Strong John Thomson School - View this location on map Strong John Thomson School was built in 1910 by Marsh & Peter, one of the city s most prominent architectural firms during the first two decades of the twentieth century. It highlights the firm s significant contribution to the design of public schools. Upon its construction, it was cited as a model school for elementary education in the District of Columbia. The school was built in direct response to the 1908 Report of the Schoolhouse Commission that addressed a two-year study of schoolhouse construction across the country and made recommendations for modernizing the D.C. Public School system. This building showcased the latest trends in technology and educational planning. A third story was added in 1924. 1200 L Street, NW, Washington , DC Historical

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