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Mrs. Moores from Worcester, MA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Flexible Seating for Stretching Young Minds!

Help me give my students flexible seating options like wobble chairs and balance balls!

  • $926 goal

This project expired on July 23, 2025.

This project expired on July 23, 2025.

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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

I absolutely love my students for their resilience, creativity, and eagerness to learn despite the challenges they face in our urban low-income school. Each resource I am requesting, such as flexible seating, headphones, and organizational tools, will significantly enhance their learning experience.

Flexible seating options will allow my students to choose a comfortable learning environment that suits their individual needs, promoting engagement and focus.

The headphones will provide them with the ability to concentrate on their tasks and access audio resources without distractions, which is especially important in a bustling classroom. Organizational tools will help my students develop essential skills in managing their materials and assignments, fostering independence and responsibility.

My goal for this project is to create a more supportive and effective learning environment that caters to diverse learning styles and needs. What makes my students truly special is their unwavering determination and enthusiasm for learning, which inspires me every day to find innovative ways to help them succeed.

Mrs. Moores Vernon Hill 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.

Worcester, MA 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

65 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Premium Wobble Chair - 18" - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $109.99 1 $109.99
Lakeshore Flex-Space Premium Wobble Chair - 18" - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $109.99 1 $109.99
Akro-Mils Storage Cabinet, 24 Drawer, 20 x 6-1/2 x 16 Inches, Black and Clear - Durability • School Specialty $96.67 1 $96.67
DonorsChoose - Kensington Hi-Fi Headphones - headphones • Best Buy Education $9.26 10 $92.60
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 1 $69.99
Macarrie 60 Pieces Precut Tennis Bulk Tennis Balls for Chairs Heavy Duty Long Lasting Glide Coverings for Classroom Furniture Legs Protectors and Floor Protection(Black) • Amazon Business $47.99 1 $47.99
Lakeshore Flex-Space Balance Ball Seat - 22" - Green • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Flex-Space Balance Ball Seat - 22" - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Fidget Bands for Classroom Chairs: LakiKid Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture - Perfect Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Foot Fidgets for Classroom, Alternative Seating for Students • Amazon Business $24.97 1 $24.97
Scotch 5" Soft Touch Blunt Tip Kids Scissors, 12 Count Teacher’s Pack, Green, All-Purpose Scissors for School and Crafts (1442P-12) • Amazon Business $7.07 2 $14.14
DIYMAG Magnetic Hooks, 30Lbs Strong Heavy Duty Cruise Magnet S-Hooks for Classroom, Fridge, Hanging, Cabins, Grill, Kitchen, Garage, Workplace and Office etc, (20 Pack-Purple) • Amazon Business $11.97 1 $11.97
HongyiTime 60 PCS Colorful Strong Magnetic Push Pin Magnets, Office Classroom Magnets,6 Assorted Color, Perfect to use as Kitchen Home and School, Map Magnets,Whiteboard Magnets • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$715.27

Vendor shipping charges

$30.67

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$786.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$138.82

Total project goal

$925.49

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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