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Ms. Handel from Modesto, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fun Friday

Help me give my students a chair for my desk and some games for them to play during Fun Friday.

  • $322 goal

This project expired on September 13, 2025.

This project expired on September 13, 2025.

My Project

Creating a warm, organized, and inspiring classroom environment is essential for student success. I’m seeking support for a comfortable chair for our reading corner, storage organizers to keep materials accessible, educational posters to reinforce key concepts, and a plant stand to bring a touch of nature indoors and some games for them to play during Fun Friday.. These additions will help foster a calm, engaging space where students feel supported and eager to learn. Your generosity will directly enhance our classroom environment and make a lasting impact on students’ daily learning experiences. Thank you for considering our project! Thank you!

Ms. Handel Marylou Dieterich Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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.

Modesto, CA View local requests

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

27 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
OLIXIS Criss Cross Chairs Legged Armless No Wheels Wide Seat Height Adjustable Swivel Rolling Padded Fabric Home Office Desk Seating for Bedroom, Student, Study Room • Amazon Business $54.98 1 $54.98
interDesign 3 Drawers Desktop Storage, Clear (35300) • Quill.com $29.60 1 $29.60
Hadley Designs 12 Retro Parts of Speech Posters for Classroom Posters for Language Arts - Grammar Posters for Classroom Elementary Classroom Must Haves • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
LINZINAR Plant Stand 4 Tier 5 Potted Indoor Plant Shelf Multiple Stands for Garden Corner Balcony Living Room (4 Tier 5 Potted, White) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
We All Grow At Different Rates, Classroom Poster, Growth Mindset, Boho Classroom Decor, Teacher Quote, Therapy Office Decor, School Psychologist, Playroom Decor, Child Art (8x10 Print + Framed) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Barker Creek Tie 4" Dye & Ombr? Letters and Numbers, Multicolored, 255/Pack (1739) • Quill.com $13.49 1 $13.49
Hasbro Gaming Candy Land Kingdom Of Sweet Adventures Board Game For Kids, Easter Gifts for Boys & Girls, 3+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Barker Creek Thoughtfulness 4" Letters and Numbers, Multicolored, 255/Pack (BC1724) • Quill.com $12.23 1 $12.23
2 Pieces Mental Health Tapestry Positive Self Care Wall Art Canvas Therapy Anxiety Tapestry Counseling Office Decor Psychology Decor for Classroom School Motivation, 20 x 13 Inch (Forest Style) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Bedency Boho Classroom Decor It is Okay to Be Yourself Classroom Wall Decor Teacher Gift Child Art Playroom Decor Classroom Quotes • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Hasbro Gaming Connect 4 Classic Grid,4 in a Row Game,Strategy Board Games for Kids,2 Player .for Family and Kids,Ages 6 and Up • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97

Materials cost

$220.21

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $20.15

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.30

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$273.66

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$48.29

Total project goal

$321.95

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