{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wheeler Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":41.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8575537,"projectId":9793356,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity! It's unbelievable how much support I have had this year, and it's all thanks to donors like you! Your donations have helped me keep a clean and healthy classroom. \r\n\r\nChronic absenteeism is a common issue in Title 1 schools. There are multitudes of reasons for this, but because of your kindness, I am able to fight one common reason for absences: illness. \r\n\r\nThank you for your donation. Without them, I would not be able to keep up with the high frequency cleaning that is needed for our furniture and our shared supplies. Your commitment to education can be clearly seen!","fullyFundedDate":1760102799283,"projectUrl":"project/cleanliness-supplies-for-a-middle-school/9793356/","projectTitle":"Cleanliness Supplies For a Middle School Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8575537_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704849700431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8575537"},{"teacherId":8583516,"projectId":9890114,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your kindness and support of our classroom. We are truly grateful for each donation and the positive impact it has on our students' learning experiences.\r\n\r\nThe Takis and Jolly Ranchers have been a huge hit! They are wonderful rewards that motivate students to stay engaged, make positive choices, and celebrate their hard work. The HDMI cord has been incredibly helpful in allowing me to project slides, videos, and other engaging curriculum materials onto the screen. The Teachers Pay Teachers gift card has opened the door to extended learning opportunities as well as opportunities to help students who need extra practice. \r\n\r\nYour generosity directly supports our students and helps create a classroom where learning is engaging, rewarding, and meaningful. Thank you for believing in our classroom and investing in our students' success. We appreciate you more than words can express!","fullyFundedDate":1763572869400,"projectUrl":"project/from-takis-to-teaching-tools-sparking-l/9890114/","projectTitle":"From Takis to Teaching Tools: Sparking Learning Every Day!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Weatherly","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8583516_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y158&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1738614663309","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8583516"},{"teacherId":7945712,"projectId":9550273,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donations. With your help, we have bn a much cleaner and sanitized class room. With the flu season upon us, we have diligently used our cleaning products to help keep us as free from germs as we can Hopefully, this will extend into more students being able to skip being sick and attending class more frequently during this season. The students also take pride in cleaning their areas and it makes it more enjoyable for me to see a clean and tidy room rather than having to worry about all the germs.","fullyFundedDate":1758690069860,"projectUrl":"project/clean-rooms-are-nice-and-breezy/9550273/","projectTitle":"Clean Rooms Are Nice and Breezy","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Scruggs","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7945712_orig.jpg?crop=915,915,x0,y9&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754692826564","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7945712"},{"teacherId":5114057,"projectId":9953986,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing BOSU balls for our physical education program at Wheeler Middle School. Your donation has made a meaningful difference for our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students now have access to equipment that challenges balance, coordination, and core strength in a safe and engaging way. The BOSU balls allow students of all fitness levels to participate, modify movements, and experience success while building confidence in their physical abilities.\r\n\r\nYour kindness directly supports student growth, health, and lifelong fitness habits. We are truly grateful for your investment in our students and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1766085112207,"projectUrl":"project/wms-bosu-balls-2/9953986/","projectTitle":"WMS BOSU Balls 2","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":9949683,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing BOSU balls for our physical education program at Wheeler Middle School. Your donation has made a meaningful difference for our students.\r\n\r\nBecause of you, my students now have access to equipment that challenges balance, coordination, and core strength in a safe and engaging way. The BOSU balls allow students of all fitness levels to participate, modify movements, and experience success while building confidence in their physical abilities.\r\n\r\nYour kindness directly supports student growth, health, and lifelong fitness habits. We are truly grateful for your investment in our students and their future.","fullyFundedDate":1766083673557,"projectUrl":"project/goodr-glasses-or-okc-half-marathoners/9949683/","projectTitle":"Goodr Glasses or OKC Half Marathoners","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":8575537,"projectId":9389564,"letterContent":"The impact of your donations have been amazing! When I first introduced students to these tools, they were in awe at the sheet number if things available to them. Like most kids, at first, they treated them as toys.\r\n\r\nHowever, something amazing happened. With the practiced procedures in place, students were able to learn effectively, and they were able to communicate their needs! The difference was easy to see. Rather than using their nervous energy for something unproductive, students began to see a way to redirect themselves with the right tool. \r\n\r\nAnother way that your donation helped my classroom culture was through the prize boxes. We celebrate growth in my classroom, and we will also host competitions from time to time. It is important to work in intrinsic motivation, which is woven in to each activity, but having the prize boxes has made learning all that more fun for students. