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Ms. Wells from Elon, NC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Wells's classroom raised $500

Color that Changes Learning

Help me give my students bright paper and sturdy cardstock that support color‑coded notes and interactive activities, helping them stay organized, focused, and confident throughout our math and science units.

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Ms. Wells Western Middle School
Elon, NC Grades 6-8

My Project

My 8th grade math and science students thrive when learning feels clear, organized, and engaging—and color plays a huge role in making that happen. In our classroom, colored paper and cardstock aren’t just decoration; they’re essential tools that help students understand and retain information.

I color‑code each unit so students can quickly recognize their notes, stay organized, and build confidence as they move through new concepts.

Bright, durable cardstock also supports the hands‑on activities we do throughout the year such as interactive stations, foldables, graphic organizers, and collaborative tasks that make learning active and memorable.

We use a large amount of paper because these strategies truly work. With consistent access to colored paper and cardstock, my students will have the visual support they need to stay engaged, keep track of their learning, and participate fully in the activities that make our classroom come alive.

Your support helps me create a learning environment where every student can succeed.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

HBCU Alum 120 students impacted 2 donors
Ms. Wells Western Middle School Grades 6-8

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Elon, NC View local requests

More than half of 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

HBCU Alum 120 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Astrobrights Colored Paper, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, Assorted Happy Colors, Pack of 500, Green, 11x8.5x2.5 - Adult • School Specialty $24.97 1 $24.97
Astrobrights Colored Cardstock, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, Assorted Happy Colors, Pack of 250, Green, 11x8.5x2.5 - Adult • School Specialty $24.97 1 $24.97
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock, Punchy Pastel 5-Color Assortment, 320 Sheets, 65 lb./176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91780) • Amazon Business $22.48 1 $22.48
Hammermill Colored Paper, 20 lb Lilac Printer Paper, 8.5 x 11-1 Ream (500 Sheets) - Made in the USA, Pastel Paper, 102269C • Amazon Business $10.71 2 $21.42
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Cardstock,"Frosty" 5-Color Assortment, 320 Sheets, 65 lb/176 gsm, 8.5" x 11" (91689) • Amazon Business $21.33 1 $21.33
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper, Punchy Pastel Blue Bliss, 625 Sheets, 24 lb./89 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91730) • Amazon Business $21.10 1 $21.10
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper, Bright Pink, 625 Sheets, 24 lb/89 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91674) • Amazon Business $19.63 1 $19.63
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper, Neon Pink, 625 Sheets, 24 lb/89 gsm, 8.5" x 11 - MORE SHEETS! (91673) • Amazon Business $19.42 1 $19.42
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper, Neon Green, 625 Sheets, 24 lb/89 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91672) • Amazon Business $18.83 1 $18.83
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper, Punchy Pastel 5-Color Assortment, 625 Sheets, 24 lb./89 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91732) • Amazon Business $18.76 1 $18.76
Astrobrights Mega Collection Colored Paper, 8 ½ x 11, 24 lb/89 gsm, Bright Purple, 625 Ct. (91675) "Amazon Exclusive" - More Sheets! • Amazon Business $18.63 1 $18.63
Neenah Astrobrights Premium Color Paper, 24 lb, 8.5 x 11 Inches, 500 Sheets, Fireball Fuchsia (22681) • Amazon Business $17.92 1 $17.92
Astrobrights Mega Collection, Colored Paper, Bright Blue, 625 Sheets, 24 lb/89 gsm, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91621) • Amazon Business $17.23 1 $17.23
Astrobrights Color Cardstock, 65 lb Cover Weight, 8.5 x 11, Fireball Fuchsia, 250/Pack • Amazon Business $16.73 1 $16.73
Astrobrights Color Cardstock, 65 lb Cover Weight, 8.5 x 11, Planetary Purple, 250/Pack • Amazon Business $16.26 1 $16.26
Astrobrights Color Cardstock, 65 lb Cover Weight, 8.5 x 11, Vulcan Green, 250/Pack • Amazon Business $15.67 1 $15.67
Astrobrights Punchy Pastels 65 lb. Cardstock Paper 8.5 x 11 Punchy Pastel Assortment 100 Sheets/Pack (91786) • Staples $14.29 1 $14.29
Neenah Astrobrights Color Paper, 8.5”x11”, 89gsm, Rocket Red, 500 Sheets (22641), 24lb Colored Paper • Amazon Business $13.19 1 $13.19
Astrobrights Colored Paper, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, 24 lb/89 gsm, Tropical 5-Color Assortment, 100 Sheets, Yellow, 11x8.5x0.48 - Adult • School Specialty $6.22 2 $12.44

Materials cost

$355.27

Vendor shipping charges

 $6.24

Sales tax

 $27.71

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$424.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.92

Total project goal

$499.47

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $499.47

1 Donor

-$249.74

Donations toward project cost

-$212.28

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.46

match offer

-$249.73

Match offer toward project cost

-$212.27

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$37.46

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