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 Students
My first-grade students and I are located in Pacoima, CA and are considered to make up a large part of the community's heart and driving energy. We are a Title I school so a full 100% of students receive free breakfast and lunch. While my students come from a low socioeconomic and Latino community, we work hard to break down language and cultural barriers and ensure families are involved in every way possible.
My students' positive attitudes and enthusiasm to learn encourages me every day to give them the learning experiences that will last a lifetime.
Every day, we inspire each other to be the best learners we can be through perseverance, cooperation, self-control, and courtesy of each other. They take pride in their efforts and are willing to challenge their minds for the sake of learning.
My Project
This year we are back in the classroom! With an exciting new year comes along new guidelines and protocols. This means our strategically grouped student desks will now be put in rows to allow minimal contact with other students. This isn't the most ideal set up for a first grade class, but in these times it's beneficial for their health. Flexible seating has been implemented in my classroom to allow my students to take a break from their desk during independent and group work. This gives them the power of choice, independence, and comfort leading to elevated student engagement.
My students love the power of their choice in seating and become more focused and productive when they find comfort in working.
Since my students are given the choice to work more on the floor, they will need some way to work comfortably. By donating to this project you will provide floor cushions, lap desks, and bean bag chairs. These can all be cleaned to be used safely for other students. They are also lightweight to move just about anywhere in the classroom. Just as we do, my students learn and find contentment in different ways. This project will provide them with more options aside from the clipboards and lap trays that are provided in my classroom already.
I'm excited to further grant my students with a freedom in their learning!
More than three‑quarters 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
ECR4Kids - ELR-15810-GY The Surf Portable Lap Desk, Flexible Seating for Homeschool and Classrooms, One-Piece Writing Table for Kids, Teens and Adults, GREENGUARD [Gold] Certified, Grey
• Amazon Business
$29.08
4
$116.32
Cali Alpine Sack Bean Bag Chair, Dirt-Resistant Coated Oxford Fabric, Flexible Seating for Kids, Teens, Adults, Furniture for Bedrooms, Dorm Rooms, Classrooms - Gray (2-Pack)
• Amazon Business
$97.83
1
$97.83
SoftScape 15 inch Round Floor Cushions with Handles; Flexible Seating for in-Home Distance Learning, Daycare, Preschool, Classroom; 2 inch Thick Deluxe Foam (4-Piece) - Navy/Powder Blue
• Amazon Business
$44.51
2
$89.02
Materials cost
$303.17
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$27.74
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.55
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$365.46
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$64.49
Total project goal
$429.95
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$429.95
6 Donors
-$272.96
Donations toward project cost
-$232.05
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$40.91
Matching donations from our partners
-$156.95
Match offers toward project cost
-$133.41
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Morales and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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