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Ms. Jones from Petersburg, VA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Helping Hand

Help me give my students safe, supportive, and resource-rich classroom where they can learn, grow, and reach their full potential—no matter their background.

  • $766 goal

This project expired on October 22, 2025.

This project expired on October 22, 2025.

My Project

I love my students for their resilience, curiosity, and determination to learn despite challenges. They thrive when given the right tools and support. This project will provide diverse books, hands-on learning tools, carpet, flexible seating, and basic supplies to create an engaging, inclusive, and supportive classroom. These resources will help me tailor instruction, boost motivation, and meet students at their individual learning levels. My goal is to build a space where every child feels seen, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential every single day.

This project is to create a classroom where every student feels seen, supported, and challenged.

I want to provide an environment that fosters both academic achievement and emotional well-being. With these resources, I can better tailor instruction, provide meaningful learning experiences, and inspire confidence in each child. Every contribution brings us closer to a space where all students can flourish.

Ms. Jones Cool Springs Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

Petersburg, VA 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 27 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Pettop Fluffy Deep Green Area Rug for Bedroom Living Room, 8x10 Feet Soft Plush Fuzzy Rugs for Girls Kids Boys, Non-Slip and Washable Rug for Nursery Classroom, Carpet for Rooms Decor • Amazon Business $108.99 1 $108.99
15 Inch Round Floor Cushions for Kids and Toddlers, Flexible Seating for Classroom Furniture 3.5 Inch Thick Floor Pillow for Home, Daycare, Preschool, Yoga and Meditation (Elegant,12 Pcs) • Amazon Business $72.99 1 $72.99
Crayola Combo Classpack Kids' Crayon/Marker Set Broad Assorted Colors 256/Carton (52-3349) • Staples $63.38 1 $63.38
Scholastic News, Grade 4 (Digital Only) • Scholastic Magazines+ $5.94 10 $59.40
TIME For Kids - Grade 3-4 with Teacher's Guide and financial bonus issues • TIME for Kids $5.50 10 $55.00
Crayola Classpack Crayons 800/Box (52-8016) • Staples $52.93 1 $52.93
X-ACTO Pro Electric Crayon Sharpener, SafeStart Auto-Motor, Ideal for Home and School Use • Amazon Business $42.58 1 $42.58
3000+ Pcs Arts and Crafts Supplies & Materials for Kids - Ultimate Bulk Craft Kit for Boys & Girls with 99 Activities Book for Ages 3-5, 4-6, 6-8, 8-12 • Amazon Business $39.98 1 $39.98
CloroxPro Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Fresh Scent, 700 Count • Amazon Business $37.84 1 $37.84
Play-Doh Modeling Dough, Assorted Colors, 3 Ounces, Set of 20 • School Specialty $21.97 1 $21.97
A Bad Case of Stripes (paperback picture book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $9.00 2 $18.00
The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences (The Kids' Books of Social Emotional Learning) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Just Now I Feel Angry: A Kids Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Book about Anger and Frustration Feelings Awareness, Self-Management, Mindfulness and ... (Feeling Big Emotions Picture Books) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
Kindness is my Superpower: A children's Book About Empathy, Kindness and Compassion (My Superpower Books) • Amazon Business $7.39 1 $7.39

Materials cost

$603.83

Vendor shipping charges

$8.14

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.06

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$651.03

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$114.89

Total project goal

$765.92

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