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Ms. Calise from Thiells, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Reading Rug Where Stories Come Alive

Help me give my students a new rug for learning and reading in the media center!

  • $693 goal

This project expired on February 12, 2026.

This project expired on February 12, 2026.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

I love how my students are curious and eager to explore stories, often gathering together to read and discuss books. Adding a cozy rug to the library will give them a comfortable space to sit together, engage in read-alouds, and participate in small group lessons. This resource encourages collaborative learning and helps create a welcoming environment where students can focus and enjoy reading. It also provides a designated area that helps students transition smoothly from lessons to independent reading time. With a cozy space to gather, students are more likely to develop a love of reading and engage more deeply with books and each other.

Ms. Calise Willow Grove 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.

Thiells, NY 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

Never Before Funded 650 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Smiley Seating (Seats 30) Classroom Area Rug or Educational Learning Mat, Carpet for Kids Room, Seating Rug or Playroom Carpet, 10'6" x 13'2", Black • Amazon Business $549.99 1 $549.99

Materials cost

$549.99

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$588.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$103.81

Total project goal

$692.05

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