Standing Desks That Support Students with ADHD in the Classroom
Help me give my students standing desks in our classroom, which can help create an environment that supports both physical activity and learning.
$813 goal
This project expired on April 18, 2025.
This project expired on April 18, 2025.
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
Standing desks can be a valuable tool for students in the classroom, offering benefits that support both physical activity and academic focus. For students who struggle with restlessness or difficulty staying still, such as those with ADHD, standing desks provide an opportunity to move more freely, helping to release excess energy. This physical activity can reduce feelings of discomfort or agitation that often arise from sitting for long periods.
By allowing students to alternate between sitting and standing, these desks help improve circulation, increase alertness, and support better focus.
Standing has been shown to enhance blood flow and reduce fatigue, which can lead to longer periods of engagement and improved concentration during lessons. For students who need sensory input to regulate attention, standing desks can also be paired with options like balance stools or wobble cushions, providing additional stimulation to help them stay focused.
Moreover, standing desks encourage autonomy, as students can choose when to stand or sit based on their personal needs. This fosters a sense of independence and self-regulation. Ultimately, standing desks create a more dynamic, flexible learning environment that supports students' physical and cognitive needs, helping them stay engaged, active, and focused throughout the day.
More than 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
150 students impacted
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JOY worker Foldable Mobile Standing Desk, Height Adjustable Sit Stand Desk, 90° Tiltable Rolling Laptop Desk, Portable Desk with Wheels Non-Slip Mat for Home Office, Holds Up to 22lbs, Black
• Amazon Business
$216.99
3
$650.97
Materials cost
$650.97
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$9.76
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$690.73
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$121.89
Total project goal
$812.62
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