{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Carroll M Johnston Middle School","outOfStateSupporters":49.4,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":10440582,"projectId":10115987,"letterContent":"On behalf of my students and our Robotics Program, I would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous support and sponsorship of our VEX V5 tools and equipment.\r\nYour contribution has given my students the opportunity to experience STEM learning beyond the textbook. Because of your generosity, they are able to use real robotics tools to design, build, program, test, troubleshoot, and improve their VEX V5 robots. More importantly, they are developing valuable skills in engineering, coding, problem-solving, creativity, teamwork, and perseverance.\r\nEvery tool you provided is helping turn our classroom into a place where students can explore their ideas and see how what they learn in school connects to real world STEM careers. Your support is also helping inspire the next generation of engineers, programmers, innovators, and problem-solvers.\r\nThank you for believing in our students and investing in their future. We are truly grateful for your generosity and for being an important part of their STEM journey.","fullyFundedDate":1778810716826,"projectUrl":"project/building-future-engineers-essential-too/10115987/","projectTitle":"Building Future Engineers: Essential Tools for Our Robotics Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Amata","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10440582_orig.jpg?crop=538,538,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771812143733","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10440582"},{"teacherId":10647163,"projectId":10585389,"letterContent":"The support given to our micro:bit project will help our students use the technology, you our valued and appreciated donors, in a better one to one ratio. Giving everyone the opportunity to have the necessary time and work with micro:bits for their intended purpose, in a one to one ratio is necessary to encourage a more complete understanding of the technology and how important learning basic block coding is to the process. \r\n\r\nThe most exciting part of the micro:bit experience for our students is the ability to have many options in how the technology is used. They can create messages, sound, send signals through radio signals and create different projects. These projects range from security systems to aids for those that have disabilities. The most important factor is that your generous donation allows them the opportunity that could be missed without that help.\r\n\r\nSome students show great enthusiasm for the micro:bit lessons and make it known that plan to continue down the computer engineering path. I can see the ideas take hold and their interest and excitement grows as they see the options available when using this device. So for them, our school, and myself, I say thank you for helping us provide these tools to our future tech workers and developers.","fullyFundedDate":1788655762649,"projectUrl":"project/microbit-programming-coding-one-block/10585389/","projectTitle":"Micro:bit Programming, Coding One \"Block\" at a Time","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Bartley","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10647163"},{"teacherId":8185157,"projectId":10486123,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation and for supporting the young ladies in our middle school Physical Education program. Because of your kindness, our students now have reliable and discreet access to feminine hygiene products whenever they need them during the school day.\r\n\r\nMiddle school can already be a challenging time for young ladies as they experience changes, develop confidence, and learn how to manage new responsibilities. Starting a period unexpectedly—especially during PE class—can be stressful, embarrassing, and distracting. No student should have to sit out, miss valuable class time, or worry because she does not have access to the products she needs. Your donation helps remove that worry and allows our students to remain comfortable, confident, and focused on learning.\r\n\r\nThese supplies may seem like small everyday items, but their impact is incredibly meaningful. They provide dignity, reassurance, and a sense of security for our students. Knowing that products are available when needed can turn a potentially upsetting moment into a simple, manageable situation. Instead of feeling embarrassed or having to ask multiple people for help, our young ladies can privately access what they need and return to class without missing a beat.\r\n\r\nYour generosity also sends our students an important message: their health, comfort, and well-being matter. They deserve to feel supported at school, and they should never feel ashamed of a normal part of growing up. Having these products available helps create a more caring and inclusive environment where students know that the adults and community members around them are looking out for them.\r\n\r\nAs a Physical Education teacher, I want every student to feel prepared and comfortable participating in class. PE should be a place where students build confidence, develop healthy habits, learn teamwork, and discover the joy of movement. With access to feminine products, our students can participate without the added stress of being unprepared. Your support allows them to focus on being active, learning new skills, and enjoying time with their classmates.\r\n\r\nWe are especially grateful because your donation helps meet a need that is not always openly discussed. Feminine hygiene products are essential school supplies, but they are often overlooked. By supporting this project, you have helped make sure our students have access to something they truly need while also showing compassion for the challenges young ladies may face.