{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Johnson Junior High School Academy of International Studies","outOfStateSupporters":52.3,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":7261761,"projectId":10003877,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your incredible generosity in providing our classroom with new calculators, notebooks, and glue. In a middle school math environment, these aren't just supplies; they are the essential tools that allow my students to transition from basic calculations to complex problem-solving. Having enough working calculators for every student ensures that no one is left behind during a lesson, and the new notebooks have already become a dedicated space for them to organize their thoughts and track their progress.\r\n\r\nYour support has an immediate impact on our daily learning. With these materials, we can dive into hands-on projects—like building geometric models and creating interactive math journals—that make abstract concepts feel real. It is a wonderful feeling to see a student's face light up when they have the right tools to tackle a difficult equation. Thank you for investing in our classroom and for showing my students that their education is valued by the community.","fullyFundedDate":1768175204385,"projectUrl":"project/classroom-supplies-to-help-our-eagles-so/10003877/","projectTitle":"Classroom Supplies to Help Our Eagles Soar!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Daniels","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7261761"},{"teacherId":8115884,"projectId":7980096,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of school supplies for my 230 students. Your kindness will make a meaningful difference in their daily learning and help ensure they have the tools they need to succeed this year. I am truly grateful for your support of our classroom community.\r\n\r\nBecause of your generosity, each student will receive the materials they need to participate fully in lessons and feel confident at school. Your gift sends a powerful message to our students that their education matters to others in our community.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your thoughtful contribution and for investing in our students' success. Your support is deeply appreciated.","fullyFundedDate":1699328551533,"projectUrl":"project/mx-browns-classroom/7980096/","projectTitle":"Mx. 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Because of your generous donations I am able to provide new sharpened pencils for my students. \r\n\r\nThanks again for your program.","fullyFundedDate":1768446784259,"projectUrl":"project/supplies-to-inspire-future-mathematician/10012284/","projectTitle":"Supplies to Inspire Future Mathematicians!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hughes","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-4_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10402706"},{"teacherId":4323861,"projectId":10048579,"letterContent":"The arrival of the \"Sweet Success\" materials brought an immediate wave of excitement and curiosity to our classroom. When my students first saw the variety of fidget tools and the vibrant, multicultural candy, their eyes lit up with a mix of surprise and joy. It transformed the \"reward\" into a mini-lesson on global cultures, immediately sparking the curiosity and sense of belonging I had hoped for.\r\nWe have integrated these resources into our daily routines with fantastic results. The fidget tools have become essential \"focus anchors\" during our deep-focus instructional blocks. I've noticed a decrease in off-task behavior now that students have tactile outlets to help regulate their sensory needs. Celebrating that victory with a unique snack from a different culture made the achievement feel truly special and validated their hard work in front of their peers.\r\nBy celebrating academic risks with diverse incentives that reflect their own identities, your generosity has helped create a resilient classroom culture where students are mastering life skills like delayed gratification and organizational consistency. Thank you for providing the tools my students need to feel focused, valued, and fully capable of reaching their academic potential.","fullyFundedDate":1769534606840,"projectUrl":"project/sweet-success-rewards-and-fidgets-that/10048579/","projectTitle":"Sweet Success: Rewards and Fidgets That Support Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DiSimone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4323861"},{"teacherId":9261573,"projectId":9986472,"letterContent":"With access to new LEGO sets, students will be able to design, build, and test their own creations while developing critical thinking and engineering skills. These hands-on experiences help reinforce concepts like perseverance, planning, and innovation in a way that feels engaging and fun.\r\nFor many of our students, this club is a place where they can feel successful and confident outside of the traditional classroom setting. The LEGO sets will encourage teamwork, communication, and leadership as students work together to complete challenges and share their ideas. 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Access to graph paper has allowed students to fully engage in math instruction, complete assignments accurately, and demonstrate their understanding without barriers. The addition of headsets has enhanced technology-based learning by giving students the ability to work independently, participate in online activities, and complete assessments with greater focus and reduced distractions.\r\n\r\nProviding snacks has also made a significant difference, particularly for students who may experience food insecurity. 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Now, each student has the opportunity to actively participate, practice problem-solving, and build confidence in their abilities.\r\n\r\nMost notably, my advanced students are now able to utilize the calculators to explore more complex and abstract mathematical ideas. They are working through advanced equations, analyzing patterns, and tackling challenges that were previously out of reach without proper resources. These tools have allowed them to deepen their understanding and push beyond the standard curriculum, fostering both curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.