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.","fullyFundedDate":1759283010846,"projectUrl":"project/social-emotional-regulation/9389564/","projectTitle":"Social Emotional Regulation","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8575537_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704849700431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8575537"},{"teacherId":8575537,"projectId":9373378,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generosity. Because of your donations, I was able to provide supplies for my students that would help them feel their best selves and be ready to learn. Those supplies ranged from deodorant, combs, toothbrush kits, to healthy snacks. Many of my students are economically disadvantaged. Being able to take care of their physical needs is so important. Without your support, some of my children would have to try to learn while they're hungry, or being worried about their hygiene with their peers. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!","fullyFundedDate":1758464257975,"projectUrl":"project/personal-care-essentials/9373378/","projectTitle":"Personal Care Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Phillips","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8575537_orig.jpg?crop=1024,1024,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1704849700431","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8575537"},{"teacherId":8312302,"projectId":7703304,"letterContent":"My 6th graders are making progress every day thanks to your donations. Hands-on learning truly is one of the most effective ways for students to learn, stay engaged, and build confidence, but it can also be expensive. Your generosity helps cover those extra costs and gives us the opportunity to focus more on the educational experience rather than worrying about supplies. Because of you, my classroom is a place where learning feels active, exciting, and meaningful.\r\n\r\nThis year, I really wanted to press the idea to my students that hard work pays off. Many of my kids come in believing that school is something that just happens to them, not something they have control over. I wanted to change that mindset. Through consistent effort, participation, and practice, they are starting to see that their choices matter and that growth doesn't happen overnight — it happens through showing up every day and trying, even when things feel challenging.\r\n\r\nThe materials you helped provide have allowed me to create lessons that are hands-on, interactive, and student-centered. Instead of only reading or listening, my students are building, sorting, discussing, writing, and collaborating. These activities keep them engaged and help them understand concepts on a deeper level. I've seen students who were once hesitant to participate raise their hands, work confidently in groups, and take pride in what they've created. That kind of growth is powerful.\r\n\r\nOne of the most rewarding parts has been watching my students realize that effort leads to results. When they complete a task successfully or master a new skill, they can clearly connect it back to the work they put in. They are beginning to celebrate their progress, not just their grades. This shift has helped build perseverance, confidence, and a sense of ownership over their learning.\r\n\r\nYour support has also helped create a positive classroom environment where students feel valued and motivated. When students see that people outside of their classroom care enough to invest in their education, it sends a powerful message. It shows them that their learning matters and that they are worth the effort and resources being poured into them.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in my students and in the importance of hands-on learning. Your donations have made a real impact in our classroom, not just in materials, but in mindset. Because of you, my students are learning that hard work truly does pay off, and that is a lesson that will stay with them far beyond 6th grade.","fullyFundedDate":1695221182845,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-reading-means-fun/7703304/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Reading Means Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Dane'","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8312302_orig.jpg?crop=1165,1165,x1163,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1733939869262","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8312302"},{"teacherId":9809834,"projectId":9497735,"letterContent":"Finally Breathing Easy in our ELD Classroom!\r\n\r\n\r\nI wish you could have seen the \"collective exhale\" in our room when our new air purifiers finally hummed to life! We call this project \"Fresh Air for Fresh Minds,\" but for my English Language Learners, it has truly been a gift of comfort and confidence.\r\n\r\nThe \"New Room\" Feeling when the boxes arrived, it was a great \"teachable moment\" for new vocabulary! We practiced words like filter, circulation, and atmosphere. Their reactions were so sweet—lots of curiosity and \"Whoa!\" When I explained that these machines would catch the dust and pollen that makes our eyes itchy and our noses sneezy, one of my students said in her best English, \"Teacher, no more tissues?\" The whole class laughed, but you could tell they were relieved.\r\n\r\nA Moment of Clarity\r\nIn an ELD classroom, students are working twice as hard—learning new content while simultaneously translating it in their heads. When you add seasonal allergies to that, it's a recipe for total exhaustion.\r\n\r\nA specific moment: Just yesterday, during our \"Turn and Talk\" time, I noticed one student who usually stays very quiet because his allergies make him feel so groggy. He was actually leaning in, smiling, and practicing his sentence frames with his partner. He didn't have a pile of tissues on his desk, and his eyes weren't watery. He looked present. It's amazing how much more \"brave\" students are to speak a new language when they aren't struggling to breathe through a stuffy nose!\r\n\r\nOur Next Steps\r\nNow that we've cleared the air, we're using our newfound focus to dive into our Narrative Writing unit.\r\n\r\nThe Project: Students are writing \"About Me\" stories to share their cultures and journeys.\r\n\r\nThe Goal: We are focusing on using descriptive sensory details. Because the air feels so different now, we've actually been using the classroom environment as a prompt to describe how \"clean\" or \"fresh\" feels!