{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Wheeler Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":41.9,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8571672,"projectId":9962861,"letterContent":"Your generosity has provided a \"survival kit\" for my athletes that goes far beyond simple hygiene. While these aren't traditional \"texts,\" they teach my students the essential life skills of self-care, personal responsibility, and professional preparation. In sports, we talk a lot about \"showing up,\" but it is difficult to show up with confidence when you are worried about a broken hair tie, feeling self-conscious about your hygiene, or trying to perform on an empty stomach. These supplies have introduced the lesson that taking care of your body is the first step toward excellence. By removing the \"barriers of embarrassment,\" you've allowed my athletes to focus entirely on the skills of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance.\r\n\r\nIn our locker room and on the field, \"preparation\" now looks like a focused, dignified routine rather than a frantic search for borrowed supplies. You'll see athletes grabbing a granola bar to fuel up after a long school day, or quickly fixing their hair with a bobby pin so they can get straight to the drills. It has created a culture of care where my students feel supported and valued by their community. I've noticed a particular impact on a few of my athletes who often arrived at practice looking stressed or distracted; now, they head straight for the supply station, get what they need, and step onto the court with their heads held high. Seeing that shift from \"surviving\" the day to \"thriving\" in the game is exactly what your donation has made possible.","fullyFundedDate":1766084666941,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-the-game-equipping-girl-athletes/9962861/","projectTitle":"Beyond the Game: Equipping Girl Athletes for Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hair","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8571672"},{"teacherId":8571672,"projectId":9933478,"letterContent":"Your incredible support has turned our classroom into a hub of historical discovery. By providing a class set of Prisoner B-3087 alongside the Teachers Pay Teachers resources, you've given my students a powerful toolkit for understanding resilience. We aren't just \"reading a story\"; we are practicing complex literacy skills like analyzing character endurance, tracking historical timelines, and comparing the protagonist's journey across ten different concentration camps. The TpT resources have allowed me to print high-quality guided organizers on our new copy paper and create laminated reference maps that students can use daily without them wearing out. It has turned a daunting historical subject into a tangible, deeply engaging curriculum.\r\n\r\nReading in our room now feels like a true sanctuary. Thanks to the snacks you provided, \"Book Club\" days have become the highlight of the week—there is something about a handful of Cheeze-Its that makes a difficult chapter much easier to digest. You'll see students tucked into our comfy spots, completely immersed in Yanek's survival story. I've been especially moved by a few of my most reluctant readers; these are students who typically struggle to finish a single chapter, but they are now racing ahead because Alan Gratz's writing is so propulsive. One student recently told me they stayed up late thinking about the book because it \"felt so real.\" Your donation didn't just buy supplies; it bought a moment where my students finally saw themselves as \"book people.\"","fullyFundedDate":1764723284473,"projectUrl":"project/books-boards-and-basics-equipping-our/9933478/","projectTitle":"Books, Boards, and Basics: Equipping Our Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hair","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8571672"},{"teacherId":8571672,"projectId":9682098,"letterContent":"Your generosity has completely transformed our literacy block. By providing a class set of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas and the Teachers Pay Teachers resources to support it, you've given my students more than just books—you've given them a lens through which to view history and humanity. We aren't just practicing reading fluency; we are analyzing complex themes of innocence, the \"fences\" people build between each other, and the power of perspective. The supplemental resources have been a lifesaver, allowing me to provide the historical context and vocabulary support necessary to make such a heavy, important topic accessible and meaningful for every learner in the room.\r\n\r\nIn our classroom, reading now looks like a focused, quiet hum of genuine engagement. We often start with a \"hook\" or a primary source analysis from our new materials, followed by shared reading time. You'll see students leaning forward in their seats or tucked into our reading nook, completely absorbed in the chapters. I've noticed a few students who typically struggle with staying focused during independent reading who are now the first to grab their copies. One student, who usually finds long texts intimidating, recently told me they \"didn't want the period to end\" because they were so caught up in Bruno's journey. Seeing that spark of curiosity—especially in students who have previously felt disconnected from literature—is the greatest gift a teacher could ask for. Thank you for investing in their growth.","fullyFundedDate":1764698937849,"projectUrl":"project/beyond-the-fence-a-study-in-compassion/9682098/","projectTitle":"Beyond the Fence: A Study in Compassion","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Hair","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8571672"},{"teacherId":5162251,"projectId":9683923,"letterContent":"Thank you for helping provide my students with a class set of Holes for our 6th-grade ELA novel study. Having every student access the same text has been incredibly meaningful, especially for students with IEPs who benefit from consistency and repeated exposure to grade-level literature. We are using the novel during whole-group read-alouds, guided reading, and small-group discussions, allowing students to build comprehension skills, vocabulary, and confidence as they work through the story together.