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Ms. Farr from Mesa, AZ is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Guaranteed for Better Student Success: Leveled Books and Flexible Seating

Help me give my students a classroom library to help them grow to be successful readers, along with flexible seating to cater to students special needs.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Farr's classroom raised $768

This project is fully funded

My Project

As a first year teacher, the need for differentiated supplies in my classroom is one of the highest priorities. This project was created to directly support needs being seen across campus at my school, especially within my classroom. It not only will immediately support my 104 first and second grade students, but it will also provide needed support for years to come as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic.

My plea is for students special needs to be met in my classroom by having books they are able to read successfully and seating that allows for their best focus and attention while navigating school after the pandemic.

Leveled books create successful readers, because the unique needs of the student is being met on their reading level. Students learn to love reading when they have choice from a large variety of books that they can read successfully. To further support students unique needs in my room, I intend to offer flexible seating targeting students with behavior problems or disabilities to be given an environment for success.

Ms. Farr Sousa Elementary 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.

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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

104 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
FDP SoftScape 10 inch Butterfly Stool Modular Seating Set for Toddlers and Kids, Soft Lightweight Foam, Colorful Flexible Seating for In-Home Learning, Classrooms and Daycares (6-Piece Set) - Assorted • Amazon Business $129.99 1 $129.99
Storex Wiggle Stool – Active Flexible Seating for Classroom and Home Study, Adjustable 12-18 Inch Height, Teal (00306U01C) • Amazon Business $45.58 2 $91.16
SoftScape 15 inch Round Floor Cushions with Handles; Flexible Seating for in-Home Distance Learning, Daycare, Preschool, Classroom; 2 inch Thick Deluxe Foam (6-Piece) - Assorted, 11232-AS • Amazon Business $64.99 1 $64.99
Gamenote Magnetic Small White Board Set - Double Sided Magnet Dry Erase Ruled Lap Boards 9x12 Lined Whiteboard for Kids Student Learning (6) • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
Nonfiction Sight Word Readers Parent Pack Level B: Teaches 25 key Sight Words to Help Your Child Soar as a Reader! (Nonfiction Sight Word Readers Parent Packs) • Amazon Business $18.39 2 $36.78
Original Bouncyband for Elementary School Classroom Chairs, Black – ADHD Tools Can Help Students Stay on Task Longer - Alleviate Anxiety/Stress, Hyperactivity and Boredom • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
Gamenote Dry Erase Pockets 30 Pack with Rings - Oversized Reusable Plastic Sleeves Shop Ticket Holders Sheet Protectors Teacher Supplies for Classroom Organization (Colorful) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Buddy Readers: Levels E & F (Parent Pack): 16 Leveled Books to Help Little Learners Soar as Readers • Amazon Business $19.79 1 $19.79
30 PCS Stress Relief Set Sensory Fidget Toys Set Hand Toys for Adults Kids Anxiety Autism, Birthday Party Favors, Classroom Prize, Goodie Bag Fillers Gift For Valentines • Amazon Business $19.64 1 $19.64
First Little Readers: More Guided Reading Level A Books (Parent Pack): 25 Irresistible Books That Are Just the Right Level for Beginning Readers (More First Little Readers Level a) • Amazon Business $19.04 1 $19.04
Science Vocabulary Readers Set: Life Cycles: Exciting Nonfiction Books That Build Kids' Vocabularies (Scholastic Science Vocabulary Readers) by Elizabeth Bennett (2013-05-03) • Amazon Business $17.35 1 $17.35
First Little Readers: Guided Reading Levels G & H (Parent Pack): 16 Irresistible Books That Are Just the Right Level for Growing Readers • Amazon Business $16.89 1 $16.89
First Little Readers Parent Pack: Guided Reading Level B: 25 Irresistible Books That Are Just the Right Level for Beginning Readers • Amazon Business $14.69 1 $14.69
Guided Science Readers Parent Pack: Level C: 16 Fun Nonfiction Books That Are Just Right for New Readers • Amazon Business $14.40 1 $14.40
First Little Readers Parent Pack: Guided Reading Level D: 25 Irresistible Books That Are Just the Right Level for Beginning Readers • Amazon Business $13.59 1 $13.59
Nonfiction Sight Word Readers Parent Pack Level D: Teaches 25 key Sight Words to Help Your Child Soar as a Reader! • Amazon Business $12.84 1 $12.84
First Little Readers Parent Pack: Guided Reading Level C: 25 Irresistible Books That Are Just the Right Level for Beginning Readers • Amazon Business $11.59 1 $11.59

Materials cost

$572.69

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$40.95

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$652.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$115.10

Total project goal

$767.33

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$767.33

1 Donor

-$767.33

Donations toward project cost

-$652.23

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$115.10

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$0.00

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