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Ms. Wheeler from Davenport, IA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empower Learning With Comfort: Small Group Lesson Stools

Help me give my students stools to sit on during small group learning time!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Wheeler's classroom raised $266

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

My students greatly benefit from frequent small group lessons. Yet currently, I face a challenge as we lack sufficient seating to accommodate them around our table. These flexible seating stools and cushions will provide adequate seating to give all of my students comfortable seating while learning in a smaller group setting. The significance of small group learning settings for my students cannot be overstated. It is imperative to recognize that each student possesses a unique set of learning needs and preferences. In a traditional classroom, where one-size-fits-all instruction is the norm, many students may struggle to thrive to their full potential. This is where the value of small group lessons becomes abundantly clear.

Small group learning stools can play a pivotal role in enhancing the educational experience in today's classrooms.

Small group settings allow for a more personalized and tailored approach to education. When students are grouped in smaller numbers, it becomes possible to address their individual learning styles, strengths, and weaknesses with greater precision. This level of customization ensures that each student receives the specific support and attention they require to excel academically.

Small group learning stools promote collaboration and interaction among students. Traditional classroom settings often involve rows of desks, which can discourage communication and teamwork. Stools, on the other hand, encourage students to gather around a common workspace, fostering group discussions and the exchange of ideas. This collaborative atmosphere helps students develop critical social skills, such as effective communication, cooperation, and problem-solving, which are vital in both academic and real-world contexts.

Ms. Wheeler Garfield Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Davenport, IA 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

22 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
8 Pack Stacking Stools Classroom Stackable Stool Plastic Stack Stool Round Stacking Stool Set Student Round Stool Multipurpose Stool Chairs Flexible Seating for Kids Adult Home Classroom(Multicolor) • Amazon Business $127.99 1 $127.99
15 Inch Round Floor Cushions for Kids and Toddlers, Flexible Seating for Classroom Furniture 3.5 Inch Thick Floor Pillow for Home, Daycare, Preschool, Yoga and Meditation (Lovely, 8 Pcs) • Amazon Business $52.99 1 $52.99

Materials cost

$180.98

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $12.40

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.71

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$226.09

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$39.90

Total project goal

$265.99

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $265.99

2 Donors

-$250.99

Donations toward project cost

-$213.34

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.65

match offer

-$15.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$12.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$2.25

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 $0.00

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