{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wheeler Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":41.7,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":5114057,"projectId":9702302,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our yoga mats project for Wheeler Middle School student-athletes. Your contribution is already making a meaningful impact on our program.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, our athletes now have clean, safe, and reliable mats they can call their own. These mats allow students to stretch, recover, practice mindfulness, and build healthy habits with dignity and confidence. For many of our athletes, this is their first time having personal equipment they can take home — something that helps them continue their health and wellness routines long after practice ends.\r\n\r\nYour gift goes far beyond supplies. You've helped create a space where students feel supported, valued, and motivated to care for their physical and mental well-being. Thank you for investing in our athletes and helping us build a stronger, healthier future for them.","fullyFundedDate":1760102798586,"projectUrl":"project/yoga-mats-for-student-athletes/9702302/","projectTitle":"Yoga Mats for Student-Athletes","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Madni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5114057_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752176528662","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5114057"},{"teacherId":8571672,"projectId":9503638,"letterContent":"The resources provided through this project have had a profound and direct impact on student engagement and learning equity in our classroom. By securing a reliable supply of paper and pencils, we have eliminated the daily barrier of students lacking essential tools. Now, every child can immediately participate in activities and assignments, leading to maximized instructional time and reduced anxiety about not having the right materials. \r\n\r\nThis project ensures a level playing field where students can concentrate entirely on the curriculum. Furthermore, the introduction of the individual dry-erase boards has revolutionized how we practice and assess learning. These interactive tools allow students to confidently test ideas, make mistakes, and correct them instantly. This not only boosts their enthusiasm for problem-solving but also provides me with immediate, real-time feedback (formative assessment) on the understanding of the entire class, allowing me to tailor my teaching moments better.","fullyFundedDate":1755735374381,"projectUrl":"project/pencils-paper-possibilities/9503638/","projectTitle":"Pencils, Paper, Possibilities!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hair","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8571672"},{"teacherId":5114057,"projectId":9817062,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for providing our student athletes with replacement yoga mats to take home. Your generosity directly supports their growth, recovery, and overall well-being. Many of our students do not have access to safe or reliable equipment outside of school, so receiving their own mat means they can continue building healthy habits long after practice ends.\r\n\r\nThese mats give our athletes a clean and supportive space to stretch, strengthen, and work on mobility. These skills are essential not only for performance but also for injury prevention and mental health. Several of our students have already shared how excited they are to finally have a mat they can call their own and how this will help them stay consistent with their recovery routines.\r\n\r\nYour belief in our program and in our students makes an impact far beyond the classroom or gym. Thank you for investing in their success, their confidence, and their future. We are deeply grateful for your support and for the positive difference you continue to make in their lives.","fullyFundedDate":1763572869591,"projectUrl":"project/wheeler-take-home-yoga-mats-for-student-/9817062/","projectTitle":"Wheeler Take Home Yoga Mats for Student-Athletes","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Madni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5114057_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752176528662","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5114057"},{"teacherId":5114057,"projectId":9815424,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous support toward bringing new stationary bikes to our middle school student athletes. Your contribution is already making a meaningful difference in our physical education program. These bikes are giving our students a safe and effective way to build endurance, improve cardiovascular health, and warm up properly before training.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, this equipment provides an opportunity they have never had before. The bikes allow us to teach lifelong fitness habits, help students recover from injuries, and create inclusive workouts where every child can succeed. Your generosity directly impacts their confidence, motivation, and overall well-being.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful that you chose to invest in our athletes. Your kindness helps us create a stronger, healthier, and more supportive environment for all students. Thank you for believing in our mission and for helping our young athletes grow.","fullyFundedDate":1763572870373,"projectUrl":"project/wheeler-stationary-bikes-for-student-ath/9815424/","projectTitle":"Wheeler Stationary Bikes for Student Athletes","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Madni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5114057_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752176528662","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5114057"},{"teacherId":3513031,"projectId":9562085,"letterContent":"The impact of having dedicated composition notebooks and a steady supply of pencils cannot be overstated in a 6th-grade math class. For my students, \"showing your work\" isn't just a rule; it is the roadmap we use to navigate complex problems. Before these materials arrived, students often struggled to organize their thoughts on loose paper, making it difficult to spot where a calculation went wrong. Now, my small group intervention students have a dedicated space to practice, make mistakes, and most importantly to look back at their work to identify patterns in their thinking.\r\n\r\nThe reaction when the supplies were distributed was one of pure readiness. There is a specific confidence that comes from having a fresh notebook and a sharp pencil; the anxiety of \"I don't have supplies\" disappeared, replaced by an eagerness to start. We are currently using the notebooks to track our progress in identifying mathematical patterns. One specific moment of success occurred just yesterday when a student was able to look back two pages in their notebook, spot a recurring error in their division, and self-correct it without my help! As we move into our next unit these notebooks will serve as their personal portfolios of growth.","fullyFundedDate":1755446266006,"projectUrl":"project/paper-and-pencils-for-math-projects/9562085/","projectTitle":"Paper and Pencils for Math Projects","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Borelli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3513031"},{"teacherId":3513031,"projectId":9169161,"letterContent":"The arrival of our class set of TI-108 calculators has been a game-changer for my students' confidence. For many learners, the fear of making a simple subtraction or multiplication error can prevent them from even attempting complex word problems. This technology acts as a bridge, allowing them to focus on the logic and process of mathematics rather than getting stuck on the computation. By removing the anxiety of arithmetic, my students are now able to tackle more rigorous content with a sense of ease and curiosity.