The days of students sitting in rigid rows at stationary desks may be a thing of the past as Madison area teachers raise money for treadmills, yoga ball chairs and pedal bike desks for their classrooms.
Dane County teachers are using DonorsChoose to fund “flexible seating options” that allow students to remain comfortable and mentally engaged while moving their bodies if they need to.
This year, “fidget spinner” was the tenth most searched term on Google, referring to the toys some kids like to absentmindedly play with while they read or do school work. The popularity of the toy gave rise to more conversations around how students can focus and reduce stress in the classroom. Some teachers, like Erin Anderson, said flexible seating options helped some of her students manage anxiety.
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