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Ms. McDaris from Granite Falls, NC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. McDaris's classroom raised $892

Seats that Meet Every Need

Help me give my students adaptive seating for better engagement and focus in my classroom.

Ms. McDaris Dudley Shoals Elementary School
Granite Falls, NC Grades PreK-2

My Project

Adaptive and flexible seating creates a classroom environment where every student has the opportunity to learn in a way that best meets their individual needs. Children learn differently, and providing a variety of seating options allows students to choose a space that helps them stay focused, engaged, and comfortable throughout the school day. Whether a student benefits from a wobble stool, floor cushion, standing desk, or traditional chair, flexible seating encourages movement, supports self-regulation, and promotes independence. When students are physically comfortable, they are better to concentrate, participate in lessons, and build confidence as learners.

The goal of adaptive and flexible seating is to foster an inclusive classroom where all students feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Every child is unique, bringing different strengths, learning styles, and sensory needs into the classroom. By offering seating choices that accommodate those differences, we create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Flexible seating helps students develop responsibility by making thoughtful choices about their learning environment while encouraging collaboration, creativity, and a sense of belonging. When we recognize and support each child's individual needs, we send the message that every student is special, capable, and deserving of the tools they need to reach their fullest potential.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

19 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. McDaris Dudley Shoals Elementary School Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Granite Falls, NC View local requests

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

19 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Pastel Rainbow Smileys Criss-Cross Applesauce Educational Area Rug for Kids Room, Children's Classroom for Teaching and Playroom, 7'6" x 12', Multi, Seats 28 • Amazon Business $319.99 1 $319.99
Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Gray • Lakeshore Learning Materials $79.99 2 $159.98
Studico ActiveChairs Kids Wobble Stool, Flexible Classroom Seating Improves Focus, Posture & Helps ADHD/ADD. Get The Wiggles Out Active Fidget Desk Chairs, Pre-Teen 17.75" Chair, Ages 7-12, Grey • Amazon Business $66.49 2 $132.98
Amylove 6 Pcs Wiggle Seat Inflated Wobble Cushion for Sensory Kid 13 Inch Balance Disc Kids Flexible Seating Exercise Sensory Pad Chair Cushion for Classroom Office School(Morandi) • Amazon Business $52.99 1 $52.99

Materials cost

$665.94

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $51.94

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.99

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$757.87

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$133.74

Total project goal

$891.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $891.61

1 Donor

-$891.61

Donations toward project cost

-$757.87

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$133.74

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