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Mrs. Engman from Kailua Kona, HI is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reading on the Rug

Help me give my students a cozy space to enjoy reading and books to add to our classroom library.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Engman's classroom raised $1,071

This project is fully funded

My Students

My students from Hawai'i are eager learners. They are creative, thoughtful, caring, and passionate about learning. They love to find solutions to problems and focus on hands-on activities. They come to class ready to learn and always have an abundance of questions.

Nearly the entire school population receives free or reduced lunch, English language learner, and/or their families do not have the money to purchase supplies due to the ongoing pandemic.

Please help my students achieve their educational goals. They love various methods of learning, whether it be by computer, in group work, or small discussions. Their ongoing curiosity is an inspiration to me every day!

My Project

My students are eager to return to the classroom setting. Help me provide them a warm, inviting spot to enjoy a great book or find their next read. This flexible seating area is an inviting space that will inspire my students to pick up a good book to enhance their literacy skills. Making sure students are comfortable is an essential component in motivating them.

The cozy chairs and bean bag chairs are a great way for students to relax.

The products I've chosen will provide additional seating options other than a traditional desk and chair setup. The rug is a nice home touch to spruce up the classroom and add to the home feel. My hope is that with these new seating options, students will be inspired to read more thus enhancing their literacy skills and preparing them for middle school.

Mrs. Engman Kealakehe 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.

Kailua Kona, HI View local requests

More than 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

25 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lifestyle Solutions Harrington Chair in Grey, Dark Grey • Amazon Business $151.98 2 $303.96
Sofa Sack - Plush, Ultra Soft Bean Bag Chair - Memory Foam Bean Bag Chair with Microsuede Cover - Stuffed Foam Filled Furniture and Accessories for Dorm Room - Royal Blue 3' • Amazon Business $69.44 2 $138.88
Nourison Passion Modern Abstract Colorful Sunburst Area Rug, 8' x 10' • Amazon Business $119.23 1 $119.23
Classroom Library Must-Haves: Grades 4-6 (DonorsChoose.org Exclusive) • Scholastic Magazines and Book Clubs $75.00 1 $75.00
Sterilite 19618606 Small Clip Box, Clear Lid & Base w/Colored Latches, 6-Pack • Amazon Business $35.00 2 $70.00
Newbery Classroom Library Builder: Grades 3+ (DonorsChoose Exclusive) • Scholastic Magazines and Book Clubs $70.00 1 $70.00
Storex Small Caddy, 9.25 x 9.25 x 5.25 Inches, Black, 6-Pack (00972E06C) • Amazon Business $17.49 2 $34.98
Cutequeen round ceramic industrial ferrite magnets for hobbies,crafts and science (18x4mm-27pcs, black) • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$817.04

Vendor shipping charges

$14.50

Sales tax

$35.95

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.26

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$909.75

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$160.54

Total project goal

$1,070.29

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,070.29

2 Donors

-$1,070.29

Donations toward project cost

-$909.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$160.54

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$0.00

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