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Ms. Sumpter from Upper Marlboro, MD is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Pre-K Back To School

Help me give my students a great start to the 2025-2026 school your with some supplies that will help them begin on track.

  • $1,210 goal

This project expired on October 19, 2025.

This project expired on October 19, 2025.

My Project

For some students Pre-k is the very first step in their educational journey, and as an Educator I want to give them the opportunity to be a sponge and soak up all of the knowledge they will need to have a wonderful educational journey. I would like to start them off with resources that will have them excited about learning.

What I love most about my students is their curiosity, resilience, and willingness to grow.

Every day, they show up ready to explore, ask questions, and challenge themselves—even when the material is tough or unfamiliar. Their enthusiasm is contagious, and it motivates me to be a better educator.

Each resource I request is chosen with their individual and collective learning needs in mind. Whether it’s hands-on tools for STEM exploration, diverse books that reflect their identities and expand their worldviews, or flexible seating that supports focus and comfort, every item plays a role in making learning more engaging, inclusive, and effective. These resources aren't just “things”—they're opportunities. They help students feel seen, inspired, and empowered to take ownership of their learning journey.

My goal for purchasing resources for my Pre-K students is to support their early development by providing hands-on, sensory-rich, and play-based learning materials that foster curiosity, creativity, and foundational skills. These resources will help build essential social-emotional, language, motor, and cognitive skills in a joyful and nurturing classroom environment where every child can thrive.

Ms. Sumpter Arrowhead Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

Upper Marlboro, MD View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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 40 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Draw & Write Journal - Set of 10 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 6 $239.94
Lakeshore Neon Connect & Store Book Bins - Set of 6 Colors • Lakeshore Learning Materials $34.99 4 $139.96
[100 Count] Mega Pack of XLarge Bags Jumbo 3.5 GALLON BIG Size Clear Thick Freezer Food Storage Bags for Toys, Arts, Crafts, Moving, Clothing & Closet Organization (packaging may vary) • Amazon Business $46.09 2 $92.18
Lakeshore The Pet Vet • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 2 $79.98
Educational Insights Sprout & Grow Window Plant Growing Kit, Science Kit for Homeschool & Classrooms, Ages 5+ • Amazon Business $26.39 2 $52.78
Staples White Box 8.5 x 11 Copy Paper 20 lbs. 92 Brightness White 5000 Sheets/Carton (324791/200230) • Staples $45.99 1 $45.99
Lakeshore Magnetic Hooks - Set of 5 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $9.99 4 $39.96
20 Rolls Colorful Scalloped Bulletin Board Borders 328 ft Multicolor Classroom Borders for Bulletin Board Trim Boho Scalloped Border Trim for Classroom Home Decorations 16.4 ft Each 20 Colors • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
Nature Bound Butterfly Growing Kit - Live Caterpillar to Butterfly Project for Kids - Includes Voucher for Caterpillars, Green Pop-Up Enclosure, and STEM Learning Guide • Amazon Business $16.45 2 $32.90
TOAOB 100pcs Wiggle Googly Eyes Self Adhesive for Craft Sticker Eyes 6mm to 35mm Assorted Sizes and Colors Round Plastic Crafts Eyes for DIY Arts Crafts Scrapbooking • Amazon Business $3.39 8 $27.12
Lakeshore Magnetic Storage Boxes - Set of 4 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 2 $25.98
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Black 12/Pack (30001) • Staples $9.45 2 $18.90
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Assorted 12/Pack (30075/30072) • Staples $7.99 2 $15.98
1221 Pieces Wiggle Googly Eyes Self Adhesive Wiggle Eyes (Assorted Sizes) for DIY Crafts Scrapbooking (Classic & Assorted Colors) • Amazon Business $6.98 2 $13.96
Chalkboard Record Book • Lakeshore Learning Materials $5.99 2 $11.98
60 Feet Bulletin Board Borders, Color Balloons Pattern Scalloped Rolled Border Trim for School, Classroom & Offices • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
ERKE 60 Feet Bulletin Board Borders, Colorful Crayon Die-Cut Rolled Border Trim Decoration Borders for School, Classroom & Offices • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Sabary 71 ft Summer Ocean Bulletin Board Borders Under The Sea Classroom Decorations Sea Animals Border Trim for Summer Home Office School Classroom Chalkboard Wall Ocean Party Decorations • Amazon Business $7.69 1 $7.69
Celebrate Diversity! Kids Border • Lakeshore Learning Materials $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$903.26

Vendor shipping charges

$27.14

Sales tax

$54.20

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,028.15

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$181.44

Total project goal

$1,209.59

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