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Ms. Ochoa from Houston, TX is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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“Helping Every Learner Thrive with Organization and Flexibility”

Help me give my students 24 chair pocket charts, 10 lap desks as flexible seating, and some classroom essentials to create a safe, organized, and engaging environment where every student can focus, participate, and thrive.

  • $591 goal

This project expired on October 21, 2025.

This project expired on October 21, 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

My students are kind, curious, and full of energy. They come to school ready to learn, support one another, and grow every day. I love how they embrace challenges and take pride in their work, even when resources are limited.

Every child deserves a learning space that meets their needs and supports their success.

The resources in this project will help me create a classroom that is not only organized and efficient but also inclusive and supportive of all learning styles. The chair pocket charts will give each student their own place to keep materials, helping them stay organized and reducing distractions. When students know where their belongings are and can access them easily, they are better able to stay focused and engaged throughout the day.

The lap desks will provide flexible seating options for students who need a change of environment or posture to stay comfortable and attentive. This flexibility supports students who may struggle to sit in a traditional desk all day and allows them to take ownership of their learning space. Additionally, the classroom essentials—such as basic supplies and cleaning materials—will ensure that all students have what they need to participate fully in our lessons while maintaining a safe and hygienic space. With your support, I can build a classroom environment that empowers every student to feel confident, cared for, and ready to thrive.

Ms. Ochoa Inez Carroll Academy 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.

Houston, TX 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 40 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids The Surf Portable Lap Desk, Flexible Seating, Black, 10-Pack • Amazon Business $157.24 1 $157.24
Tisancy 24 Pcs Chair Pockets for Classroom, Chair Pocket Chart, Chart Seat Back Organizer Bulk with Name Tags, Classroom Organization Essentials for School Students and Teacher(Black) • Amazon Business $114.99 1 $114.99
SUNEE 50 Packs Oversized Reusable Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves with 3 Rings, Black 10x14 Ticket Holders, Clear Plastic Sheet Protectors, Teacher School Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $32.79 1 $32.79
Sheet Protectors, PANDRI 600 Pack Clear Heavy Duty Plastic Page Protectors Sheet Reinforced 11-Hole Fit for 3 Ring Binder Fits Standard 8.5 x 11 Paper, 9.25 x 11.25 Top Loaded, Excluding Acid. • Amazon Business $31.95 1 $31.95
Staples Thermal Laminating Pouches Letter Size 5 Mil 200/Pack • Staples $28.46 1 $28.46
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches Letter Size 3 Mil 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Staples $26.59 1 $26.59
Epakh 12 Pieces Magnetic Microfiber Dry Eraser Microfiber Whiteboard Washable Shag Erase Board for Markers Chalk Home Classroom and Office(Grey) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
AIERSA Pencil Holder for Desk,20Pcs Pen Holders for Classroom Clipboard Attachment,Silicone Adhesive Pencil Holder for School Student Kids Desk Teacher Office Accessories • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Seashell 300 Pack Economy Sheet Protectors 8.5 x 11, Clear Page Protectors Fit 3 Ring Binder, Acid Free, Letter Size, Top Loading, Plastic Sleeves for Binders, Business and School Organizers • Amazon Business $15.15 1 $15.15
N NOROCME 192 PCS Cable Management Kit 4 Wire Organizer Sleeve,11 Cable Holder,35Cord Clips 10+2 Roll Cable Organizer Straps and 100 Fastening Cable Ties for Computer TV Under Desk, black,clear • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
LACCHOUFEE 50 Pack #2 Pencils Bulk Pre-sharpened Pencils with Eraser top, 2 HB Pencils for Writhing Drawing, Yellow Wood-Cased Pencils in Bulk for Office, School, Teacher and Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$465.13

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$502.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$88.61

Total project goal

$590.72

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