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Goal

The goal of this project is to create a learning environment where students can maintain focus, increase engagement, and feel comfortable while learning. Many children find it difficult to sit still in traditional chairs for long periods, which often leads to distractions and reduced attention during lessons. By providing flexible seating options such as wobble stools, floor cushions, and lap desks, students will have the freedom to choose seating that best fits their needs and learning styles.
Our objective is to improve student attention, participation, and learning outcomes through these seating aids. The project will help children develop stronger focus, reduce restlessness, and support their ability to work collaboratively and independently. Ultimately, this will contribute to higher achievement in reading, writing, and problem-solving—skills directly connected to grade-level standards and long-term success.
 

 

Category

Class Furniture - Carpets, choral risers, transitional seating/desks, etc. 

 

What will be done with my students

This project will provide alternative seating options for students throughout the school day. The plan is as follows:
• Who: One classroom teacher will oversee the project and guide students in using the new seating responsibly. Approximately 24 students will benefit this year, with many more in the years to come.
• Why this is unique: Instead of a “one-size-fits-all” desk, each student will have a choice that meets their needs. This approach encourages responsibility, independence, and a sense of ownership in learning.
Over the course of the year, students will use flexible seating daily during lessons in reading, writing, and group projects.

• When: Flexible seating will be introduced within the first month after the grant is funded. Students will rotate options until they learn which seating supports their best focus.
• What: The classroom will include a variety of seating—wobble stools for active sitters, wobble chair feet for improved focus in whole group, wobble cushions for small-group activities, and lap desks for working away from traditional tables. Clear expectations will be established so that seating helps, rather than distracts, from learning.
 

 

Benefits to my students

The benefits of this project include both measurable academic outcomes and personal growth.
Measurable Objectives & Evaluation:
• Increased time-on-task, tracked through teacher observations and classroom data.
• Improvement in reading and writing performance, measured through quarterly assessments and state testing.
• Student surveys to measure their perception of focus, comfort, and engagement in class.
• Reduced classroom disruptions, tracked by fewer redirections during lessons.
Outputs (direct results):
• 36 students will immediately benefit from flexible seating this year.
• In future years, classes will continue to use the items as they are durable and reusable.
• Classroom will have 30+ flexible seating items purchased and in daily use.
 

 

Budget Narrative

1. Bouncyband Wiggle Wobble Chair Feet (8 @ $30.14 per set) = $245
2. Wobble Stools (6 @ $89.99 each) = $360
3. Wobble Cushions (6 @ $25 each) = $150
4. Portable Lap Desks (10.99 @ $16.50 each; comes in 10 pack) = $165
5. Shipping & Handling (approximately) = $80
Total: $1000

This grant will fund the purchase of flexible seating options designed to improve student focus and participation in class. The majority of funds will be used to purchase seating aids, including bouncy chair feet, wobble stools, wobble cushions, and lap desks. Approximate shipping and handling costs are included in the budget.
These items are durable and can be reused for years to come, making the investment long-lasting. Flexible seating supports student growth in attention, collaboration, and learning outcomes tied to grade-level standards. The expected impact is improved focus, stronger participation, and measurable gains in student performance.

 

 

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