Full STEAM Ahead

Case Study: Johnson STEAM Academy (Cedar Rapids, Iowa)

How a K-5 magnet school dared to dream big and do whatever it takes

The community in which Johnson School of the Arts, a K-5 school, sits has long since been plagued by challenging socio-economic circumstances. When the state declared Johnson a school in need of assistance, it was its caring team of educators and the kids they loved that kept hope alive.

Thanks to finding a dedicated and passionate leader and her commitment to a strong culture and a shared leadership model, every single Johnson staff member rose to the occasion. Together, they patiently but resolutely worked together to transform Johnson School of the Arts into Johnson STEAM Academy, a magnet school that has grown into a beacon of light and hope in the community at large.