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Ms. Cobb from Washington, DC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Relax, Create, and Excel

Help me give my students a space they can take pride and relax in.

  • $946 goal

This project expired on September 10, 2025.

This project expired on September 10, 2025.

My Project

This project is will allow me to create a calm, creative, and academically supportive environment for my students. By providing alternative seating options and functional tables, my classroom will be transformed into a space where students can feel comfortable, focused, and motivated. The new materials will encourage a structured yet flexible atmosphere that supports diverse learning styles and fosters academic growth.

Students will have the opportunity to relax while engaging in meaningful academic activities, promoting both emotional well-being and academic excellence.

This project aims to meet my students where they are and help them succeed in a welcoming, supportive setting.

Ms. Cobb John Hayden Johnson Middle School Grades 6-8

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

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

225 students impacted

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Quill Brand? Folding Table, Regular Duty, 72"L x 30"W, Platinum (79223/54272) • Quill.com $84.99 3 $254.97
Flash Furniture Archer Faux Fur Folding Saucer Chair, Black (FVFSC027BKBK) • Quill.com $99.99 2 $199.98
Flash Furniture Eleanor Faux Fur Folding Double Saucer Chair, Black (FVFDS1BKBK) • Quill.com $183.99 1 $183.99
Staedtler Pre-Sharpened Wooden Pencil, 0.7mm, #2 Medium Lead, 144/Box (13247C144A02NA) • Quill.com $16.16 5 $80.80

Materials cost

$719.74

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $43.18

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$803.72

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$141.83

Total project goal

$945.55

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