Johnson Orthodontics surprises teacher John Sell with gift card

Dr. Jonathan C. Johnson surprised Richard A. Shields Elementary teacher John Sell Nov. 20 with a $200 Visa gift card. Johnson is running his quarterly teacher appreciation contest for the second year, and Sell is the first winner for this school year. He was nominated by student David Lewandowski, who dropped his name into a fish bowl in Johnson’s office. The money is for Sell to spend on his classroom and/or students in whichever way he feels best.

It’s Johnson’s way of saying thanks to teachers who exhibit patience and understanding toward students who must miss class to attend regular orthodontic appointments. The son of two elementary school teachers, Johnson is committed to supporting local schools and looks forward to surprising another teacher in February.