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Mr. Miller from Hyattsville, MD is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Us Bridge the Tech Gap for Back-to-School

Help me give my students a colorful and inspiring classroom filled with fun borders, bulletin board paper, and ready-made letters to celebrate learning and boost motivation all year long!

  • $585 goal

This project expired on September 29, 2025.

This project expired on September 29, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

My students are full of energy, creativity, and potential. What I love most about them is their ability to bring joy into learning and their eagerness to take ownership of their classroom. Whether they’re working together on projects, helping one another through challenges, or proudly sharing their work, they truly shine when they feel supported, seen, and celebrated.

This project will help transform our classroom into a space that’s not only functional.

Here’s how each resource will make a difference:

🎨 Bulletin board paper, letters, and trims will allow us to create vibrant, themed displays that reflect student work, seasonal celebrations, and educational content. These visuals will help reinforce academic concepts while giving students a sense of pride and belonging.

✏️ 600 pre-sharpened pencils will ensure every student is always prepared to participate without stress or delay. These tools are basic, but essential.

🍭 Bulk candy and lollipops will be used as part of a classroom reward system that encourages positive behavior, builds community, and gives students something fun to look forward to.

🔥 The hot glue gun kit will support our hands-on learning and creative expression during group projects and classroom decorating.

đź«™ Unbreakable craft jars will keep our supplies organized and accessible

🇺🇸 History posters will visually support our social studies curriculum

🌟 Stickers—from funny memes to superheroes and sports—will serve as personalized rewards and motivation

When students walk into a classroom that’s bright, structured, and full of encouragement, it sets the tone for how they learn and how they feel. Your support helps create that environment and ensures every student has access to the tools and materials they need to succeed.

Thank you for helping us make this classroom a place where kids love to learn!

Mr. Miller Nicholas Orem Middle School Grades 6-8

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.

Hyattsville, MD 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

97 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Bulk Candy Individually Wrapped - Parade Kid’s Dream, 5lb of Individually Wrapped Party Candy Variety Mix Bag, Kid’s Favorite Sweets Giant Bag Assorted Classic Candies for Pinata Filler, Goodie Bag • Amazon Business $32.95 2 $65.90
Teacher Created Resources? Light Maple Wood Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll, 4/Carton (TCR32322) • Quill.com $56.42 1 $56.42
Trend Royal Blue 4" Casual Uppercase Ready Letters, Bulletin Board Decor, 4-Inch, 72 Pieces • Amazon Business $9.69 5 $48.45
Candy Variety Pack – 5 lb Bulk Candy – Stunning Snacks Variety Pack – Bulk Candy Individually Wrapped – Twizzlers, Sour Patch, KitKat • Amazon Business $38.95 1 $38.95
Shuttle Art Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils, 600 Pack Sharpened Yellow Pencils with Erasers, Bulk Pack Graphite Pencils for School and Teacher Supplies, Writing, Drawing and Sketching • Amazon Business $36.98 1 $36.98
Dum Dum Lollipops Bulk Variety | 200 Individually Wrapped Suckers Candies | Assorted Flavors of Original Pops in Reusable Plastic Tub • Amazon Business $28.87 1 $28.87
Fadeless Bulletin Board Paper Roll, 24" x 60', Brown (PAC0057027) • Quill.com $28.67 1 $28.67
Gorilla Hot Glue Gun Kit (Pack of 1 Full Size Hot Glue Gun and 45 Sticks) - Dual Temp, Precision Nozzle, and Easy Squeeze Trigger • Amazon Business $27.49 1 $27.49
Lakeshore Large Unbreakable Craft Jars - Set of 3 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
Teacher Created Resources Fun Size Light Blue Better Than Paper® Bulletin Board Roll (TCR77420) • Amazon Business $15.87 1 $15.87
5 Pcs American Expansion in US History Poster Set Social Studies Classroom Decorations Study Materials for Teachers Middle School and High School Classroom History Classroom Decorations • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Teacher Created Resources Fun Size Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll, 18" x 12', Burlap • Amazon Business $14.74 1 $14.74
306pcs Funny Meme Vinyl Stickers Pack, Large Bulk Sticker for Laptop, Phone, Water Bottles, Computer... Vine Sticker Decal DIY DĂ©cor for Bumper Wall • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
4th of July Scalloped Bulletin Board Stickers Border 5 Styles 60 Pieces Self-Adhesive Blackboard Border Stickers Patriotic Bulletin Border Stickers Star Plaid Stripes Red Blue White Border Trim Decor • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
200PCS Teens Hero Stickers for Water Bottles Superhero Stickers for Boys Teens Adults Waterproof Vinyl Stickers Bulk for Skateboard Luggage Laptops Bumper Comic Legends Theme Party Supplies • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Sports Stickers 150PCS Sport Gift,Sports Stickers for Water Bottles,Basketball,Baseball,Football,Volleyball,Soccer,Stickers Sports,Stickers for Teens/Kids • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$433.28

Vendor shipping charges

$0.85

Sales tax

$26.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$496.63

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$87.64

Total project goal

$584.27

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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