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Mrs. Melissa from Springfield, TN is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Getting Comfy and Cozy on the Carpet

Help me give my students a new classroom rug.

  • $927 goal

This project expired on September 20, 2025.

This project expired on September 20, 2025.

My Project

I love how my students bring their unique perspectives and enthusiasm to the classroom every day. Each of them has a deep curiosity and a strong desire to learn, and I want to create an environment that fosters that passion. My goal is to create a welcoming environment that supports their social, emotional, and academic growth, and the rug will help create a space that feels like a second home where they can thrive. My students are special because they each bring their own strengths, ideas, and energy to our class, making every day unique and full of potential!

Mrs. Melissa Bransford Early Learning School Grades PreK-2

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.

Springfield, TN 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

Never Before Funded 20 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Carpets for Kids A to Z Animals Carpet, Rectangle, 8 Feet 4 Inches x 13 Feet 4 Inches, Multicolored - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $575.96 1 $575.96

Materials cost

$575.96

Vendor shipping charges

$172.79

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$787.39

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$138.95

Total project goal

$926.34

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