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Ms. Rochester from Graham, NC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Organized for Success

Help me give my students a more comfortable and organized learning space to focus and feel at home.

  • $674 goal

This project expired on October 11, 2025.

This project expired on October 11, 2025.

My Project

In every classroom, the environment plays a crucial role in student success. As an educator, I strive to create a space that is welcoming, efficient, and supportive of both academic and social-emotional growth. By adding a rug, a filing cabinet, and home communication folders to our classroom, I can make a lasting difference in the way my students learn, interact, and stay connected with their families.

A rug may seem like a simple item, but in an elementary classroom, it serves as the heart of our community.

It provides a designated space where students can gather for morning meetings, read-alouds, small group lessons, and collaborative discussions. A soft rug helps students feel safe, calm, and focused—especially those who may struggle with traditional seating or sensory needs. This comfortable area encourages a sense of belonging and structure, which in turn supports improved attention, behavior, and participation.

A filing cabinet is an essential tool for keeping our classroom organized. With limited space and many materials to manage, clutter can easily become a barrier to effective teaching and learning. A secure, well-organized filing cabinet allows me to store lesson materials, student work, and important documents in one place. This not only improves my efficiency as a teacher but also helps maintain a clean, calm classroom environment. When everything has a place, students feel more at ease and ready to learn.

Lastly, home communication folders will strengthen the vital connection between school and home. These folders provide students with a consistent way to bring home assignments, important notices, and classroom updates. They help parents stay informed and engaged in their child’s education, and they encourage students to take responsibility for their learning. Strong communication between school and home is linked to better attendance, higher achievement, and increased motivation—outcomes that benefit every child.

Ms. Rochester South Graham Elementary 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 will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

15 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Smiley Seating (Seats 24) Classroom Area Rug or Educational Learning Mat, Kids Room or Playroom Carpet, 7'6" x 12', Black/Multi • Amazon Business $309.99 1 $309.99
VASAGLE 3 Drawer File Cabinet, File Cabinet with Lock, Printer Stand, Office Filing Cabinet Organizer, for A4 and Letter Size Files, Ink Black UOFC055B16 • Amazon Business $109.99 1 $109.99
School Smart Take Home Folder, Blue, Set of 24 - Durable • School Specialty $69.97 1 $69.97

Materials cost

$489.95

Vendor shipping charges

 $7.00

Sales tax

 $38.22

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.35

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$572.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$101.03

Total project goal

$673.55

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