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Mrs. C. from Aurora, IL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Make Our Classroom Fun and Organized.

Help me give my students an organized, fun, and inviting classroom to enjoy.

  • $405 goal

This project expired on August 22, 2025.

This project expired on August 22, 2025.

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

I truly cherish the energy and curiosity my students bring to the classroom every day. Their eagerness to learn and explore new ideas inspires me! When they settle into comfortable chairs, I can see how it instantly puts them at ease, allowing them to focus on their thoughts and discussions without the distraction of discomfort. The chalkboards become a canvas for our collective learning; they enable us to brainstorm, organize our ideas, and visualize concepts together. It’s amazing to watch students engage and build on each other's thoughts as we fill those boards with creativity and insight. And let’s not forget the vinyl organizers! They help us keep our materials neatly arranged, making it easier for students to find what they need and stay organized. This not only saves time but also fosters a sense of responsibility and ownership over their learning space. Each of these resources contributes to a nurturing environment where my students can thrive.

Mrs. C. Henry W Cowherd Middle School Grades 6-8

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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.

Aurora, IL 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

999 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Urban Lifestyle Micromink Foldable Saucer Chair, Grey • Amazon Business $49.99 2 $99.98
Holawakaka Standard Faux Fur Bed Rest Pillow with Arms, Artificial Rabbit Fur Reading Pillows Perfect for Adults, Teens, Kids, Pregnancy Lumbar & Head Neck Coccyx Lower Back Support Cushion (Black) • Amazon Business $35.14 2 $70.28
Desk Chair Armless Cute Office Chair, Low Back Rolling Home Office Task Chair Adjustable Swivel Study Chair for Girls Teens Adults Children Kids, Purple • Amazon Business $33.99 2 $67.98
AUSTOR Chalkboards 10x14 Inch Double Sided Erasable Chalkboard Signs Message Board with Hanging String and Cleaning Cloth, 2 Pack • Amazon Business $11.99 3 $35.97
Permanent Vinyl for Cricut - 12 Rolls Permanent Vinyl 12" x 5 Ft Self Adhesive Vinyl Roll, Assorted Colors Outdoor Vinyl Roll for Cricut, Silhouette & Cameo for Mug, Window, Home Decal • Amazon Business $25.47 1 $25.47
Amazon Basics Hanging Organizer File Folder, Letter Size, Green - Pack of 25 • Amazon Business $9.92 1 $9.92

Materials cost

$309.60

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$344.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$60.75

Total project goal

$404.99

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