Help me give my students an environment that feels like home! The futon will create an appealing library space where students can read and discuss books with their peers.
Next year, my class will be made up of a group of 25 amazing, creative 6th graders. They come from diverse backgrounds, many from low income families, and will come to my class with very different needs academically. They will be focusing on setting goals for themselves and striving to meet those goals!
One of their focuses will be on having a growth mindset, always seeing the positive in themselves and their potential to succeed at anything they do.
It is my goal every year to have a family atmosphere in our room, continually encouraging my students to find new ways to support each other, and show respect and empathy towards others.
My Project
Flexible Seating for Success!
Help me give my students the choice to sit comfortably while learning and working using balance balls, wobble chairs, portable lap desks, and standing workstations.
My Students
The sixth grade students I will have next year are very high energy, lovable, kind and considerate! They are driven by positive reinforcement and are highly motivated and determined to succeed and learn. I have noticed in my 21 years of teaching, that students at any age tend to learn better, if they are given the right equipment to allow them to move, sit comfortably and learn at the same time. Having the choice to sit in more comfortable seating options truly engages students! I have begun implementing flexible seating options over the past two years that I have made myself, or bought from garage sales and my students have loved it! I noticed an increase in achievement, rigor, respect, and collaboration.
My Project
Wobble stools, bounce ball chairs, and comfortable furniture will help turn my classroom into an environment where students feel empowered! I currently have some options available to students outside of the traditional desk/chair option, but money is an issue.
Flexible seating promotes student choice, is good for physical health, comfort, and encourages collaboration and a sense of community. Children need to move and be comfortable when learning and working. Flexible seating allows them to wobble, rock, bounce, lean or stand, which increases oxygen flow to the brain, blood flow, and core strength. In turn, this burns more calories and increases metabolism. It also helps keep young minds more alert and focused. An uncomfortable student is unproductive and off task. Giving students the choice to sit where they feel they will be most successful that day, is empowering to them and promotes independence!
Nearly all 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
DHP Emily Futon Sofa Bed, Modern Convertible Couch With Chrome Legs Quickly Converts into a Bed, Black Faux Leather
• Amazon Business
$185.61
1
$185.61
Active Kids Chair by Studico – Wobble Chair Juniors/Pre-Teens (Grades 3-7) - Age Range 7-12 - Flexible Seating Classroom - 17.75" Tall - Helps ADD/ADHD - Corrects Posture – Black
• Amazon Business
$57.99
2
$115.98
Winsome Obsidian 3-Piece Pub Table Set
• Amazon Business
$109.96
1
$109.96
SDADI 2 Inches Carpet Wheels Mobile Standing Desk Stand Up Desk Height Adjustable Home Office Desk with Standing and Seating 2 Modes 3.0 Edition,Oak S001BFDT
• Amazon Business
$67.99
1
$67.99
Gaiam Kids Stay-N-Play Children's Balance Ball - Flexible School Chair, Active Classroom Desk Seating with Stay-Put Stability Legs, Includes Air Pump, Grey, 52cm
• Amazon Business
$18.96
3
$56.88
Clipboard Dry Erase Surface 9'' x 12.5'' Letter Size Low Profile Clip Whiteboard (Pack of 30)
• Amazon Business
$42.95
1
$42.95
Trideer Inflated Stability Wobble Cushion with Pump, Extra Thick Core Balance Disc, Kids Wiggle Seat, Sensory Cushion for Elementary School Chair (Office & Home & Classroom) (34 cm Royal Blue)
• Amazon Business
$17.99
2
$35.98
Materials cost
$615.35
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$9.23
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$654.58
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$115.51
Total project goal
$770.09
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$770.09
9 Donors
-$602.44
Donations toward project cost
-$527.08
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$75.36
match offer
-$150.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$127.50
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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