{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Thomas Johnson Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":54.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":9888508,"projectId":9392614,"letterContent":"I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the donors for the invaluable support and opportunity you have provided for my students and class at large. Your dedication to donating to my class, students and also providing educational resources to underprivileged ones made a last impact, because of your generous donation. I truly appreciate you all(donors) on behalf of my students for making a difference. Your generous donation makes my class inviting and engaging making students feel relaxed to learn because materials to be used are in place.","fullyFundedDate":1758202903907,"projectUrl":"project/inviting-and-engaging-classroom/9392614/","projectTitle":"Inviting and Engaging Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9888508"},{"teacherId":9888508,"projectId":9035025,"letterContent":"On behalf of my entire classroom community, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation. Your support has made a real and lasting impact on my students' learning experience,and we are incredibly thankful for your kindness.\r\n\r\nWhen resources are limited, creativity and enthusiasm can sometimes be overshadowed by the struggle to meet basic needs. Your contribution changed that for my classroom. With the supplies and materials you provided, we've been able to create a more engaging, organized, and inspiring environment-one where students feel more empowered to learn and explore.\r\n\r\nSpecifically, the items you donated like printer,laminator,copier papers, pencils and markers and other items included in the pictures posted have already begun transforming our daily learning experiences.\r\n\r\nAs a teacher, I've also felt the positive effects. Your support has allowed me to spend less time worrying about materials and more time focusing on instruction and student growth. It's given me the tools to implement more engaging lessons and offer differentiated learning opportunities.","fullyFundedDate":1746710893832,"projectUrl":"project/class-project/9035025/","projectTitle":"Class Project","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Oke","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9888508"},{"teacherId":9660472,"projectId":8673913,"letterContent":"I can't thank you enough for helping fund hygiene kits for my students. Your generosity has had a lasting and personal impact on their confidence, self-esteem, and overall wellness. The items you helped provide—deodorant, toothpaste, feminine care products, wipes, and more—might seem small to some, but to my students, they meant everything.\r\n\r\nIn our school community, many families face financial challenges, and hygiene items are often considered a luxury. This project helped bridge that gap. From the moment the kits arrived, students expressed gratitude, relief, and even surprise that someone thought to provide for their basic needs in such a thoughtful way.\r\n\r\nI set up a private, discreet distribution process so students could pick up what they needed without embarrassment. It made a world of difference. Students who were previously withdrawn began participating more confidently. One student quietly told me, \"Thank you. I feel like I can actually focus now because I'm not worried about how I smell.\"\r\n\r\nI also integrated this project into a larger conversation about self-care and personal responsibility. Students learned not only how to use the items but also why hygiene is connected to self-respect and health. It turned into a meaningful social-emotional learning moment that I hadn't even expected.\r\n\r\nThis project reminded me—and showed my students—that kindness and dignity matter. Your support gave them more than supplies; you gave them peace of mind. Thank you for making a real difference in their daily lives.","fullyFundedDate":1724137390196,"projectUrl":"project/essential-hygiene-kits-for-teens-in-need/8673913/","projectTitle":"Essential Hygiene Kits for Teens in Need","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hodge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9660472_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723671974426","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9660472"},{"teacherId":9719647,"projectId":9059746,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed in the best possible way! The new resources have opened up so many exciting learning opportunities for my students. We recently used the materials during a science unit on ecosystems, where students worked in small groups to build model habitats and present their findings. It was amazing to see how engaged and creative they were—many students who are usually shy in class became leaders in their groups!\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the new supplies, their faces lit up with excitement and curiosity. Some even asked, \"Is this really for us?\" It was a heartwarming moment that reminded me how much these tools matter. From hands-on activities to independent exploration, these resources are helping every student feel more confident and motivated in their learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we're diving into a project-based learning unit where students will research local environmental issues and create presentations to share solutions. These new materials will be essential as they gather data, collaborate, and express their ideas creatively. Your kindness has not only supported this project but also inspired a new level of enthusiasm and pride in our classroom. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference!\r\n\r\nWarmly,","fullyFundedDate":1745847021046,"projectUrl":"project/tacos-enchiladas-mariachis-lets-get/9059746/","projectTitle":"\"Tacos, Enchiladas, Mariachis, Let's Get Moving to Mexico\"","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9719647_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725062635577","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9719647"},{"teacherId":1487808,"projectId":8668690,"letterContent":"It has been incredible to use the tuners in our class to tune our instruments this year! I have been able to provide tuners to some students who could not afford to purchase one. This will make them more independent and responsible for their own sound! When I told the students of your generous contribution, they could not believe that someone cared enough to donate to them! Many times our youth feel that others may not care but you have shown them that there are people who do! Thank you for making a positive impact on their lives!\r\n\r\nWe are currently preparing for our county Orchestra Festival in March and they are using the tuners to help them with intonation as they play (not just the initial tune up). This will help them sound better as an ensemble and therefore do well the festival! Their sound has already improved as a result of improved intonation. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1724083629505,"projectUrl":"project/dont-tune-us-out-help-us-tune-up-our-o/8668690/","projectTitle":"Don't Tune Us Out: Help Us Tune Up Our Orchestra!