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Ms. Alexis from Trenton, MO is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Seats for Success: Desks and a Table for Learning

Help me give my students new desks, chairs, and a horseshoe table with seating to create a comfortable, organized space that supports focused learning and effective small group instruction for all students.

  • $4,776 goal

This project expired on September 22, 2025.

This project expired on September 22, 2025.

My Project

As a third grade teacher at Rissler Elementary, I strive to create a learning environment where all students feel comfortable, focused, and ready to learn. However, our current classroom furniture is outdated, mismatched, and in many cases, no longer meets the needs of our growing learners. The desks and chairs are worn, wobbly, and not designed with today's students in mind. Many are too small or too large, making it difficult for students to sit properly and concentrate during lessons.

We are also in need of a horseshoe table with appropriate seating to support small group instruction.

This type of table is essential for guided reading, math intervention, and one-on-one support. It allows me to sit closely with students, provide immediate feedback, and foster meaningful interaction in a way traditional desks do not allow. Unfortunately, we currently lack this resource, limiting the effectiveness of our small group instruction.

With updated student desks, chairs, and a functional horseshoe table, our classroom can become a more inclusive, organized, and engaging space. New furniture would support better posture, focus, and collaboration—giving every child the opportunity to thrive academically and feel proud of their learning environment.

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Ms. Alexis Rissler Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Trenton, MO View local requests

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 18 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flash Furniture 24 W Student Desk with Open Front Metal Book Box Wood Grain/Black (FD-DESK-GG) • Staples $89.99 20 $1,799.80
Flex-Space Stacking Chair - 15 1/2" - Gray • Lakeshore Learning Materials $82.99 20 $1,659.80
Flash Furniture 21 1/8" - 30 1/8H x 60W x 66D 16 Gauge Tubular Steel Horseshoe Activity Table, Gray • Quill.com $364.49 1 $364.49
Norwood Commercial Furniture Stacking Stools for Kids and Adults, 17.75" Standard Height Portable Nesting Office and Classroom Stools, Black, Pack of 5 • Amazon Business $64.12 1 $64.12

Materials cost

$3,888.21

Vendor shipping charges

$82.99

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$58.32

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$4,059.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$716.39

Total project goal

$4,775.91

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