\r\n\r\nBeyond academics, this donation has created a more inclusive classroom environment where every student feels equipped and empowered to succeed. It has truly transformed not just how I teach, but how my students learn.\r\n\r\nThank you for investing in my students' education and for helping to inspire the next generation of thinkers and problem-solvers. Your generosity will have a lasting impact.","fullyFundedDate":1768884151223,"projectUrl":"project/middle-school-math-classroom-learns-life/10043528/","projectTitle":"Middle School Math Classroom Learns Life Lesson About Budgets","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Butterfield","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-3_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9347264"},{"teacherId":10400515,"projectId":10001894,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous donation of calculators to our Pre-Algebra classes for both 6th and 8th grade students. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference in our classroom. Having new calculators that work properly has already helped our students feel more confident and prepared during lessons, classwork, and independent practice. It may seem like a small tool, but in math class, having reliable materials can make a huge impact on a student's ability to learn and participate.\r\n\r\nYour donation has helped remove frustration and created more opportunities for students to focus on understanding math concepts instead of worrying about whether their calculator will function correctly. I even have some students who did not want to participate fully now more engaged into the lesson. Our students are excited to use them, and it has made daily instruction smoother and more effective. We are truly grateful for your support, generosity, and investment in our students' education. Thank you for helping our classroom and for making such a positive impact on our learning environment.","fullyFundedDate":1768212159545,"projectUrl":"project/mathematics-essentials/10001894/","projectTitle":"Mathematics Essentials","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Shepherd","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-8_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10400515"},{"teacherId":7535105,"projectId":9796037,"letterContent":"This grant has had a significant impact on our school's ability to safely store, transport, and utilize audio equipment for assemblies, performances, and school events. 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Overall, this grant enhances school-wide events, promotes student engagement, and ensures that our audio equipment remains secure and accessible for continued use.","fullyFundedDate":1769816133984,"projectUrl":"project/sound-in-style/9796037/","projectTitle":"Sound in Style","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Whorton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp7535105_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1600058774795","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/7535105"},{"teacherId":7535105,"projectId":9897334,"letterContent":"This grant has had a positive impact on our chess club by providing snacks that support student focus, engagement, and overall well-being during meetings and competitions. The variety of crackers, cookies, and drinks ensures that students have access to quick, convenient options that help sustain their energy while they concentrate on strategy and critical thinking. Having snacks available has created a more welcoming and inclusive environment, encouraging consistent attendance and participation.\r\n\r\nFor many of our students, especially in a Title I setting, these snacks help meet basic needs so they can fully engage in the club experience. Students are able to remain attentive for longer periods, collaborate more effectively with peers, and enjoy a sense of community during chess activities. 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The fidget tools have become an essential \"quiet support\" for my students who struggle with sensory processing or anxiety during long stretches of focus.\r\nThe cleaning supplies have also been a game-changer. Having high-quality supplies makes the students take real pride in \"our\" space, and they've become much more proactive about keeping their learning environment sparkling and organized.\r\nThe Power of Positive Reinforcement: The rewards have completely transformed the \"vibe\" of our classroom. Instead of just correcting off-task behavior, I am now able to constantly \"catch students being good.\"\r\nWhat's Next for Our Classroom Now that we have a more focused and positive environment, we are diving into our IB Design Unit. These supplies have been instrumental as our IB Design unit centers on the core of problem-solving. By providing the tools to resolve environmental and sensory distractions, you have empowered my students to move past basic classroom hurdles and dedicate their full energy to developing innovative solutions of their own.\r\nYour contribution didn't just buy \"stuff\"—it bought us the ability to focus, the pride of a clean room, and the joy of being rewarded for hard work. Thank you for being a part of our classroom family.","fullyFundedDate":1768431013251,"projectUrl":"project/rewards-fidgets-and-cleaning-supplies/9985905/","projectTitle":"Rewards, Fidgets, and Cleaning Supplies for a Focused, Positive Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. DiSimone","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/4323861"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_56244","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":1329,"numTeachers":74,"percentFrplEligible":95,"percentAsian":6,"percentBlack":16,"percentWhite":21,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":46,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","percentHawaiianImputed":0,"percentMultiracialImputed":8,"gradesServed":"6 - 8","studentTeacherRatio":"18.0:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":true,"titleOne":true,"metroType":"URBAN","ncesMetroType":"CITY_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":47.7,"schoolId":56244,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Johnson Junior High School Academy of International Studies on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Johnson Junior High School Academy of International Studies","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/nevada/clark-county-school-district/walter-johnson-junior-high-school/56244"}