Help me give my students options for flexible seating in the classroom and noise-canceling headphones to help focus!
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Worthington's classroom raised $748
This project is fully funded
My Project
In today's diverse and dynamic classrooms, flexible seating and noise-canceling headphones are essential tools that cater to the varied learning needs of students. Traditional seating arrangements often restrict movement and limit opportunities for collaboration, creativity, and comfort. Flexible seating, however, allows students to choose how and where they sit, creating a more inclusive and adaptable learning environment.
Imagine a classroom where every student has the opportunity to find their perfect spot for learning.
Flexible seating options empower students to take ownership of their learning. This choice fosters a sense of independence and responsibility, as students can select seating that best suits their individual learning styles. Research has shown that flexible seating can improve focus, engagement, and overall academic performance. It encourages active learning by allowing students to move, which can help manage energy levels and reduce restlessness.
Noise-canceling headphones are another vital component in modern classrooms. They provide a quiet and distraction-free environment, especially crucial for students with sensory processing issues, attention deficits, or anxiety. In a bustling classroom, background noise can be overwhelming and detrimental to concentration. Noise-canceling headphones help create a personal bubble of calm, allowing students to focus on their tasks without the constant distraction of ambient noise.
Our school is a Title 1 school, meaning that a significant portion of our students come from low-income families. This status underscores the importance of creating an optimal learning environment that supports the unique challenges our students face. Flexible seating and noise-canceling headphones are not just beneficial but essential in leveling the playing field. They help bridge the gap by providing all students, regardless of their background, with the tools they need to succeed academically and emotionally.
Together, flexible seating and noise-canceling headphones will help create a classroom environment that is both physically and mentally conducive to learning.
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
6 Pcs Flexible Seating for Classroom Elementary Yoga Ball Chairs for Kids Inflatable Yoga Ball Office Chair Stability Balance Trainer with Black Inflator for Student Desk Chairs
• Amazon Business
$62.99
1
$62.99
36 Pcs Blue Chair Bands Fidget Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet Chair Bands Rubber Band for Chair Elastic Chair Bands Stress Bands Chair Leg Strap for Kids Chairs Students ADHD Sensory
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
Materials cost
$540.92
Vendor shipping charges
$7.00
Sales tax
$49.49
3rd party payment processing fee
$8.11
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$635.52
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$112.15
Total project goal
$747.67
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$747.67
1 Donor
-$734.27
Donations toward project cost
-$635.52
Donations 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 Mr. Worthington and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