\r\n\r\nThe excitement in the room was palpable when we unboxed these tools. Students were thrilled to have \"professional\" equipment that looks just like what the older students use. One moment that stands out is seeing a student, who typically shuts down during math lessons due to struggles with multiplication tables, suddenly raise their hand to answer a multi-step problem. Having the calculator gave them the backup they needed to prove to themselves that they are good at math. Thank you for giving them the tools to unlock their potential.","fullyFundedDate":1747148603005,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-young-mathematicians-with-ti-/9169161/","projectTitle":"Empowering Young Mathematicians with TI-108 Calculators","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Borelli","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3513031"},{"teacherId":5114057,"projectId":9734862,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution toward our brand-new Manduka yoga mats. These mats have already transformed the way our students experience restorative yoga. For many of our kids, this is the first time they have ever had access to high-quality equipment, and it shows. They settle in faster, relax more deeply, and feel genuinely supported during every pose. Your donation did not just provide a mat. It created a safe space for students to breathe, reset, and learn how to care for their mental and physical health. We are already seeing calmer classrooms, more confident movers, and students who look forward to this practice every week. Thank you for investing in their well-being and in the kind of PE program that truly changes lives.","fullyFundedDate":1758915764652,"projectUrl":"project/manduka-yoga-mats-for-post-recovery/9734862/","projectTitle":"Manduka Yoga Mats for Post-Recovery","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Madni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5114057_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752176528662","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5114057"},{"teacherId":5114057,"projectId":9730145,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous contribution toward our brand-new Manduka yoga mats. These mats have already transformed the way our students experience restorative yoga. For many of our kids, this is the first time they have ever had access to high-quality equipment, and it shows. They settle in faster, relax more deeply, and feel genuinely supported during every pose. Your donation did not just provide a mat. It created a safe space for students to breathe, reset, and learn how to care for their mental and physical health. We are already seeing calmer classrooms, more confident movers, and students who look forward to this practice every week. Thank you for investing in their well-being and in the kind of PE program that truly changes lives.","fullyFundedDate":1758819977881,"projectUrl":"project/out-with-the-old-in-with-new-yoga-mats/9730145/","projectTitle":"Out with the old & in with new Yoga mats!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Madni","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5114057_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1752176528662","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5114057"},{"teacherId":3835894,"projectId":9448400,"letterContent":"We are so happy you chose us to help with your generous donations!\r\nWe love making messes in a safe class room with strong barstools for our tables!\r\nWhen we have the tools to clean up ever more successfully, we get to break out the paints and the more messy media to use for our beautiful artwork. We get to explore more processes and ways to make art, and just get to be so creative and have fun!\r\n\r\nI cannot wait to explore more with my students. Their creativity can reach beyond the stars. Because of your generosity, these students are going to grow their imaginations, and that is awesome!","fullyFundedDate":1759507415331,"projectUrl":"project/easy-peasy-when-we-have-what-we-need-s/9448400/","projectTitle":"Easy Peasy - When We Have What We Need-sy!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Anderson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp3835894_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1473947093018","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wheelerart"},{"teacherId":9906207,"projectId":9523293,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity! It is hard to describe the feeling of opening a box of materials, knowing they were funded by people who believe in our classroom. These supplies may seem simple, but they have already made a significant impact on our daily learning and community.\r\nYou should have seen the excitement when the boxes arrived. When my 8th graders saw the snacks, there was an audible \"YES!\" It makes them feel cared for and ready to learn without being hungry. As we are heading into cold and flu season, students were genuinely relieved to know we would be stocked and not have to worry about rationing kleenex. The Post its and Anchor chart paper has been used a ton for exit tickets and gallery walks! It's a special moment to see a classroom buzzing with activity, all fueled by your donation. \r\nThank you for not just giving us \"things,\" but for giving us the tools to learn, collaborate, and feel cared for. You have made a real difference in our classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1754449933126,"projectUrl":"project/everyday-essentials-for-everyday-learnin/9523293/","projectTitle":"Everyday Essentials for Everyday Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Bates","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9906207_orig.jpg?crop=189,189,x0,y48&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737662580460","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9906207"},{"teacherId":7480450,"projectId":9360731,"letterContent":"Our students (and their backsides) appreciate you greatly! These chairs are serving us in both performances and classroom use. They have replaced the chairs that have been broken beyond comfortable or safe use and they are also helping us accommodate our large class sizes. We finally have a seat for every student, and that is the bare minimum for providing a space students can learn. This was made possible by your generous donations and continued support of our theatre department. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1757563581013,"projectUrl":"project/take-a-bow-and-have-a-seat/9360731/","projectTitle":"Take a Bow and Have a Seat!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7480450_orig.jpg?crop=1511,1511,x0,y181&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619624731946","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wheelerdrama"},{"teacherId":7480450,"projectId":9447800,"letterContent":"Rehearsals are well underway for our fall production of The 10 Best/Worst Things About Middle School and it is going very smoothly thanks to your lovely and generous donations! We were able to start incorporating props and costumes very soon into the process, giving our students the ability to get comfortable using these tools in this very mobile show. Each ensemble member is taking ownership and great care of their pieces and were so excited when I pulled them out and assigned them. Thank you again for supporting our growing department!","fullyFundedDate":1751845802358,"projectUrl":"project/the-10-bestworst-things-about-middle-sc/9447800/","projectTitle":"The 10 Best/Worst Things About Middle School","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Watson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7480450_orig.jpg?crop=1511,1511,x0,y181&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1619624731946","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/wheelerdrama"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_87049","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":517,"numTeachers":29,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":5,"percentWhite":7,"percentIndigenous":2,"percentLatinx":81,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"5 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"17.8:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":58.3,"schoolId":87049,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Wheeler Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Wheeler Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/oklahoma/oklahoma-city-school-district/wheeler-elementary-school/87049"}