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Mrs. Ferrari from Reno, NV is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Flexible Seating for Better Mental Health and Enhanced Productivity

Help me give my students Flexible Seating so they may sit comfortably which learning.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Ferrari's classroom raised $706

This project is fully funded

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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

Our classroom is a vibrant and dynamic space where students come to learn, grow, and engage with the world around them. However, traditional classroom seating arrangements can sometimes hinder student comfort and productivity. To address these challenges and create a more supportive learning environment, we are seeking to introduce flexible seating options into our classroom. This initiative aims to enhance mental health and boost productivity, ultimately leading to a more effective and engaging educational experience for our students.

When students have the freedom to choose their seating, they are more likely to feel invested in their learning environment.

This increased engagement leads to higher levels of participation and enthusiasm in classroom activities. The classroom environment plays a crucial role in students' mental well-being. Flexible seating helps create a more relaxed and personalized space, which can reduce stress and anxiety. By allowing students to move around and choose their preferred seating, we foster a sense of autonomy and control, which is essential for positive mental health.

We are asking for floor cushions which provide a comfortable alternative to traditional seating, allowing students to sit in various positions on the floor. This flexibility helps cater to different comfort needs and learning styles, whether students prefer sitting cross-legged, leaning against a cushion, or lying down. By offering a more relaxed seating option, floor cushions can reduce physical discomfort and promote better focus.

Our students have a wide range of learning preferences and physical needs. Floor cushions provide an adaptable seating solution that accommodates these diverse requirements, helping each student find their most comfortable and productive way to learn. By incorporating floor cushions into our classroom, we aim to create a more comfortable, engaging, and adaptable learning environment that supports the unique qualities and needs of our students.

Mrs. Ferrari North Valleys High School Grades 9-12

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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

36 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Jerify Round Floor Pillows Cushions 22 x 22 Inch Meditation Floor Pillow Large Floor Pillow for Adults Meditation Cushion Large Pillows for Floor Seating Gift for Christmas(Black,Round) • Amazon Business $63.99 3 $191.97
Jerify Round Floor Pillows Cushions 22 x 22 Inch Meditation Floor Pillow Large Floor Pillow for Adults Meditation Cushion Large Pillows for Floor Seating Gift for Christmas(Aquamarine,Round) • Amazon Business $61.99 3 $185.97
Jerify Round Floor Pillows Cushions 22 x 22 Inch Meditation Floor Pillow Large Floor Pillow for Adults Meditation Cushion Large Pillows for Floor Seating Gift for Christmas(Dark Grey,Round) • Amazon Business $60.99 3 $182.97

Materials cost

$560.91

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.41

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$599.32

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$105.76

Total project goal

$705.08

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$705.08

1 Donor

-$705.08

Donations toward project cost

-$599.32

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$105.76

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$0.00

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