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Mrs. Gondek-Stanko from Oak Park, MI is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Say OOOOMMMMMM

Help me give my students flexibility, mindfulness, and a stress-free experience all day, every day!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Gondek-Stanko's classroom raised $168

This project is fully funded

My Project

Students benefit from yoga as it promotes holistic well-being, addressing both physical and mental aspects crucial for academic success. The practice enhances flexibility, posture, and strength, counteracting the sedentary nature of studying. Yoga's focus on mindfulness and breathing cultivates stress management skills, improving concentration and cognitive function. It provides a valuable outlet for releasing tension and anxiety, fostering a positive mindset essential for effective learning. Moreover, yoga teaches discipline, time management, and resilience, valuable life skills that contribute to overall personal development. Integrating yoga into a student's routine supports a healthy and balanced approach to academic challenges.

Mrs. Gondek-Stanko Ferndale Upper 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.

Oak Park, MI View local requests

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

450 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wettarn 18 Pcs Foam Yoga Blocks Yoga Straps Set Yoga Bricks Soft Non Slip Pilates Blocks Metal D Ring Straps for Yoga Pilates Stretching • Amazon Business $40.99 1 $40.99
Vorspack Extra Large Duffle Bag for Travel - 150L Duffel Bag for Men Gear Bag for Storage Foldable Weekender Bag for Overnight Camping - Black • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Manduka Align Yoga Strap - Lightweight Cotton, Secure, Slip Free Support, Midnight Blue, 1.75 Inch Wide, 10 Feet (305cm) • Amazon Business $17.30 1 $17.30
ihuan Winter Gloves for Men Women Touchsreen - Waterproof Warm Glove for Cold Weather, Thermal Gloves Touch Screen Finger for Running Cycling • Amazon Business $15.83 1 $15.83
DEHUB Stretch Strap, Elastic Yoga Stretching Strap, Multi-Loop for Physical Therapy, Pilates, Yoga, Dance & Gymnastics Exercise and Flexible Pilates Stretch Band • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$111.10

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.67

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$142.77

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.19

Total project goal

$167.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$167.96

3 Donors

-$167.08

Donations toward project cost

-$142.77

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.31

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$0.88

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$0.00

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