{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Johnson Senior High School","outOfStateSupporters":33.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8390842,"projectId":9292423,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our engineering students. With our new Jenga game, students practice the engineering mindset skills of risk-taking, creativity, and systems thinking. By coloring the blocks and asking students to roll a colored die, they are constrained to moving only a block color that matches what they rolled. This modification to the game increases their ability to problem solve and often times increases communication within the group. The card games are utilized early in the year to build relationships through a fun activity. This is especially important when students come from all different middle schools and do not know each other yet. Using these resources we are able to create a welcoming, fun, and engaged learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe engineering-related books are a wonderful addition to our space! The museum books, Botanicum, Oceanarium, and Animalium, are resources for students to select a topic where they conduct research in order to develop an ArcGIS StoryMap. Several students have gravitated to the new books and read before class. Students also use the origami book/paper to create projects and give them away to others.\r\n\r\nOutside our classroom, the bulletin board background paper allows for student work to be displayed. On the board are student computer-generated designs, 3D printed models, and ArcGIS StoryMaps. Parents, staff, and students are able to see some of the work completed in our course.","fullyFundedDate":1751734805453,"projectUrl":"project/engineering-literacy-community-buildin/9292423/","projectTitle":"Engineering Literacy & Community Building","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Vojtech","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8390842_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1737646750144","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8390842"},{"teacherId":2137827,"projectId":9009846,"letterContent":"I want to take a moment to thank you for your generous donation of food to our classroom. Your kindness has made a huge difference for our students, and I want to share how your support is helping them.\r\n\r\nSince receiving the food, we've been able to make sure that students in class don't worry about being hungry during the school day. Many of our students were often distracted or struggling because they didn't have enough to eat, but now, with the snacks and meals you provided, they are more focused and ready to learn.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the food, their faces lit up. Some of them even said things like, \"I didn't realize how much I needed this!\" It's amazing to see how much a little bit of food can change their mood and make them feel cared for.","fullyFundedDate":1742823916007,"projectUrl":"project/food-for-thought/9009846/","projectTitle":"Food for Thought!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Corcoran","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2137827_orig.jpg?crop=1075,1075,x499,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1734454910793","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2137827"},{"teacherId":7459733,"projectId":8559488,"letterContent":"The addition of this brand new set of tubular chimes to our classroom has made a noticeable and positive impact. Students are genuinely excited to explore the chimes' unique sound, and we have all been so excited to be able to replace our 60-year old set of tubular chimes. \r\n\r\nMy district doesn't always get to access brand new equipment, and we often \"make do\" with what we have - so a large ticket item like a set of tubular chimes would not have been possible without your generosity! This generous donation has not only enriched our curriculum but also inspired joy, curiosity, and collaboration among students. It's made music more accessible and meaningful for everyone in the room.","fullyFundedDate":1734124281385,"projectUrl":"project/tubular-chimes-for-st-paul-band-student/8559488/","projectTitle":"Tubular Chimes for St. Paul Band Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hanlon-Alle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7459733_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597776731390","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7459733"},{"teacherId":4833370,"projectId":8965588,"letterContent":"Thank you again for your donation to my classroom and my students. These books have provided additional access to texts with characters who are deaf and hard of hearing. My students are engaged in these texts in ways that they are not enganged with other texts because they are able to see them selves relfected in the pages of the book and related to the characters. These texts have allowed my students to read about characters who are simiar and different from them in many ways, but the books discuss some of the struggles and annoyance that my students are feeling in their day to day life as students who are hard of hearing. \r\nOne way that I have used these texts is as the texts we are reading in my reading class, paired with targeted instructional strategies, to improve reading fluency and comprehnsion. The students express greater interest in the text and added persiverance with reading books because they can relate to the characters in the book. Another thing I allow my students to do is borrow the texts for independent reading time in other classes. My students are more interested in the texts with characters who are deaf and hard of hearing and will read these texts in their general eduction classrooms as well. These texts have helped to make a difference in my students' education. Thank you for helping me to provide them with relatable texts.","fullyFundedDate":1735401678760,"projectUrl":"project/books-for-students-with-hearing-differen/8965588/","projectTitle":"Books for Students With Hearing Differences","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Manson","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp4833370_orig.jpg?crop=2448,2448,x272,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1603812711012","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/sppsdhh"},{"teacherId":7459733,"projectId":9008613,"letterContent":"The donation of shoulder rests has transformed how my students approach playing their instruments, making it easier for them to focus on technique and musicality. In class, we have been using them to improve alignment and posture, which are crucial for developing good habits as string players. It was remarkable to see how much progress they made in just a few rehearsals with this new support.