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Mrs. Jayakody from Federal Way, WA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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From Chaos to Comfort: A Calm, Organized Classroom for Every Student

Help me give my students a way to organize their classroom work assignments in folders, keep library books organized in magazine racks, and flexible seating to use as needed.

  • $281 goal

This project expired on September 13, 2025.

This project expired on September 13, 2025.

My Project

Imagine starting each day in a calm, welcoming, and clearly structured space—a place where you know exactly where your things belong and feel a sense of ownership. That is the kind of classroom I want to create for my students next school year.

Many of my students live in multi-family homes where space is shared, and personal belongings are often limited or constantly shifting.

Because of this, they come to school craving a sense of consistency and structure. Our classroom is not just a learning environment—it’s their safe space, their routine, and often the most predictable part of their day. When materials don’t have a designated home, learning time is lost, and students struggle to feel ownership over their space. My goal is to provide them the space and sense of belonging they deserve while at school.

That’s why I’m requesting support to create a more organized classroom environment. With items like storage bins, hanging folders, labels, and desk organizers, I can ensure that each student has a designated space for their materials. These tools will help create a classroom where routines are smoother, students are more independent, and learning can happen without unnecessary stress.

Your support will help us build a space where students feel they belong—where everything has its place, and every child does, too. Thank you for helping me give my students the gift of peace, structure, and pride in their learning space.

Your kind consideration and donations matter!

Mrs. Jayakody Rainier View Elementary 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.

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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

30 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids Bentwood Stackable Stools, Classroom Furniture, Earthtone, 6-Piece • Amazon Business $94.99 1 $94.99
SETTFRFE 2 Pack File Organizer,Metal File Crates for Hanging Folders,Hanging Folder Organizer,Letter Size, Black • Amazon Business $35.55 1 $35.55
Green Book Bin - Large - Item • AKJ Education $1.09 30 $32.70
30 Pack Hanging File Folders Letter Size, Colored A4 Hanging Folders with 1/5-Cut Adjustable Tab, Extra Capacity Hanging File Folders, 1 Inch Expansion, Perfect Office, Home, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $25.59 1 $25.59

Materials cost

$188.83

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$16.52

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$238.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$42.03

Total project goal

$280.21

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