\r\n\r\nThank you for choosing to invest in our students and for helping us provide a safe, supportive, and welcoming space. You did more than purchase feminine products—you provided comfort during an uncomfortable moment, confidence during an uncertain time, and dignity when it matters most.\r\n\r\nOur students may not have the opportunity to thank you personally, but please know that your generosity will make a difference every single day. We are deeply grateful for your kindness, thoughtfulness, and willingness to support our young ladies. Thank you for helping them feel prepared, protected, and empowered both in PE class and throughout their school day.","fullyFundedDate":1788008189183,"projectUrl":"project/keeping-girls-comfortable-confident-an/10486123/","projectTitle":"Keeping Girls Comfortable, Confident, and Active","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Achord","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8185157_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1756189413257","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8185157"},{"teacherId":10399724,"projectId":10212315,"letterContent":"The arrival of the organization bins, shelf dividers, paper trays, and magnetic marker holders has brought a sense of calm, structure, and efficiency to our daily classroom routine. Before having these dedicated systems, precious instructional minutes were routinely lost searching for markers, passing out materials, or deciphering where turned-in assignments should go. Now, with everything clearly categorized and within reach, transitions between activities are seamless. Our \"trayless\" whiteboards finally have a home for markers directly on the board, eliminating mid-lesson pauses to hunt for working supplies, while the shelf dividers and bins keep our hands-on math tools stored safely and ready for instant use.\r\n\r\nThis level of organization has done far more than just tidy up our physical space—it has empowered my 7th graders to take full ownership of their learning environment. In a high-energy Title 1 STEM Academy, a structured room sets the tone for professional, focused thinking. Students know exactly where to grab their daily materials, how to access tools independently, and where to submit their finished work with confidence. Removing the background noise of a cluttered workspace has allowed our class to spend less time managing \"stuff\" and more time diving deep into rigorous math and problem-solving.","fullyFundedDate":1781193726266,"projectUrl":"project/engineering-a-seamless-classroom-system/10212315/","projectTitle":"Engineering a Seamless Classroom: Systems for STEM Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dixon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dixonatjohnston"},{"teacherId":10399724,"projectId":10217631,"letterContent":"The addition of the Apple Pencil, iPad, and protective case has completely transformed the instructional dynamic of our math classroom by giving me the freedom of mobility. Previously, I was anchored to the front of the room, physically tied to the Smart Board whenever we worked through multi-step equations or modeled 3D figures. Now, I can write directly on the board from anywhere in the room while circulating among my 7th graders. Being able to stand right beside a student who needs subtle support—all while continuing to lead the lesson for the rest of the class—has made my instruction infinitely more responsive and personalized.\r\n\r\nBeyond instruction, this technology has unlocked proximity as my primary tool for classroom management. In a high-energy Title 1 STEM Academy setting, being able to walk down the aisles, pause near a distracted student, or check a student's desk work in real time keeps the entire class focused without ever interrupting the flow of learning. The protective case ensures the equipment stays safe as I navigate a busy room, and the precision of the Apple Pencil lets me sketch clear diagrams and annotate student work instantly on the display. This setup removes physical barriers between teacher and students, turning a static lecture space into a dynamic, active environment.","fullyFundedDate":1778212091295,"projectUrl":"project/math-in-motion-breaking-the-front-of-th/10217631/","projectTitle":"Math in Motion: Breaking the Front-of-the-Room Barrier","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dixon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dixonatjohnston"},{"teacherId":10399724,"projectId":10212194,"letterContent":"The hands-on impact of using kinetic sand alongside clear 3D solids turned our geometry unit from an abstract lesson into an unforgettable STEM laboratory experience. Slicing through the kinetic sand with rulers allowed my 7th graders to physically reveal and inspect 2D cross-sections in real time, making concepts like a triangular cross-section of a pyramid suddenly click. Watching their eyes light up when they cut a shape open and saw the exact plane section we had been discussing on paper was incredible—it bridges the gap between spatial imagination and concrete mathematical reasoning in a way no textbook ever could.