\r\n\r\nThe students immediately commented on how comfortable and secure they felt using a normal shoulder rest instead of a sponge, and a few even mentioned how much easier it was to hold their instruments properly. \r\n\r\nAs we move forward, our class is focusing on refining our sound and preparing for a community performance. With the shoulder rests enhancing their stability and posture, students are better equipped to tackle advanced bowing techniques and expressive phrasing. The next steps include exploring more intricate dynamics and adding personal interpretations to the music. This donation has not only elevated their playing but also boosted their confidence, inspiring them to reach new heights. Thank you for supporting their musical journey!","fullyFundedDate":1735702021721,"projectUrl":"project/shoulder-rests-for-st-paul-orchestra-st/9008613/","projectTitle":"Shoulder Rests For St. Paul Orchestra Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hanlon-Alle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7459733_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597776731390","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7459733"},{"teacherId":7459733,"projectId":8962030,"letterContent":"The donation of the tenor drum stand has been an incredible addition to our drumline program, allowing my students to practice and perform more effectively. We have been using the stand daily during rehearsals. With the stand providing proper support, students could focus entirely on technique and musicality without worrying about the strain of holding the instrument. It's been amazing to see their precision and confidence grow as they now have the tools to reach their full potential.\r\n\r\nWhen the drumline first saw the new stand, their excitement was immediate. Several students had struggled with the physical demands of holding the tenor drums for extended periods, and they were thrilled to have a reliable stand to use during rehearsals. They couldn't stop talking about how much easier it was to practice and how it allowed them to concentrate more on their performance.\r\n\r\nWith the new stand, students are able to rehearse longer and perfect the intricate rhythms and stick tricks in our repertoire. Your generosity has not only made practice sessions more productive but has also boosted their enthusiasm and pride in their work. Thank you for supporting our drumline and helping these students shine!","fullyFundedDate":1733084259989,"projectUrl":"project/marching-tenor-drum-stand-for-drumline/8962030/","projectTitle":"Marching Tenor Drum Stand for Drumline","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hanlon-Alle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7459733_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597776731390","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7459733"},{"teacherId":7459733,"projectId":8559547,"letterContent":"The donation of reeds has been a game-changer for our band program. My students and I have been using these reeds to improve their tone quality and consistency during rehearsals. \r\n\r\nMany of them have had to reuse old or damaged reeds in the past, so having a supply of fresh, high-quality reeds felt like a luxury. With a small budget every year - we really appreciate not having to spend the entirety of this year's budget on reeds.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are preparing for our upcoming concert, where students will perform a challenging selection of pieces that showcase their progress. The improved tone and precision these reeds provide will play a crucial role in our ensemble's ability to balance and blend as a group. Our next steps include focusing on phrasing and more intricate rhythms, now that the students can produce a clear and consistent sound. Your generosity has truly elevated our program, and we are so grateful for your support in helping these young musicians grow and thrive.","fullyFundedDate":1723746037626,"projectUrl":"project/reeds-for-band-students-in-saint-paul-m/8559547/","projectTitle":"Reeds for Band Students in Saint Paul, MN","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hanlon-Alle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7459733_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597776731390","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7459733"},{"teacherId":7459733,"projectId":8080416,"letterContent":"We are incredibly grateful for the generous donation of shoulder rests, which has already made a significant impact on our orchestra program. My students and I are using these new resources daily to improve their posture, technique, and overall comfort while playing their instruments. With the new shoulder rests, students who previously struggled to maintain a proper playing position were able to focus more on their tone and bowing techniques. This improvement has enhanced their confidence and their sound, allowing the group to play more cohesively as an ensemble.\r\n\r\nMany of my students had never used high-quality shoulder rests before, and they were eager to try them out. As we continue working with these resources, our focus is on preparing for upcoming performances where students will showcase their progress. We are currently working on a repertoire that emphasizes ensemble balance and expressive phrasing, skills made more achievable with the improved posture and stability these shoulder rests provide. Our next steps include fine-tuning dynamics and bowing techniques to bring the pieces to life. Your generosity has helped these young musicians feel more confident in their abilities, and we can't wait to share the results of their hard work. Thank you for helping us elevate our orchestra program!","fullyFundedDate":1711560275236,"projectUrl":"project/shoulder-rests-for-orchestra-students/8080416/","projectTitle":"Shoulder Rests for Orchestra Students","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Hanlon-Alle","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7459733_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1597776731390","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7459733"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_76114","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1076,"numTeachers":85,"percentFrplEligible":92,"percentAsian":53,"percentBlack":21,"percentWhite":5,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":11,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"9 - 12","studentTeacherRatio":"12.7:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":66.2,"schoolId":76114,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Johnson Senior High School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Johnson Senior High School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/minnesota/saint-paul-public-schools/johnson-senior-high-school/76114"}