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gilliard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1487808"},{"teacherId":1487808,"projectId":8696824,"letterContent":",\r\n\r\nIt has been awesome to be able to provide the strings, snare sticks, and reeds for my students in our class to play and participate in band and orchestra this year! Students who use school instruments now have new strings to use right away when their old ones break so they will not miss on any instruction. I have already been able to loan a set of snare sticks and mallets to a student whose parents were not able to afford to purchase a set for him. Additionally, I have been able to provide spare reeds when the clarinet, saxophone, bassoon and oboe reeds break so the students do not lose out on instruction and the opportunity to play. \r\n\r\nWhen I told the students of your generous contribution, they could not believe that someone cared enough to donate to them! Many times our youth feel that others may not care but you have shown them that there are people who do! Thank you for making a positive impact on their lives!\r\n\r\nWe are currently preparing for our county Band Festival. I feel they will be successful due to your generosity and care for my students. Thank you so much!","fullyFundedDate":1727910627424,"projectUrl":"project/making-beautiful-sounds-together/8696824/","projectTitle":"Making Beautiful Sounds Together!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gilliard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1487808"},{"teacherId":1487808,"projectId":8677839,"letterContent":"It has been a joy to use the tuners and pick up microphones in our class to tune our instruments this year! Every student now has an individual tuner and microphone assigned to them so they are able to tune themselves individually. This will make them more independent and responsible for their own sound! When I told the students of your generous contribution, they could not believe that someone cared enough to donate to them! Many times our youth feel that others may not care but you have shown them that there are people who do! Thank you for making a positive impact on their lives!\r\n\r\nWe are currently preparing for our county Band Festival and they are using the tuners to help them with intonation as they play (not just the initial tune up). This will help them sound better as an ensemble and therefore do well the festival!","fullyFundedDate":1724435423297,"projectUrl":"project/lets-band-together-for-a-new-school-yea/8677839/","projectTitle":"Let's Band Together For A New School Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Gilliard","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/1487808"},{"teacherId":9719647,"projectId":8964974,"letterContent":"Since receiving your thoughtful donations, my students have been deeply engaged in a \"Cultural columbian Exchange\" project, where they use their resources to research the origins and distribution of different food crops across the world, creating visually appealing presentations that showcase their findings, including detailed maps highlighting key growing regions and local variations in cuisine, fostering a deeper understanding of global interconnectedness through food culture.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the new materials, they were visibly excited and curious, with many expressing surprise at the sanitary supplies and the writing materials, which immediately sparked their interest in the topic and made them eager to start exploring the learning activities.\r\n\r\nFor the current classroom lesson, students will next be conducting research on the different types of countries within their assigned region, utilizing the provided maps, graphic organizer to record key details about each country, including cultural exchanges and economic life, climate conditions, and geography; this will prepare them to create a detailed presentation showcasing their findings next class.","fullyFundedDate":1733276886992,"projectUrl":"project/his-story-opens-the-door-for-the-future/8964974/","projectTitle":"His-story Opens the Door for the Future.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. J. Williams","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9719647_orig.jpg?crop=1080,1080,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1725062635577","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9719647"},{"teacherId":9660472,"projectId":8657567,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for helping furnish our classroom into a more comfortable, functional, and inspiring space. Your support helped transform a standard learning environment into a flexible, student-centered classroom that promotes focus, collaboration, and creativity.\r\n\r\nBefore this project, we were working with rigid, mismatched furniture that didn't support the different learning styles and needs of my students. With your help, I was able to introduce items like flexible seating, storage solutions, and designated creative workspaces. These changes made an immediate difference—students began engaging more actively in lessons and group work. They had the freedom to choose where and how they learn best, and it showed in their productivity and attitudes toward school.\r\n\r\nOne of the most popular additions was our soft-seating reading nook. It quickly became a favorite spot for both reading and quiet reflection. Students who previously struggled to focus found comfort there, and it helped them self-regulate more effectively. The mobile storage also gave us the ability to move materials closer to small groups, reducing transition time and increasing instructional efficiency.\r\n\r\nThe classroom now feels more like a studio and less like a traditional classroom—which was the goal. It's a space where students feel welcome, safe, and empowered to take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nMost importantly, your gift helped create a space that reflects how much I value my students and their growth. It's incredible how the right environment can positively influence student mindset and achievement. Thank you again for investing in their comfort and success.","fullyFundedDate":1723761404297,"projectUrl":"project/help-furnish-miss-hodgess-trailer-class/8657567/","projectTitle":"Help Furnish Miss Hodges’s Trailer Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hodge","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9660472_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1723671974426","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9660472"},{"teacherId":5806122,"projectId":8083495,"letterContent":"Thank you, thank you, thank you! My students and I would like to send sincere thanks for all of your support and help with funding our project! In total, your donations were able to help my 4 classes get off to a wonderful start this school year! \r\n\r\nAfter the boxes arrived, and I began opening the packages, my students' eyes all lit up with joy! You would be surprised how receiving some of the most simple necessities could bring such joy to these young lives! With the pencils, markers, headphones, etc. received, we will be able to take our learning to the next level! Thanks again!","fullyFundedDate":1703104404595,"projectUrl":"project/please-help-my-classes-get-back-on-track/8083495/","projectTitle":"Please Help My Classes Get Back on Track!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Bakhtiary","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp5806122_orig.jpg?crop=2312,2312,x0,y61&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755649796824","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/5806122"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_64924","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1180,"numTeachers":72,"percentFrplEligible":82,"percentAsian":2,"percentBlack":43,"percentWhite":1,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":51,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"16.4:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":45.6,"schoolId":64924,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Thomas Johnson Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Thomas Johnson Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/maryland/prince-george-s-county-public-schools/thomas-johnson-middle-school/64924"}