Michael Johnson, Incoming Headmaster
Michael Johnson’s journey to Great Hearts began with his wife’s encouragement. He shared, “My wife discovered Great Hearts while searching for a better educational option for our children. I was drawn to its commitment to classical liberal arts education, which I had experienced in high school. She was also the one who suggested—perhaps even insisted—that I teach at Great Hearts!” After a long career in corporate and operations management, Mr. Johnson joined Trivium Prep, where he has taught Economics, Pre-Algebra, and Biology. He has also taken on various leadership roles, including Assistant Basketball Coach, Safety Coordinator, Dean of Students, and Assistant Headmaster.
“I have always enjoyed serving others, be it as a teacher, a Dean, or as AHM, Mr. Johnson, says, “and the role of Headmaster allows me the opportunity to potentially help everyone at Trivium; meaning scholars, teachers, and parents, and not just certain groups. The obvious challenge with this is that it involves everyone at Trivium, which will be my greatest opportunity in the years ahead.”
Mr. Johnson looks forward being as visible and as available as he can – delegating tasks where possible and living by the old axiom about eating an elephant “…one bite at a time.” “I believe Trivium is at a tipping point,” he shared. “We could relax, focus on rigorous academics, sit back on our test scores, and call that victory; or we could do the more difficult task and draw our community in, work together to build wonderful citizens, and celebrate both victories together as a community. I choose community.”
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