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Ms. Alcamo from Staten Island, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Flexible Seating For 12:1 Setting

Help me give my students flexible seating options in our 12:1 setting special education classroom.

  • $427 goal

This project expired on October 22, 2025.

This project expired on October 22, 2025.

My Project

Flexible seating options in our 12:1 setting special education classroom. This offers increased engagement and enhanced focus. It allows a choice in their learning environment, that supports their learning style and needs. Flexible seating promotes comfort and a sense of ownership over their learning environment. I noticed my students are more engaged when they aren't stagnant, having them utilize flexible seating they are able to move around the room, and makes learning fun! Additionally, having the students come to the carpet in our meeting area, creates a spot in the classroom designated to a growth mindset.

Being in a 12:1 setting there are many different needs, academically as well as socially.

By creating an environment that the students have the freedom to find a space where they can calmly work helps to create a classroom that promotes growth, comfort, and success!

Ms. Alcamo PS 56 Louis DeSario School Grades PreK-2 Staten Island, NY View local requests

More than a third 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

Never Before Funded 12 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Rainbow Smileys in Black Criss-Cross Applesauce Educational Area Rug for Kids Room, Children's Classroom for Teaching and Playroom, 5' x 7'6", Black & Multi, Seats 20 • Amazon Business $159.99 1 $159.99
Kisston 12 Pcs Kids Lap Desk Bulk Tray Lap Table Bed Table Plastic Desk with Extra Storage Space Activities Children Portable for Kids Students Work Study School Classroom(Blue) • Amazon Business $86.99 1 $86.99
Marsui 8 Pcs Extra Thick Flexible Seating Cushions 3.2 Inch Thickened Floor Cushions for Classroom Assorted Colored Floor Pillow Round Flexible Seating Circle Seats for Classroom Kid School Sitting • Amazon Business $80.99 1 $80.99

Materials cost

$327.97

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.92

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$362.89

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$64.04

Total project goal

$426.93

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