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Mrs. Ekren from Breckenridge, MN is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Ekren's classroom raised $598

Fresh Seat, Bright Minds: Upgrading Our Classroom Space!

Help me give my students new STEM activities, a clean classroom rug, and paint sticks to try for the first time!

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Mrs. Ekren Breckenridge Elementary School
Breckenridge, MN Grades PreK-2

My Project

Welcome to our vibrant classroom! My students are curious, energetic, and eager learners who thrive when they can explore, create, and build together. Every day is filled with active, hands-on learning, and our classroom environment plays a huge role in making that possible.

To keep our learning environment clean, welcoming, and engaging, we are seeking a few key upgrades:

A Fresh Classroom Rug: Our central meeting space is where we gather for Storytime, morning meetings, and group lessons. Unfortunately, our previous rug has suffered its fair share of accidents and wear-and-tear over time and needs a much-needed, clean replacement, so students have a comfortable place to sit and learn.

3 STEM Exploration Toys: Building and problem-solving are essential for young minds. These new STEM toys will spark creativity, foster teamwork, and give students exciting new challenges during center time.

A Classroom Set of Paint Sticks: We are so excited to try paint sticks for the very first time! Paint sticks offer all the vibrant joy of painting without the mess and long drying times of traditional watercolor or tempera, making art projects seamless, fun, and accessible for everyone.

Your generosity directly impacts our daily routine. By supporting this project, you aren't just replacing well-loved classroom items—you’re providing my students with a clean, flexible, and inspiring space to create, think, and grow every single day. Thank you for supporting our classroom!

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

13 students impacted 9 donors
Mrs. Ekren Breckenridge Elementary School Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Breckenridge, MN View local requests

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

13 students impacted 9donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Circle Sampler Abstract Classroom Educational Area Rug for Kids and Teachers, Durable Quality for Schools, Preschool, Daycare, & Learning Centers, Seats 20, 7'6" x 12', Blue & Multi • Amazon Business $278.99 1 $278.99
Kwik Stix Solid Tempera Paint Sticks, 144 Classic Colors, Washable Paint Sticks for Kids, Quick Drying, Non-Toxic, Allergen Free, Class Pack, Ideal for Kids and Toddlers • Amazon Business $93.57 1 $93.57
TOMYOU 400 Pieces Building Blocks Kids STEM Toys Educational Building Toys Discs Sets Interlocking Solid Plastic for Preschool Kids Boys and Girls Aged 3+, Safe Material Creativity • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
SpringFlower Toys for Girls 3 4 5 6 7 Years Old, Flower Garden Building Kit with Storage case,Educational STEM Toy and Preschool Garden Play Set for Toddlers, for Kids,148pcs • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Kids Building Blocks STEM Toys, 120 PCS Plastic Gear Interlocking Sets That Bends - Safe Material - Toddler Educational Toy for Girls and Boys Aged 3+ • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Dinosaur Toys Magnetic Blocks Volcano Edition - STEM Toys for Kids Age 3+ | Build Mine Magnet World Kids Toys For Boys & Girls Age 3+, Great Gift For Toddler, Jurassic Learning Montessori Sensory Toys • Amazon Business $15.60 1 $15.60
COLORS LIKE ME TEMPERA PAINT STICKS - 8 COLORS • Amazon Business $7.34 1 $7.34

Materials cost

$470.47

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.06

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$507.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$89.56

Total project goal

$597.09

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $597.09

8 Donors

-$431.39

Donations toward project cost

-$366.69

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$64.70

match offer

-$165.70

Match offer toward project cost

-$140.84

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.86

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