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Mrs. Nantz from Statesville, NC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Our Cozy Classroom

Help me give my students the supplies they need for a calming corner, a welcoming classroom, and games for fun Friday!

  • $846 goal

This project expired on October 18, 2025.

This project expired on October 18, 2025.

My Project

We are seeking donations to enhance our classroom with flexible seating options, calming corner items, cozy rugs, and board games for Fun Fridays. Each of these additions serves a meaningful purpose in supporting our students’ academic success and emotional well-being.

Imagine a classroom that feels less like a rigid institution and more like a welcoming, supportive space—a place where students feel comfortable, motivated, and excited to learn.

That’s the vision we’re working toward, and with your help, we can make it a reality.

Flexible seating allows students to choose how and where they work best, promoting focus, collaboration, and ownership of their learning. Whether it’s a rocking seat, a beanbag, or a floor cushion, the right seat can make all the difference.

A calming corner provides a safe space for students to self-regulate their emotions and take a mindful break when they need it. Equipped with soothing tools like fidgets, soft lighting, and breathing cards, it supports their mental health and teaches lifelong coping skills.

Cozy rugs transform the classroom environment, making it warmer and more inviting. They create spaces where students can gather for reading, discussions, and quiet work—bringing comfort and connection into our daily routines.

Board games for Fun Fridays encourage teamwork, communication, and critical thinking, all while allowing students to unwind and build positive peer relationships. It’s a joyful reward that reinforces community and celebrates effort.

Your donation, no matter the size, will directly impact our students’ experience and development. With your support, we can create a learning environment that meets both the academic and emotional needs of every child who walks through our door.

Thank you for investing in our classroom and in the bright futures of our students.

Mrs. Nantz Scotts Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

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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

20 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Jerify 6 Pcs Round Floor Pillows Cushions 22 x 22 Inch Large Flexible Seating Cushion Classroom Furniture Floor Pillow for Kids Adults Home Daycare Preschool Yoga Meditation Gift (Light Gray) • Amazon Business $82.99 1 $82.99
Libima 8 Pcs Wiggle Seat for Sensory Kids Inflated Wobble Cushion Sensory Seat Flexible Seating for Classroom, Balance Disc with Needle Pump Wobble Cushion for Kids Children • Amazon Business $74.99 1 $74.99
ECR4Kids Leaf Floor Seat, Rocker Chair, Sage/Grey, 6-Piece • Amazon Business $73.04 1 $73.04
Lewtemi 4 Pcs Flexible Seating Yoga Ball Chair for Classroom 16.8 Inch Inflatable Donut Ball Chair with Inflator for Kids Student Sensory Balance Autistic Children and Office Exercise • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
SCHOOLHOUSE SNACKS - Snacks for Kids (50 Count) | Snack Box for Kids with American Cracker and Cookie Assortment | Perfect Kids School Snacks, Variety Snack Box, Camp Care Package, Travel Food, Snack Gift Box • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Bulk Candy Individually Wrapped - Parade Kid’s Dream, 5lb of Individually Wrapped Party Candy Variety Mix Bag, Kid’s Favorite Sweets Giant Bag Assorted Classic Candies for Pinata Filler, Goodie Bag • Amazon Business $39.95 1 $39.95
Blush Pink Fluffy Round Rug 5Ft for Bedroom, Fuzzy Plush Circle Area Rugs for Baby Kids Room Decor Aesthetic, Shaggy Circular Carpet for Teen Girls Nursery Dorm Playroom, Cute Dusty Rose Mauve Rug • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
4 FIDGET Friends - Bendable 3.5" Fidget Toys Axolotls (calming corner, desk pets, social emotional awareness learning, fidgets for teen mental health) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 2 $32.00
hand2mind Sensory Fidget Tubes, Calming Toys for Kids, Occupational Therapy Toys, Play Therapy, Stress Relief Toy, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Calm Down Corner Supplies (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Fidget Solar System - Bubble POP Fidget Toy (calming corner, social emotional learning focus, STEM supplies, sensory fidgets) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $12.00 2 $24.00
Merelax Modern Soft Fluffy Small Shaggy Rug for Bedroom Livingroom Dorm Kids Room Indoor Home Decorative, Non-Slip Plush Furry Fur Area Rugs Comfy Nursery Accent Floor Carpet 2X4 Feet, Baby Blue • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
Hasbro Gaming Battleship with Planes Strategy Board Game for Ages 7 and Up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Hasbro Gaming Don't Spill The Beans Game for Kids, Easy and Fun Balancing Game for Children Ages 3 and Up, Preschool Games for 2 Players, Kids Board Games • Amazon Business $16.94 1 $16.94
10 Pack Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet - ADHD Latex Fidget Bands That Relieve Anxiety Hyperactivity Autism Sensory Bands for Kids - Fidget Bands for Classroom Chairs • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
ALKISTA 48 Pcs Tetra Tower Balance Stacking Blocks Game, Board Games for 2 Players+ Family Games, Parties, Travel, Kids & Adults Team Building Blocks Toy • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Hasbro Gaming Chutes and Ladders Board Game | 2 to 4 Players | Back to School Gifts for Kids | Preschool Classroom Games | Ages 3+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
It's Okay To Not Be Okay: A Rhyming Read Aloud Story for Children About Feelings of Sadness and Loneliness (Social Emotional Learning Toolbox - Therapists, Educators, and Parents) • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91
Hasbro Gaming Candy Land Kingdom of Sweet Adventures Board Game for Kids, Ages 3 & Up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $12.75 1 $12.75
Hasbro Gaming Connect 4 Classic Grid,4 in a Row Game,Strategy Board Games for Kids,2 Player .for Family and Kids,Ages 6 and Up • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49
Hasbro Gaming Trouble Kids Board Game, Pop-o-Matic Trouble Game, Kids Games for 2-4 Players, Family Board Games for Kids, Kids Gifts, Ages 5 and Up, Packaging May Vary • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$628.33

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.84

Sales tax

 $49.01

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.42

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$718.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$126.81

Total project goal

$845.41

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