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Mrs. Ray from Glenn Heights, TX is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Wobble Chairs for an Engaged and Energized Classroom

Help me give my students three wobble chairs for our 5th grade classroom to enhance student focus and engagement through flexible seating.

  • $842 goal

This project expired on December 18, 2024.

This project expired on December 18, 2024.

My Project

I am excited to introduce a new project to enhance the learning environment in my 5th-grade classroom. My goal is to provide three wobble chairs for my students to improve their focus and engagement. These flexible seating options will allow students to move and fidget while they work, which has been shown to increase concentration and productivity.

Incorporating wobble chairs into our classroom will support diverse learning styles and needs.

Many students, especially those who find it challenging to sit still for extended periods, benefit from the ability to move while they work. Wobble chairs provide an outlet for this need without disrupting their peers. They are designed to help students stay attentive and engaged in their lessons, which can lead to better academic outcomes.

How Will the Wobble Chairs Help?

Improved Focus: Students can release excess energy and stay more engaged in their learning tasks.

Enhanced Comfort: Wobble chairs allow for natural movement, which can reduce discomfort associated with traditional seating.

Encouragement of Active Learning: By integrating flexible seating, we create a classroom environment that supports active and dynamic learning.

These wobble chairs will benefit all students, particularly those who struggle with traditional seating arrangements. They will have the opportunity to choose a seating option that best suits their learning style, leading to a more inclusive and effective classroom experience.

Mrs. Ray Frank D Moates Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Glenn Heights, TX View local requests

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

150 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
MooreCo Hierarchy Grow Plastic School Chair, Green (50970-Green) • Quill.com $224.99 3 $674.97

Materials cost

$674.97

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.12

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$715.09

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$126.19

Total project goal

$841.28

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