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Ms. Kochheiser from Des Moines IA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sit Around the Room

Help me give my students the option to sit in seats that are comfortable and cozy.

  • $499 goal

This project expired on May 11, 2023.

This project expired on May 11, 2023.

My Project

As an adult I don't often sit in one place and work for long periods of time. Personally, my favorite way to work is either legs stretched out in front of me or laying down. The typical classroom set up, desks and chairs, works for some but not for everyone. Students come into my classroom all differently abled. I think providing different seating options is ideal to meet the needs of multiple students as well.

I think there is value is allowing students flexible working options to maximize comfort and work output.

I believe students work better when they are comfortable. Offering these stools and ottomans to my students is important to me and their learning. They can use the ottomans around the room for functional reading or working positions.

Ms. Kochheiser
Grades PreK-2

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids Wave Seat, 14in - 15.1in Seat Height, Perch Stool, Black, 2-Pack • Amazon Business $63.98 3 $191.94
FDP SoftScape 15 inch Round Two-Tone Accent Ottoman for Ages 4-7; Modern Children's Furniture, Flexible, Lightweight Foam Seating for Home, Playroom, Classroom, Library (4-Piece) - Dark Gray, 12763-DG • Amazon Business $171.08 1 $171.08

Materials cost

$363.02

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $24.87

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.45

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$423.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.71

Total project goal

$498.05

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