{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Johnson Steam Academy","outOfStateSupporters":33.2,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10171587,"projectId":10583295,"letterContent":"I am writing to share the incredible impact your donation of books has had on my classroom. Your generosity has not only provided my students with access to a world of stories but has also transformed their relationship with reading in ways I couldn't have imagined.\r\n\r\nBefore these books arrived, many of my students saw reading as a chore—something confined to leveled readers that felt restrictive and uninspiring. But your donation changed all of that. The books you provided opened their eyes to the joy, adventure, and wonder that stories can offer. Suddenly, reading wasn't just about meeting a level; it was about exploring new worlds, meeting unforgettable characters, and discovering the magic of imagination. Your books inspired them to see reading as a gift, something they want to do, not just something they have to do.\r\n\r\nFor some of my students who are already avid readers, the books gave them the opportunity to practice their skills at their own pace while diving into stories that captivated them. For others, it was a chance to build confidence and fluency in a way that felt empowering and fun. Every time I see a student pick up one of your books with a smile, or hear them recommend a story to a friend, I am reminded of how much your contribution has meant to them.\r\n\r\nI am so lucky to have been able to share these books with my students, and I cannot thank you enough for giving them this opportunity. Your kindness has made a lasting difference in their lives, and I hope you can feel the joy and gratitude that fills our classroom every day.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your incredible support. It means more than words can express.","fullyFundedDate":1790645345958,"projectUrl":"project/help-kids-love-reading-again/10583295/","projectTitle":"Help Kids Love Reading Again","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jubeck","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171587"},{"teacherId":4666000,"projectId":9452347,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom project in the year 25-26 My students were able to get access to rich text and integrate it into our CKLA curriculum. I greatly appreciate your support in also helping make our classroom a calming, welcoming environment. With your help you guaranteed that my students had access to sensory tools and felt a part of our classroom community. I look forward to using these tools throughout the years and want to thank you again. You have no idea the impact you have had on my students this last year!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Murphy","fullyFundedDate":1754653008834,"projectUrl":"project/mrs-murphys-4th-grade/9452347/","projectTitle":"Mrs. Murphy's 4th Grade","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4666000"},{"teacherId":4666000,"projectId":4258886,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom project in the year 25-26 My students were able to get access to rich text and integrate it into our CKLA curriculum. I greatly appreciate your support in also helping make our classroom a calming, welcoming environment. With your help you guaranteed that my students had access to sensory tools and felt a part of our classroom community. I look forward to using these tools throughout the years and want to thank you again. You have no idea the impact you have had on my students this last year!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Murphy","fullyFundedDate":1565869785197,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/4258886/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4666000"},{"teacherId":4666000,"projectId":4246636,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom project in the year 25-26 My students were able to get access to rich text and integrate it into our CKLA curriculum. I greatly appreciate your support in also helping make our classroom a calming, welcoming environment. With your help you guaranteed that my students had access to sensory tools and felt a part of our classroom community. I look forward to using these tools throughout the years and want to thank you again. You have no idea the impact you have had on my students this last year!\r\n\r\nWith gratitude,\r\nMrs. Murphy","fullyFundedDate":1564661566032,"projectUrl":"project/document-camera/4246636/","projectTitle":"Document Camera","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4666000"},{"teacherId":4666000,"projectId":2715232,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for donating to my classroom project in the year 25-26 My students were able to get access to rich text and integrate it into our CKLA curriculum. I greatly appreciate your support in also helping make our classroom a calming, welcoming environment. With your help you guaranteed that my students had access to sensory tools and felt a part of our classroom community. I look forward to using these tools throughout the years and want to thank you again. You have no idea the impact you have had on my students this last year!","fullyFundedDate":1503408003163,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating-and-sensory-tools/2715232/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating and Sensory Tools","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Murphy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4666000"},{"teacherId":10171563,"projectId":9791710,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation to help provide a LEGO table and LEGOS for my kindergarten classroom. Your support means so much to our students and has already made a positive impact on their learning and creativity.\r\n\r\nThe LEGO table is an important addition to our classroom because it supports STEAM learning—science, technology, engineering, art, and math. When students build with LEGO bricks, they are not only having fun, but also developing important skills such as problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. They practice planning their ideas, testing their designs, and making improvements, which are all key parts of the engineering and design process.