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Mrs. Ruiz from South Gate, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Tools for Neurodiverse Students

Help me give my students tools to stay focused and organized while learning!

  • $1,303 goal

This project expired on August 23, 2025.

This project expired on August 23, 2025.

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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

My students are enthusiastic learners who love coming to school each day! Over the years, the population of neurodiverse learners at my school has grown exponentially, and it is essential to provide tools for these students to succeed.

These chairs will facilitate customized seating options for students who have a harder time sitting still on the rug and focusing on instruction.

These chairs will provide a space that is unique for my students. The strong backing of these chairs is also comfortable and gives better support for those students who lack core muscle strength.

The chair organizers will make it easier for students to stay better organized, which will facilitate more time on task for learning and less time looking for materials for students who struggle with executive functioning skills. All of these items will assist all learners in my classroom to be successful!

Mrs. Ruiz Independence Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

24 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Seat Sack Storage Pocket, Standard, 14 Inches, Black - Cotton - Durable • School Specialty $26.02 24 $624.48
Lakeshore Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 4 $279.96

Materials cost

$904.44

Vendor shipping charges

$76.45

Sales tax

$82.76

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.57

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,107.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$195.39

Total project goal

$1,302.61

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