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Ms. Wadley from Chicago, IL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Learning: Providing Essential Paper Supplies for Our New Curriculum

Help me give my students the resources they need to succeed by providing paper for printing our new curriculum materials, ensuring they have everything necessary for a productive and engaging learning experience.

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My Project

The specific item I’m requesting—paper for printing—will directly impact my students' learning by ensuring they have access to the essential curriculum materials needed for their success. With our new curriculum, students will engage with a variety of printed resources, including worksheets, study guides, and reference materials. These printed materials will enable hands-on activities, allow for personalized learning experiences, and help reinforce key concepts through practice and repetition. By having these resources readily available, my students can fully engage in lessons, participate in collaborative projects, and develop critical thinking skills.

My primary goal for this project is to ensure that every student has the necessary tools to thrive academically.

By providing printed materials, I aim to enhance their understanding of the curriculum, improve their retention of information, and foster a love for learning. I want to create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment where every student, regardless of their background or learning style, has equal access to the resources they need to succeed.

What makes my students special is their resilience, curiosity, and eagerness to learn. Despite facing various challenges, they come to school each day ready to engage and grow. They are a diverse group, each bringing unique perspectives and strengths to the classroom. By supporting this project, you are not just providing paper; you are investing in the future of these bright, determined, and capable students, helping them reach their full potential. Your contribution will make a significant difference in their academic journey and beyond.

Ms. Wadley Shoop Academy of Math Science & Technology 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.

More about Ms. Wadley

Chicago, IL 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

100 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Staples Multiuse Copy Paper 8.5 x 11 20 lbs. White 500 Sheets/Ream 10 Reams/Carton (20472) • Staples $50.49 2 $100.98

Materials cost

$100.98

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.51

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$132.49

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$23.38

Total project goal

$155.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$155.87

1 Donor

-$77.94

Donations toward project cost

-$66.25

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.69

match offer

-$77.93

Match offer toward project cost

-$66.24

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.69

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$0.00

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