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Mrs. Melton from Grand Prairie, TX is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Learners With Awesome Books, Supplies, and Comfortable Seating

Help me give my students flexible seating, supplies, and motivational books & styluses.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Melton's classroom raised $555

This project is fully funded

My Project

Our classroom is a place where students can come to learn, grow, and feel empowered. Our students are special because of their unique interests, diverse backgrounds, and their drive to succeed. We want to ensure that they have the resources they need, and that's why we're seeking funding for a new project.

With your support, we can create a learning environment that is engaging, comfortable, and supportive.

Our students will benefit from the latest technology and resources, as well as a space that is welcoming and conducive to learning.

The book, "School Trip" by Jerry Craft is a wonderful addition to our classroom library. Our students already read New Kid by Jerry Craft, and students will love to check out this new book, which follows many of the same characters. Right now, my classroom hardly has any graphic novels, and since students have expressed such a great interest in them, I'd like to expand that collection by adding the Wings of Fire and Dog Man series as well.

The loveseat slipcover and Storex Active Tilt Stool may seem like small things, but they will make a big difference in our students' comfort and well-being. The loveseat is a well-loved piece of furniture in our classroom, but it's starting to show its age. By adding a slipcover, we can make it feel like new again, creating a more inviting space. The stools are designed to promote active sitting, which can improve posture and focus.

The inspirational styluses are a practical addition to our classroom. These tools will make it easier for them to annotate and draw on their devices while providing encouragement at the same time.

Overall, with your support, we can increase the level of engagement and comfort in our class with these resources. Thank you for considering our project!

Mrs. Melton Florence Hill 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Storex Active Tilt Stool – Ergonomic Seating for Flexible Office Space and Standing Desks, Adjustable 12-24 Inch Height, Blue (00321A01C) • Amazon Business $59.87 2 $119.74
Storex Active Tilt Stool – Ergonomic Seating for Flexible Office Space and Standing Desks, Adjustable 12-24 Inch Height, Black (00320A01C) • Amazon Business $59.30 2 $118.60
Dog Man: The Supa Epic Collection: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #1-6 Box Set) • Amazon Business $37.90 1 $37.90
Greengines 50 Pieces Inspirational Pens, Motivational Ballpoint Pen with Stylus Tip Funny Ink Pens Bulk Inspirational Gifts for Women Coworkers Office Supplies Black Ink • Amazon Business $34.19 1 $34.19
Easy-Going Stretch Loveseat Slipcover 1-Piece Sofa Cover Furniture Protector Couch Soft with Elastic Bottom for Kids Polyester Spandex Jacquard Fabric Small Checks (Loveseat, Black) • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
The One and Only Ruby (One and Only Ivan) • Amazon Business $12.19 1 $12.19
School Trip: A Graphic Novel (The New Kid) • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Wings of Fire: The Dragonet Prophecy: A Graphic Novel (Wings of Fire Graphic Novel #1) (1) (Wings of Fire Graphix) • Amazon Business $9.94 1 $9.94
The Lost Heir (Wings of Fire Graphix) • Amazon Business $9.73 1 $9.73
The Hidden Kingdom (Wings of Fire Graphic Novel #3): A Graphix Book (Wings of Fire Graphix) • Amazon Business $9.50 1 $9.50
3pk 1" x 60yd STIKK Blue Painters Tape 14 Day Clean Release Trim Edge Finishing Tape (.94 in 24MM) (3 Pack) • Amazon Business $8.35 1 $8.35
Moon Rising: A Graphic Novel (Wings of Fire Graphic Novel #6) (Wings of Fire Graphix) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Wings of Fire: The Brightest Night: A Graphic Novel (Wings of Fire Graphic Novel #5) (Wings of Fire Graphix) • Amazon Business $7.78 1 $7.78
The One and Only Bob (The One and Only Ivan, 2) • Amazon Business $7.64 1 $7.64
Wings of Fire: The Dark Secret: A Graphic Novel (Wings of Fire Graphic Novel #4) (4) (Wings of Fire Graphix) • Amazon Business $7.44 1 $7.44

Materials cost

$434.96

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.52

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$471.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.20

Total project goal

$554.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $554.68

3 Donors

-$384.14

Donations toward project cost

-$328.49

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$55.65

match offer

-$168.23

Match offer toward project cost

-$143.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.23

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$2.32

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