\r\n\r\nThe table itself is especially helpful because it includes chairs and storage. Having a designated building space with seating allows students to comfortably collaborate with their peers while they create. The built-in storage keeps materials organized and easily accessible, which helps with classroom management and ensures that our building center stays neat and ready for the next group of learners. \r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, my students now have a dedicated space where they can explore, imagine, and learn through hands-on play. Experiences like these help spark curiosity and build a strong foundation for future learning.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generous donation to my kindergarten classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1767199182208,"projectUrl":"project/imagine-what-you-can-build-with-legos/9791710/","projectTitle":"Imagine What You Can Build With LEGO's","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Novak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171563"},{"teacherId":10171563,"projectId":9580321,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping us receive a new, bigger rainbow carpet for our kindergarten classroom. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our learning space!\r\n\r\nOur classroom is decorated with a rainbow theme, and this beautiful carpet fits perfectly with the environment we have created. The bright colors make our room feel welcoming, cheerful, and exciting for my students each day.\r\n\r\nThe new carpet is also much larger than the one we previously had. The carpet we were using was left over from before and was quite small, with many stains from years of use. Because it was smaller, students often had to sit very close together. With our new carpet, students are able to spread out comfortably, which helps them stay focused and ready to learn during lessons, morning meetings, and group activities.\r\n\r\nThis carpet is also the perfect addition to our reading center. The colorful spots give students their own place to sit while we read stories together, practice listening skills, and build a love for books. Having a clean, inviting space makes reading time even more special for my kindergarteners.\r\n\r\nThank you again for supporting our classroom and helping create a space where students can learn, grow, and feel excited about school every day. Your generosity truly makes a difference!","fullyFundedDate":1767196033319,"projectUrl":"project/comfy-colorful-classroom-for-fun-and-le/9580321/","projectTitle":"Comfy, Colorful Classroom For Fun and Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Novak","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171563"},{"teacherId":10316755,"projectId":9840294,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of art materials, which have made a wonderful difference in our classroom. Using the Sharpies you provided, students created embossed medals to honor veterans for our Vet Wall, proudly displayed in our Gallery. The bold markers allowed students to add strong lines and details that made each medal unique and meaningful. Students were excited to see how their ideas came to life and felt proud knowing their artwork would be shared with the school community.\r\n\r\nThe markers were also used to add color to our moving lines artwork, giving students the freedom to experiment with expression and design. While working on these projects, students continued to build important skills through cutting and pasting, strengthening fine motor coordination and confidence. Thanks to your support, we are excited to move forward with upcoming projects, including working with clay in third grade, using compasses to create radial art, and combining mixed media to create a 3D multi-media art vase. Your generosity helps inspire creativity and hands-on learning every day—thank you for supporting our young artists.","fullyFundedDate":1764616857670,"projectUrl":"project/first-time-art-teacher/9840294/","projectTitle":"First Time Art Teacher","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hamlett","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10316755"},{"teacherId":10171574,"projectId":9580332,"letterContent":"I am so beyond grateful for your contributions to my classroom. The students were very excited about all of our new items. They loved our new easel. We have been using it as a morning question/math lesson lately. \r\nBecause of you, my students now have access to materials that are already being used every single day as part of our classroom routines. The emotion bead toys have quickly become a favorite. They have provided my students with a tangible and engaging way to identify, express, and regulate their feelings. During morning check-ins, calm-down moments, and small group conversations, these tools help students communicate emotions that can sometimes be difficult to put into words. I have already seen growth in their ability to talk about how they are feeling and to support one another with empathy and understanding.\r\nOn behalf of my entire class, thank you for your generosity!","fullyFundedDate":1764869773167,"projectUrl":"project/miss-jenna-1st-preschool-classroom/9580332/","projectTitle":"Miss Jenna 1st Preschool Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Jenna","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10171574_orig.jpg?crop=4000,4000,x0,y1000&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755028956257","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10171574"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_51644","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":288,"numTeachers":26,"percentFrplEligible":89,"percentAsian":0,"percentBlack":41,"percentWhite":32,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":9,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":15,"gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"11.1:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_MIDSIZE"},"inStateSupporters":66.8,"schoolId":51644,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Johnson Steam Academy on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Johnson Steam Academy","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/iowa/cedar-rapids-community-school-district/johnson-elementary-school/51644"}