\r\n\r\nThank you for looking out for my kids. You haven't just provided clean air; you've created a space where they can focus on their new language without the distraction of a sneeze!","fullyFundedDate":1758690069976,"projectUrl":"project/fresh-air-for-fresh-minds/9497735/","projectTitle":"Fresh Air for Fresh Minds!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Wright","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9809834_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1745445802544","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9809834"},{"teacherId":5114057,"projectId":9927841,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in providing Govee lamps for our physical education program. Because of you, our students now experience a learning environment that is calmer, more engaging, and intentionally designed to support both physical and mental wellness.\r\n\r\nOn Restorative Yoga Mondays, the adjustable lighting helps transform our space into a peaceful setting where students can slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with their bodies. The softer lighting encourages relaxation, reduces stress, and allows students to fully engage in mindfulness, stretching, and emotional regulation.\r\n\r\nOn Cycle Cinema Wednesdays, the Govee lamps elevate our indoor cycling experience by creating an immersive, theater style atmosphere. Students are more motivated to participate, maintain focus, and challenge themselves during cardiovascular training while enjoying a visually engaging environment.\r\n\r\nYour donation goes beyond lighting. It helps create a space where students feel safe, focused, and inspired to care for their physical and mental health. We are incredibly grateful for your support and for believing in innovative, student centered physical education.\r\n\r\nThank you for making a lasting impact on our students and our school community.","fullyFundedDate":1764694557290,"projectUrl":"project/govee-lamps-for-restorative-yoga/9927841/","projectTitle":"Govee Lamps for Restorative Yoga","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":4706402,"projectId":9651908,"letterContent":"The blankets received came in green, yellow, blue, and pink. So, I asked students to choose which color they liked (They did not know it was for a blanket color.). They choose #1 on the color they prefered, #2 for the second color, #3 for the next, and of course #4 for the last color they preferred. They were anxiously asking why I had them choose a color. I told them it was for an activity. I also had them decorate white bags for Christmas. I told them their activity was going to be in the bags. They had no idea their bag was going to have a blanket in it. They were so happy and excited to have their own blanket and the color of their choice. For many of my students, this is the only gift they will receive for Christmas. Thank you for making this possible for my students and helping them receive a Christmas gift.","fullyFundedDate":1758827581549,"projectUrl":"project/cuddle-up/9651908/","projectTitle":"Cuddle Up!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fraire","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/272x272/tp4706402_272x272.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1503591408715","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4706402"},{"teacherId":5114057,"projectId":9927707,"letterContent":"We want to say a big thank you for your generous support of our middle school physical education program. Your donation has made a real difference in the lives of our students, giving them opportunities to try new activities, challenge themselves, and grow stronger both physically and mentally.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, we were able to bring BOSU balls into our Tabata Tuesday classes. BOSU balls are half-sphere balance trainers that make exercises more fun and challenging. Using them, students work on balance, strength, and coordination all at once. During our 30-minute Tabata sessions, students rotate through exercises like squats, lunges, push-ups, and core movements on the BOSU balls. The instability of the equipment makes their muscles work harder and their minds focus more. It has been exciting to see students rise to the challenge and try things they never thought they could do.\r\n\r\nThe students are loving the new equipment. They cheer each other on, try new exercises without fear, and take pride in the progress they make. Some students who are usually quiet or shy really shine when mastering new moves, while others push themselves to improve their balance or hold a plank longer than they thought possible. BOSU balls have added a fun, engaging way to push limits, see improvement, and gain confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nYour support also allows us to teach more than just physical fitness. After each Tabata session, students participate in a short cooldown that includes stretching, breathing exercises, and a moment to reflect on what they accomplished. We encourage students to think about how their bodies feel, celebrate small wins, and appreciate the opportunity to move and learn. This combination of physical challenge and reflection is something we could not offer without donors like you.\r\n\r\nWe are deeply grateful for your generosity. Your donation does not just provide equipment. It helps students build confidence, perseverance, and healthy habits that they can carry with them for life. Every time a student balances successfully on a BOSU ball, completes a tough exercise, or reaches a new personal goal, your support is making a real and visible difference.\r\n\r\nThank you for believing in our program and in our students. Your gift allows us to make physical education exciting, meaningful, and rewarding. Because of you, our Tabata Tuesday classes are more engaging than ever, and our students are learning skills and gaining confidence that go far beyond the gym. Your generosity is helping us create an environment where students can grow, succeed, and develop a lifelong love for fitness.\r\n\r\nFrom all of us, teachers and students alike, thank you. Your support is changing lives and helping our students become stronger, healthier, and more confident each week. 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