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

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Where Comfort Meets Confidence

Help me give my students flexible seating, including tables, chairs, pillows, and lap desks that will create a welcoming ESOL classroom that fosters collaboration, confidence, and meaningful engagement.

  • 6 donors
  • $181 still needed

expires Jun 16

  • 6 donors
  • $181 still needed
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Mrs. Beaver Great Oaks High School
Des Moines, IA Grades 9-12

My Project

Help me give my high school multilingual learners flexible seating options including bar-height tables with stools, foldable lap desks, cozy lounge chairs, and soft floor cushions. These items will transform our ESOL classroom into a welcoming, student-centered space where students feel comfortable, accepted, and safe to take academic risks.

When learners can choose seating that supports their needs, they are more confident speaking in small groups, presenting ideas, and practicing academic English.

Flexible seating will foster collaboration, strengthen communication skills, and prepare students for the teamwork, discussion, and independence required in college, careers, and beyond.

55 students impacted 6 donors

Mrs. Beaver will only receive her materials if this project is fully funded by June 16.

Mrs. Beaver Great Oaks High School Grades 9-12 Des Moines, IA View local requests 55 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Givjoy Comfy Folded Chair, Soft Faux Fur Oversized Folding Accent Chair, Flexible Lounge Lazy Chair for Adults Kids, Metal Frame Moon Chair for Dorm Room, Bedroom, Living Room • Amazon Business $64.00 2 $128.00
HOOBRO Bar Table and Chairs Set, 47.2" Dining Table Set with Power Outlet, 3-Piece Pub Table Set, Kitchen Bar Height Table with Stools of 2, Space Saving for Living Room, Rustic Brown BF46UBT01 • Amazon Business $109.98 1 $109.98
Boho Round Floor Seat Pillows Cushions 22" x 22", Soft Cotton Linen Bohemian Yoga Mandala Meditation Pouf Tatami Floor Pillow Cushion for Living Room Adults & Kids Casual Reading Nooks,Flowers Beige • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
2 Pcs Foldable Laptop Table Lap Desk Mini Bed Table Portable Bed Tray Laptop Stand for Bed for Couch Sofa Working Reading Eating Children Workers School Classroom Home Office Supplies (Wood Color) • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99

Materials cost

$321.95

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $22.05

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$378.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$66.85

Total project goal

$445.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $445.68

6 Donors

-$265.00

Donations toward project cost

-$225.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$39.75

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 $180.68

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