\r\n\r\nIn addition to the novels, receiving a new set of classroom headphones has made a tremendous difference in our daily instruction. Many of our previous headphones were broken or unreliable, which made it difficult for students to fully access audiobooks and digital reading supports. With these new headphones, students can listen to audio versions of Holes, follow along with the text, and replay sections as needed to support comprehension. This has been especially helpful for students with IEPs, allowing them to work more independently and confidently while engaging with grade-level material.","fullyFundedDate":1766058717157,"projectUrl":"project/essential-supplies/9683923/","projectTitle":"Essential Supplies","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Farrell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5162251_orig.jpg?crop=311,311,x1153,y453&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1692103843979","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/julie-farrell"},{"teacherId":9809834,"projectId":9935509,"letterContent":"The blankets provided by your generous donation have served a much higher purpose than just a classroom resource. Due to the recent freezing temperatures and harsh winter weather in Oklahoma, these blankets were sent home with my students to provide immediate warmth and security. While we initially used them to create a cozy and focused environment for our reading lessons, their most vital use has been as a source of heat and comfort for the children in their own beds at night.The reaction from the students was truly moving. When I announced that the blankets were theirs to keep and take home, the room filled with smiles and a sense of relief. For my students, many of whom come from homes where extra layers are a luxury, these blankets felt like a special gift of safety. The next step for my students is simply to remain healthy, warm, and ready to learn. By meeting this basic need for warmth at home, you have helped ensure that my students can return to school well-rested and focused on their education rather than the cold. Your kindness has reached far beyond the classroom, providing my students with the dignity and comfort they deserve during these winter months. We are so incredibly grateful for your support.","fullyFundedDate":1766091706630,"projectUrl":"project/warm-nights-for-bright-minds/9935509/","projectTitle":"Warm Nights for Bright 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":4531671,"projectId":9574793,"letterContent":"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for supporting my DonorsChoose project!!! Because of your generosity, my students now have access to art supplies that have made a meaningful and lasting impact on their learning, confidence, and daily school experience. Your kindness has truly transformed our classroom in ways that go far beyond what words can fully express.\r\n I teach in a self-contained classroom where students have diverse learning needs and abilities. Many of my students benefit from hands-on, visual, and creative approaches to learning, and art is one of the most powerful tools we use to help them express themselves, build skills, and stay engaged. Before receiving these materials, our opportunities for art-based learning were limited. Thanks to you, art is now a consistent and meaningful part of our daily instruction rather than an occasional activity. \r\n The art supplies you provided have opened new doors for learning. My students use them to practice fine motor skills, follow multi-step directions, explore colors and shapes, and strengthen hand-eye coordination. \r\n Beyond skill development, art has given my students a powerful way to communicate. Some of them struggle to express themselves, but through art they are able to share ideas, feelings and experiences that are meaningful to them. \r\n Because of you our classroom has become more engaging and meaningful. Your generosity has shown my students that there are people who care deeply about their education and their potential. That alone is incredibly powerful!!! \r\n Again Thank you!!!","fullyFundedDate":1764867218847,"projectUrl":"project/the-art-of-learning/9574793/","projectTitle":"The Art of Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Brenda Batman McCracken","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4531671_orig.jpg?crop=1467,1467,x0,y4&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1618849873520","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4531671"},{"teacherId":9607973,"projectId":9933588,"letterContent":"On behalf of our students and the entire school community, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous donation of snacks and prizes for our library's reading rewards program. Your support has restocked our Prize Wheel with the treats and treasures—from Takis and chips to those highly-coveted Squishmallows—that make our monthly reading challenges so exciting. Because of your kindness, our library remains a buzzing hub where students are eager to push themselves and celebrate their literacy milestones.\r\n\r\nThese incentives are more than just treats; they are vital tools for building confidence in our young readers. For a student who finds reading difficult, earning a turn at the Prize Wheel turns a challenging hurdle into a major victory. Your contribution provides the immediate, tangible motivation that helps our most reluctant learners persevere and develop a lifelong positive association with books. Thank you for investing in our students' success and for helping us fuel a genuine love of reading, one prize at a time.","fullyFundedDate":1766091706051,"projectUrl":"project/snack-attack-on-illiteracy-rewarding-re/9933588/","projectTitle":"Snack Attack on Illiteracy: Rewarding Readers in the Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Fitz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9607973_orig.jpg?crop=1440,1440,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1722090206698","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9607973"},{"teacherId":4706402,"projectId":9601688,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donation. The headphones came just in the right time. Students are currently taking exams after exams. My headphones are more than 5 years old and some are not working and others are deteriorating. The students were so happy to use brand new headphones that actually fit and are working properly. They loved the built in microphone as well. They must take a Language Proficiency test and one of the testing domains is Speaking. So, they will need to speak into the microphone in order to answer the questions. We don't have to worry if the message went through with these new headphones. Thank you again for helping my classroom become successful.","fullyFundedDate":1766091706016,"projectUrl":"project/ready-speak/9601688/","projectTitle":"Ready, Speak!","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":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"}],"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":58.1,"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"}