\r\n\r\nThe real breakthrough came when we explored the volumetric relationship between pyramids and prisms sharing the same base and height. Students physically packed the clear 3D pyramids with kinetic sand and poured them into the matching prisms, discovering for themselves that it takes precisely three pyramids to fill one prism. Seeing that V=(1/3)b*h relationship proven right in front of them turned a formula they usually just try to memorize into a tangible discovery they fully understand. This tactile approach gave every student, regardless of their starting point, the confidence to engage deeply with complex geometry.","fullyFundedDate":1778068701696,"projectUrl":"project/sculpting-success-hands-on-math-for-fut/10212194/","projectTitle":"Sculpting Success: Hands-On Math for Future STEM Leaders","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dixon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dixonatjohnston"},{"teacherId":10399724,"projectId":10212137,"letterContent":"The transformation in our classroom dynamic was instant the moment the dry-erase stickers were applied to the desks. For middle schoolers who are often intimidated by making permanent mistakes on paper, having an immediate, low-stakes workspace right under their hands broke down their fear of starting. During our high-speed math checks, students immediately reach for their Expo markers, diving headfirst into the \"productive struggle\" of solving equations and sketching geometric shapes without hesitation. The simple ability to swipe away an error with the microfiber cloth has shifted their focus from avoiding wrong answers to actively experimenting with strategies.\r\n\r\nBeyond just lowering math anxiety, these materials have completely revolutionized how we run our daily lessons and quick checks for understanding. Instead of waiting for me to collect scratch paper or walk to every individual desk, students simply hold up their work or leave it visible on their desk stickers as I scan the room. The vibrant markers make their thinking visible instantly, while the microfiber cloths allow us to \"clear the deck\" in seconds and transition seamlessly into the next problem. It has turned our Title 1 STEM classroom into a highly collaborative, interactive space where every single student has a voice and the tools to show their brilliance.","fullyFundedDate":1778098615895,"projectUrl":"project/mistakes-are-proof-of-learning/10212137/","projectTitle":"Mistakes are Proof of Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Dixon","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/dixonatjohnston"},{"teacherId":9354850,"projectId":10182079,"letterContent":"The world is driven by data, and I have some amazing statistics because of your generosity. \r\n\r\nLibrary visits before school went from an average of 43 students to a minimum of 60 and frequently 75 per day since adding the games. Morning circulation has tripled. Students check out the books that they see on display--because they are here for the games. Additionally, students are playing board and card games instead of playing on Chromebooks. Our sixth graders, who can come from all over the district instead of just a few schools, have a wonderful opportunity to make new friends. This is a win/win/win!\r\n\r\nA benefit that I did not realize might happen is that students are asking their teachers to bring the class to the library so that they can check out books--and play games for a few minutes. A positive attitude about the library increases the opportunity to increase literacy and make the students life-long library patrons. Thank you so much.","fullyFundedDate":1779302387779,"projectUrl":"project/find-it-here-if-you-come-to-the-library/10182079/","projectTitle":"Find It Here--If You Come to the Library!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Ferrell","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-6_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9354850"},{"teacherId":9350987,"projectId":10150243,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our \"Living Laboratory\" project! Because of your support, our middle schoolers are stepping beyond the four walls of the traditional classroom to experience learning that is tangible and dynamic. Unpacking our new gardening equipment—from high-quality soil, rakes, and shovels to our classroom sets of books like José Hernández's biography, A Million Miles Away—brought an overwhelming sense of excitement to our 6th and 8th graders. Your kindness has shown my students that there is a whole community of supporters who truly believe in their potential and want to see them thrive.\r\n\r\nYour investment is already transforming how our students engage with science and literacy in our high-desert environment. By pairing hands-on gardening tools with texts on small-space agriculture, our students are building crucial schema before getting their hands dirty. They aren't just planting seeds; they are acting as engineers, applying real-world science to analyze soil pH levels and connect biological processes to the larger principles of problem-solving and space exploration. Having access to these resources has boosted their curiosity, collaboration, and confidence, turning abstract concepts into meaningful, real-world discovery.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my entire class, thank you for proving to our students that the sky is truly not the limit. Your gift has provided the exact tools they need to dig deep, reach high, and see the practical impact of their education every single day. We are endlessly grateful for your support in cultivating our next generation of thinkers and innovators!","fullyFundedDate":1778068696504,"projectUrl":"project/growing-sustainable-and-literate-scienti/10150243/","projectTitle":"Growing Sustainable and Literate Scientists","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Francis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9350987_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x443,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698970567207","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephanie-francis"},{"teacherId":10404663,"projectId":10022907,"letterContent":"Thank you so much to our generous donors for providing materials that allow our students to experience math through hands-on learning! Your support has helped bring math concepts to life in our 6th-grade classroom and has given students opportunities to learn in ways that go beyond traditional worksheets and textbooks. With materials such as the Budget Game, PEMDAS Dice, and Fraction Dominos, students are able to actively participate, collaborate with their classmates, and make meaningful connections to the math they are learning.