My students need a variety of seating options that cater to their specific learning needs and that also encourage a comfortable environment that mimics that of a home.
After just recently meeting my new students, I can already tell that this is going to be one of my best years yet! Almost every student told me that math was their favorite subject and I can't tell you how excited that makes me. They all seemed so eager to start school and their excitement has spurred within me a drive and passion like never before. We haven't had one day of class yet, but I'm already prepared to put in any work required to make this one of my best years yet.
Most of the students at my school come from a low socioeconomic household, with over half receiving free and reduced lunch.
The county that I work in is also very rural and access to internet is extremely limited. It my hope that with a fully funded project, I will be able to offer them something new and excited at school, but at the same time make them feel at home and comfortable in their learning environment.
My Project
This school year, I've been inspired by one of my co-workers to implement a flexible seating arrangement in my classroom. I have witnessed firsthand the success she has seen through the use of wobble stools, rolling stools, floor seats, etc. Big, bulky, hard, and uncomfortable desks are becoming a think of the past. Children cannot freely move and one desk takes up entirely too much space in a classroom. As a math teacher, this is valuable space that could be devoted to special math center areas.
I've selected two different styles of stools and one rectangle table to get me started on the flexible seating journey.
By finding a seat that makes them feel comfortable and at ease, my students will then be able to apply more focus on the academic and social goals before them.
Kore Patented WOBBLE Chair | Now with Antimicrobial Protection | Stem Flexible Seating | Made in the USA - Active Sitting for Kids - Junior, Blue (16in)
• Amazon Business
$79.99
4
$319.96
ECR4Kids Mesa Premium 30" x 48" Rectangular School Activity Table, Standard Legs w/Ball Glides, Adjustable Height 19-30 inch (Grey/Black)
• Amazon Business
$219.73
1
$219.73
Flash Furniture (LF-214A-BLACK-GG) Vibrant Black Tractor Seat and Chrome Stool, 17W x 15D x 25.75H - Inches
• Amazon Business
$44.59
4
$178.36
Materials cost
$718.05
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$49.55
3rd party payment processing fee
$10.77
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$808.37
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$142.65
Total project goal
$951.02
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$951.02
6 Donors
-$845.00
Donations toward project cost
-$719.75
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$125.25
match offer
-$104.26
Match offer toward project cost
-$88.62
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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