 55cm (No Pump))
• Amazon Business
$15.95
6
$95.70
IRIS 4-Drawer Rolling Storage Cart with Organizer Top, Black
• Amazon Business
$25.94
3
$77.82
Paper Mate Liquid Flair Porous-Point Pen, Extra-Fine Tip, 12-Pack, Black (31001BH)
• Amazon Business
$14.93
3
$44.79
Seville Classics Foldable Tufted Storage Bench Ottoman, Midnight Blue
• Amazon Business
$34.99
1
$34.99
Materials cost
$703.15
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$10.55
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$743.70
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$131.24
Total project goal
$874.94
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$874.94
2 Donors
-$816.12
Donations toward project cost
-$701.20
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$114.92
match offer
-$50.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$42.50
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Cohen and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
