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Ms. Parris from Saint Louis, MO is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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One Classroom, Many Voices: Celebrating Inclusion

Help me give my students the opportunity to engage in small group activities to build a classroom community. The beanbag will allow students to collaborate, share ideas, and learn from each other in a more intimate learning environment.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Parris's classroom raised $516

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My Project

Bringing small groups back into the classroom is a powerful strategy to promote inclusion. Creating a cozy classroom with manipulatives & resources to engage students' learning can support the individual learning needs of each student. In these smaller settings, students have more opportunities to express their thoughts and ideas, fostering a sense of belonging and acceptance. It also allows for individualized attention, ensuring that every student's needs are met.

Moreover, small groups encourage diverse perspectives and collaborative problem-solving, teaching students the value of different experiences and viewpoints.

By reintroducing small groups, we can create a more inclusive, engaging, and effective learning environment for all students.

Ms. Parris Dewey International Study School Grades PreK-2

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

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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.

Saint Louis, MO 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

HBCU Alum 20 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Recaceik Bean Bag Chairs, Tufted Soft Stuffed Bean Bag Chair with Filler, Fluffy Lazy Sofa, Imperial Lounger Giant Bean Bag Chair for Bedroom, Living Room, Rufous, Large • Amazon Business $90.09 1 $90.09
Crayola Combo Classpack Kids' Crayon/Marker Set Broad Assorted Colors 256/Carton (52-3349) • Staples $63.38 1 $63.38
Kigley 8 Pcs Round Floor Pillow for Kids and Toddlers 15.75 Inch Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture Floor Pillow for Home, Daycare, Preschool, Yoga and Meditation • Amazon Business $46.99 1 $46.99
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Bleach Free Cleaning Wipes, Fresh Scent, 35/Pack, 12/Carton (01593) • Quill.com $35.99 1 $35.99
AFUNX Magnetic Tiles,102PCS Magnetic Building Blocks 3D Clear Construction Playboards, Inspiration, Creativity Beyond Imagination, Educational Magnet Toy Set for Kids with 2 Cars • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Elmer's All Purpose School Glue Sticks, 0.24 oz., 60/Pack (E501) • Quill.com $23.69 1 $23.69
Play-Doh Modeling Dough, Assorted Colors, 3 Ounces, Set of 20 • School Specialty $21.97 1 $21.97
Stars Magnetic Jar,Reward Kids Star Jars, Magnetic Reward Star Jar for Classroom Board, Reward Magnetic Star Jars for Home Classroom Kids Incentive,Good Behavior Home Training for Kids • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Ocean Animals Floor Puzzle • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
Safari Animals Floor Puzzle • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
University Games Dog Man Adventures Puzzle, 100-Piece Jigsaw (UG-33847) • Quill.com $16.19 1 $16.19
Coogam Wooden Puzzle Pattern Blocks Brain Teasers Game with 60 Challenges, 3D Russian Building Toy Wood Tangram Shape Jigsaw Puzzles Montessori STEM Educational Toys Gift for Kids Adults • Amazon Business $11.39 1 $11.39
10 PCS Chair Bands for Kids, Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture Rubber Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Foot Bands for School Classroom Chairs and Desk, Ideal for ADHD, Autism, Hyperactivity (multicolor) • Amazon Business $7.96 1 $7.96

Materials cost

$398.61

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.90

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$438.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$77.38

Total project goal

$515.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $515.87

1 Donor

-$343.91

Donations toward project cost

-$292.32

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$51.59

match offer

-$171.96

Match offer toward project cost

-$146.17

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.79

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