\r\n\r\nHands-on learning has already made a positive difference in our students' understanding and confidence in math. The Budget Game has helped students apply math to real-life situations involving money, spending, and decision-making. PEMDAS Dice gives students an engaging way to practice the order of operations, while Fraction Dominos helps them visualize and connect equivalent fractions and fraction concepts. These activities allow students to practice skills repeatedly while having fun, making challenging concepts more accessible and memorable. Thank you for investing in our students and helping create engaging learning experiences that can make a lasting impact on their mathematical understanding!","fullyFundedDate":1768977952468,"projectUrl":"project/bringing-math-to-life-part-1/10022907/","projectTitle":"Bringing Math to Life Part 1","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hildreth","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-2_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10404663"},{"teacherId":9350987,"projectId":10074825,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in funding our project! Because of your support, our classroom is now equipped with a Little Free Library that students will build and maintain. When the packages arrived, my students were overwhelmed with excitement—seeing their faces light up as we unpacked everything was a moment I will never forget. Your kindness sent a clear message to my students that people out in the world truly believe in them and care about their education.\r\n\r\nYour contribution is already making a tangible difference in our daily learning. With these new resources, my students are able to implement engineering skills as well as make an impact in their school and larger community. Having access to these tools has not only made our lessons more engaging, but it has also boosted my students' confidence, curiosity, and motivation to learn. You haven't just provided materials for a single lesson; you've created an environment where my students feel supported and empowered to succeed every day.\r\n\r\nOn behalf of my entire class, thank you for choosing to invest in our classroom and community. Your generosity has sparked a love for learning that will impact these students far beyond this school year. We are deeply grateful for your support!","fullyFundedDate":1779384908861,"projectUrl":"project/the-green-literacy-loop-building-a-stem/10074825/","projectTitle":"The Green Literacy Loop: Building a STEM-Sustainable Little Free Library","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Francis","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9350987_orig.jpg?crop=3024,3024,x443,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1698970567207","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/stephanie-francis"},{"teacherId":9353020,"projectId":10288045,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting my students and helping us start the school year with resources that made our classroom a more engaging and welcoming place to learn. The materials you provided were put to great use throughout our Social Studies lessons. My students used the markers, crayons, pencils, glue sticks, and dry-erase markers for historical posters, graphic organizers, map activities, collaborative assignments, and other hands-on projects. The classroom prizes also allowed me to recognize students for their effort, participation, teamwork, positive choices, and academic growth.\r\n\r\nMy students were especially excited when they first saw the new supplies and prizes. It was rewarding to see how something as simple as new classroom materials could increase their excitement about participating and completing their work. The LEGO sets also gave students opportunities to be creative, practice problem-solving, and work collaboratively. These resources helped me provide students with different ways to demonstrate what they had learned rather than relying only on traditional assignments and assessments. Most importantly, the materials helped create a classroom environment where students felt encouraged, recognized, and motivated to do their best. Thank you for investing in my students and helping make our classroom a place where learning was engaging, creative, and meaningful.","fullyFundedDate":1783343252641,"projectUrl":"project/great-way-to-start-the-new-year/10288045/","projectTitle":"Great Way to Start the New Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Ortiz","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9353020"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_32155","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1055,"numTeachers":52,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":3,"percentBlack":29,"percentWhite":8,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":47,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":2,"percentMultiracialImputed":7,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"20.3:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":50.6,"schoolId":32155,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Carroll M Johnston Middle School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Carroll M Johnston Middle School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/carroll-m-johnston-middle-school/32155"}