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Mrs. Shuman from Pearl City, HI is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Flexible Learning Haven

Help me give my students a designated space that provides my special education students with a quiet and soft floor work area (Rug), incentivized by snacks, and flexible seating options with a desk to accommodate their individual needs.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Shuman's classroom raised $713

This project is fully funded

My Project

This project will create a vital sanctuary for my exceptional students, providing a calming space where they can decompress and manage stress arising from the general education setting. Many of these students grapple with confidence, and this dedicated area will foster a supportive community where they can build self-assurance. Through flexible seating, sensory-friendly elements, and a peaceful atmosphere, they will find respite and rejuvenation. Beyond academics, this space will serve as a haven for open dialogue, where students can share their feelings, celebrate successes, and navigate life's challenges. Recognizing their remarkable resilience and the power of positive reinforcement, we will incorporate rewarding incentives, including food, to motivate and encourage their efforts. During after-school study sessions, we will collaborate on assignments, ensuring comprehension, and nurture a sense of belonging through meaningful conversations. My students are truly extraordinary; their unwavering determination to overcome learning obstacles and their persistent pursuit of academic excellence fills me with immense pride. They consistently strive to meet and often exceed their own expectations, demonstrating an inspiring commitment to growth.

Mrs. Shuman Pearl City Highlands Elementary School Grades 6-8

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.

Pearl City, HI View local requests 8 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 4 $279.96
Andecor Soft Extra Large Area Rugs, 9x12 Indoor Shaggy Plush Rug for Living Room Bedroom Dorm Boys Girls Room Home Decor Floor Carpet, Grey • Amazon Business $142.49 1 $142.49
2 Pcs Foldable Laptop Table Lap Desk Mini Bed Table Portable Bed Tray Laptop Stand for Bed for Couch Sofa Working Reading Eating Children Workers School Classroom Home Office Supplies (Wood Color) • Amazon Business $33.99 2 $67.98
Peanut Free Snacks & Tree Nut-Free Snacks Variety Pack - Allergy Friendly Snacks for Kids Individually Wrapped - Cookies, Candy, Crackers, Chips - Bulk Assortment (58 Count) • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99

Materials cost

$530.42

Vendor shipping charges

$14.00

Sales tax

$23.34

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$605.72

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$106.89

Total project goal

$712.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$712.61

1 Donor

-$712.61

Donations toward project cost

-$605.72

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$106.89

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$0.00

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