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Ms. Middleton from Capitol Hgts., MD is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bulletin Boards That Speak: Inspiring Confidence and Motivation Every Day

Help me give my students bulletin boards that are full of encouragement and motivation.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Middleton's classroom raised $204

This project is fully funded

My Project

Middle school students need daily reminders that they are capable, valued, and full of potential. In a time when self-esteem can waver and motivation can dip, inspirational bulletin boards can be a powerful way to lift students up and encourage them to keep going.

This project will help us create colorful, meaningful bulletin boards throughout our school that promote growth mindset, resilience, kindness, and self-belief.

With your support, we’ll purchase materials like vibrant posters, positive affirmations, themed decorations, and border supplies that make these messages stand out and stick.

These bulletin boards aren’t just visual, they're daily sources of encouragement that reach every student, especially those who may not hear these words elsewhere. Whether it's a quote that reminds them not to give up, or a visual that celebrates diversity and strength, these messages help shape a more supportive, student-centered school culture.

When students are surrounded by encouragement, they begin to believe in themselves. A few powerful words on a wall can spark confidence, comfort, and a stronger drive to succeed. With your help, we can make our walls speak hope, courage, and possibility every single day.

Ms. Middleton Walker Mill Middle School Grades 6-8

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

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Capitol Hgts., MD 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

999 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
WUYUEJXI 65Feet Bulletin Board Borders, Shine Scalloped Borders Bulletin Board Border Decorative,Trim Poster Borders Classroom Decoration for School, Classroom Decoration Strips（Navy Blue） • Amazon Business $8.99 3 $26.97
65Feet Shine Scalloped Bulletin Board Border - Decorative Trim Poster Borders for School Classroom Decoration Strips (Gold) • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97
Rainbow Positive Affirmation Station Bulletin Board Motivational Posters Mirror Growth Mindset Decors for Classroom I Am Positive Affirmations Accent Cutouts for Back to School Office Home Wall Supply • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Motivational Bulletin Board Set Colorful Inspirational decoration for Classroom Motivational Posters Choose to Be Positive Accent Cutouts Colorful Bulletin Boards for Teachers School Wall Supplies • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Motivational Bulletin Board Decoration Set Classroom Affirmation Station Bulletin Board in This School Classroom Cutouts for Back to School Elementary Home Wall Door Supplies • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Spiareal 68.9 Feet Paw Print Border Bulletin Board Border Flower Beach Sun Eucalyptus Paw Flag Hat Balloon Sailboat for Classroom Boards Wall Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Weekgrat 45pcs Space Affirmation Station Bulletin Board Set Motivational Posters Classroom Mirror Growth Mindset Decor Positive Affirmations Accents Cutouts for School Office Home Teacher Wall Supply • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Teacher Created Resources Modern Farmhouse Positive Sayings Straight Rolled Border Trim (TCR8913),Black/White • Amazon Business $8.93 1 $8.93
Teacher Created Resources Gold Paw Prints Accents (4645) • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
Teacher Created Resources Blue Paw Print Accents (TCR4275) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Teacher Created Resources Blue with Gold Paw Prints Border Trim (4643) • Amazon Business $3.99 1 $3.99

Materials cost

$133.29

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $8.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.00

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$173.29

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$30.58

Total project goal

$203.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $203.87

1 Donor

-$203.87

Donations toward project cost

-$173.29

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$30.58

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