{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Sequoyah Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":11.5,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7743321,"projectId":10190857,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your generous support of my students and our classroom. Your donations have provided materials that may seem simple—headphones, earbuds, a rolling cart, pencil organizers, storage containers, and other classroom supplies—but they have made a meaningful difference in my students' ability to learn and grow.\r\n\r\nAs a special education teacher working with students who need additional support in reading, I see every day how important it is to create an environment where students feel comfortable, focused, and successful. Many of my students have experienced frustration or self-doubt when it comes to reading. Having the right tools helps remove some of those barriers and allows them to concentrate on the learning taking place in front of them.\r\n\r\nThe headphones and earbuds, for example, give students the opportunity to listen to reading instruction, practice skills independently, and work at a pace that meets their individual needs. The rolling cart allows us to keep our learning materials organized and accessible, while the organizers and storage containers help create a structured classroom where students can easily find the supplies they need. That organization helps our classroom run more smoothly and gives students one less thing to worry about when they are trying to learn.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, these resources help my students experience success. A student who once struggled to stay focused can now complete an activity independently. A student who felt discouraged by reading can begin to see progress. A student who may have needed constant assistance can gain confidence by having the right tools available to work on their own.\r\n\r\nYour generosity tells my students that their education matters and that people believe in their potential. Every pencil sharpened, every word read, every lesson completed, and every small step forward is part of a much bigger journey.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students and helping me provide them with the tools they need to become stronger, more confident readers. Your kindness reaches far beyond the items you donated—it helps create opportunities, build confidence, and remind my students that they can succeed.","fullyFundedDate":1778008034758,"projectUrl":"project/reading-center-make-over/10190857/","projectTitle":"Reading Center Make Over!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wooden","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7743321_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1695818829135","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7743321"},{"teacherId":8562021,"projectId":10315401,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for the supplies for the Sequoyah Drama Department! We are starting the year off right with a new vacuum, book shelf and gaffer's tape! What more could a drama department need?\r\n\r\nYour continued support of the arts at Sequoyah does not go unnoticed. Public school performing arts programs could not exist without donors like yourselves. Thank you for taking the time to support the arts. \r\n\r\nAlso, please make plans to come and see our November musical - The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical, it will be a real crowd pleaser!","fullyFundedDate":1783831439554,"projectUrl":"project/new-book-shelf-classroom-supplies/10315401/","projectTitle":"New Book Shelf & Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conrady","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8562021_orig.jpg?crop=1694,1694,x0,y417&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768409939445","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miriamconrady"},{"teacherId":8562021,"projectId":10249147,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to the Sequoyah Drama Department! These new headsets will help us as we head into the 2026-2027 school year, where we will present seven shows - four class plays, two all school musicals, and The Sequoyah Showcase! \r\n\r\nI hope that you will join us for a show next season! \r\n\r\nThank you for your continued support of the arts in Edmond Public Schools! Your generosity does not go unnoticed, and we could not do all that we do without all of you. \r\n\r\nIf you have a student at home, tell them to rest and recharge, we are going to have a busy year!","fullyFundedDate":1778003778096,"projectUrl":"project/new-headset-mics/10249147/","projectTitle":"New Headset Mics","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conrady","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8562021_orig.jpg?crop=1694,1694,x0,y417&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768409939445","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miriamconrady"},{"teacherId":8062917,"projectId":9986433,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my classroom! Your generosity means more than you know. Because of you, my students will have access to resources that make our classroom more engaging, welcoming, and exciting. As a teacher, it means so much to know there are people who believe in our students and want to help them succeed. We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and for choosing to invest in our classroom. Thank you for being part of our school year! I hope you have an incredible year! I'm cheering for you!","fullyFundedDate":1769712595803,"projectUrl":"project/spring-semester-essentials/9986433/","projectTitle":"Spring Semester Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Coleman","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8062917_orig.jpg?crop=1852,1852,x1335,y391&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1659374814554","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8062917"},{"teacherId":9602251,"projectId":9498670,"letterContent":"Thank you for the dry erase boards and rewards! My students' energy is contagious, and these tools make our learning a true adventure. The boards offer a low-stakes space to practice, providing instant feedback and boosting collaboration. The portable desk is a game-changer, allowing me to move fluidly through the room to provide instant, individual support. Meanwhile, the game pieces and rewards have improved motivation and positive reinforcement. Your gift helps these resilient learners embrace challenges and celebrate every \"aha!\" moment. We are so grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1755708739037,"projectUrl":"project/tools-for-active-learning/9498670/","projectTitle":"Tools For Active Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Martin","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9602251_orig.jpg?crop=2361,2361,x0,y141&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1730516460319","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/shae-martin"},{"teacherId":9212194,"projectId":9903643,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to our class. My Broadcasting students are using all of the equipment to help enhance their videos that they creat each week. My students are grateful to have new microphones to enhance their videos and the sound quality. Without them, their videos would have low sound quality and it would be difficult to hear what they are saying. All of the equipment will continue to be an asset this semester and into our next school year. Thank you again for your support and donations!","fullyFundedDate":1763567473892,"projectUrl":"project/new-broadcasting-equipment-for-2026/9903643/","projectTitle":"New Broadcasting Equipment for 2026","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Burnett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/burnettbroadcasting"},{"teacherId":7736150,"projectId":9873057,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for contributing to my Donors Choose project to restock my classroom. My students were so excited to see the new supplies as the packages began to be delivered. They were especially excited about the new hot glue guns.