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Ms. Schaffer from Portage, MI is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Soft Spaces, Bright Minds

Help me give my students a calm, comfortable space to grow, learn, and succeed together.

  • $410 goal

This project expired on October 15, 2025.

This project expired on October 15, 2025.

My Project

I teach a variety of abilities in my classroom, and my students move in and out of general education settings throughout the day. They return to my room for breaks, direct instruction, and much more, which makes a clear definition of spaces essential for their success.

The calm colors of this new carpet will help foster a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere that supports their ability to learn, grow, and feel comfortable.

Providing a calm, well-structured space lets each student reach their full potential and make meaningful progress in a space that they feel safe in.

Ms. Schaffer Central Elementary School Grades PreK-2 Portage, MI View local requests

More than a third 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

8 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Calming Colors® A Place for Everyone Carpet for 12 Kids - 6' x 8' • Lakeshore Learning Materials $299.00 1 $299.00

Materials cost

$299.00

Vendor shipping charges

 $14.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.48

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$348.43

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$61.49

Total project goal

$409.92

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