\r\n\r\nIn December we used the supplies to make table top mini golf holes. Thanks to the great new supplies these projects were amazing. Students using paint, construction paper, and glue guns created holes with holiday, arcade, and musical themes.\r\n\r\nCurrently some of my students are using these supplies to create scale models of businesses. Other students are using the balsa wood to build a boomilever for an up coming science competition.","fullyFundedDate":1763567138739,"projectUrl":"project/restock-mrs-bryans-classroom-supplies/9873057/","projectTitle":"Restock Mrs. Bryan's Classroom Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bryan","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7736150_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1611930276987","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7736150"},{"teacherId":8562021,"projectId":10009523,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your continued support of the Sequoyah Drama Program! As stated in my original donation request, we have a full slate of shows this semester. I have attached advertisements for two of them, and I do hope that you will consider attending one of our productions. It is the best way to see your donation in action. We are extremely thankful for your generosity and your commitment to the arts. The Sequoyah Drama Program is a special place to belong, and donors like you make it all the more special.","fullyFundedDate":1768409152085,"projectUrl":"project/january-2026-stock-up/10009523/","projectTitle":"January 2026 Stock Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conrady","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8562021_orig.jpg?crop=1694,1694,x0,y417&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768409939445","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miriamconrady"},{"teacherId":7737088,"projectId":9601368,"letterContent":"The donations have had an immediate and positive impact on my classroom by supporting hands-on learning with maps, our geography magazine project, and everyday assignments. Students were excited when they first saw the new materials and were eager to use them, especially knowing all the supplies they needed were available right in the classroom. Next, students will continue applying these resources as they analyze maps, create informative magazine pages, and build stronger geography skills through upcoming projects and lessons.\r\n\r\nThese materials have also helped create a more engaging and equitable learning environment, where every student can fully participate without worrying about bringing supplies from home. Having consistent access to quality resources has increased student confidence, creativity, and collaboration during class activities. Your support has truly helped make geography come alive for my students and has strengthened their overall learning experience.","fullyFundedDate":1764691024794,"projectUrl":"project/stocking-up-for-student-success-in-geogr/9601368/","projectTitle":"Stocking Up for Student Success in Geography","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fergason","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7737088_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723641121779","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7737088"},{"teacherId":2600104,"projectId":9579443,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our DonorsChoose project. Because of your kindness, my students now have access to resources that are already making a meaningful difference in our classroom.\r\n\r\nThanks to you, my students are able to work and learn without hunger pangs. The multiple snacks, drinks, and fridge have increased their engagement and excitement for learning, and I've already seen them become more confident and motivated in their work.\r\n\r\nOne student recently said, \"I know that I can always come to our room for a snack and I don't have to wait until lunch,\" which truly shows the impact your generosity has had. Moments like these remind us how powerful community support can be.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped create an environment where students feel supported, encouraged, and inspired to do their best. On behalf of my students and myself, thank you for believing in our classroom and for investing in their future.","fullyFundedDate":1764686404525,"projectUrl":"project/fueling-success-for-middle-school-studen/9579443/","projectTitle":"Fueling Success for Middle School Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Vazquez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2600104_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1767403353837","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2600104"},{"teacherId":8562021,"projectId":9809792,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of the Sequoyah Drama Department! \r\n\r\nWe have needed new monologue books for quite some time and now we have them! You were also able to provide new headsets for our microphones and supplies for our upcoming musical. \r\n\r\nI would love to invite you to attend a performance of Freaky Friday this weekend - November 14th and 15th. It is going to be a great show, and it is because of donors like you that we are able to continue offering quality programing to our students.","fullyFundedDate":1762186487597,"projectUrl":"project/monologue-books-headsets/9809792/","projectTitle":"Monologue Books & Headsets","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Conrady","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8562021_orig.jpg?crop=1694,1694,x0,y417&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1768409939445","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miriamconrady"},{"teacherId":8830209,"projectId":9575348,"letterContent":"A Huge Thank You for Our New Lab Tools!\r\n\r\nWe are incredibly grateful to Donors Choose and all the generous supporters who funded our science project this year. Your contributions have completely transformed our classroom into a dynamic, hands-on lab, making science more accessible and memorable for every student.\r\n\r\nThe specific materials have already made a huge impact on our lessons. Students used the 6-volt batteries to successfully build and test electromagnets, moving beyond theory to true discovery. The new gloves ensure safe handling of materials like iron filings, and the large post-it notes are perfect for collaborative anchor charts. Thank you for investing in opportunities for inquiry and inspiring our future scientists and thinkers!","fullyFundedDate":1755703223837,"projectUrl":"project/eighth-grade-science-lab-supplies/9575348/","projectTitle":"Eighth Grade Science Lab Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Tucker","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8830209"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_42088","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1064,"numTeachers":65,"percentFrplEligible":32,"percentAsian":1,"percentBlack":6,"percentWhite":67,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":12,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":9,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"16.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":88.5,"schoolId":42088,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Sequoyah Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Sequoyah Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/edmond-public-schools/sequoyah-middle-school/42088"}