ABC Unified School District
Katie Johns, EdD, currently serves as the Assistant Principal of Student Services at Gahr High School within ABC Unified School District, a position held since November 2024. Previously, Katie held various roles within CUSD, including Elementary Teaching Assistant Principal and English Language Development Advisor, achieving significant performance improvements through student-centered approaches. Notable accomplishments include an 85% improvement in participant understanding as Vice Principal of Curriculum at Our Lady of Grace School. With a diverse educational background, including a Doctor of Education from the University of Southern California and a Master's in Educational Leadership, Katie contributes extensive experience in instructional development and community engagement to enhance student outcomes.
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ABC Unified School District
The ABC Unified School District is dedicated to student academic achievement. For nearly six decades, we have worked to provide the finest public education possible for our K-12 students, resulting in some of the most recognized schools and programs in California. We proudly serve the communities of Artesia, Cerritos, and Hawaiian Gardens, along with portions of Lakewood, Long Beach, and Norwalk. Our mission is to develop a community of lifelong learners, creative thinkers, and responsible individuals by providing innovative and high-quality education programs in a safe and supportive environment. We work hard to live up to this mission each and every day by offering rigorous academic programs and student supports. Our “every student, in every classroom, every day” approach to education ensures that every ABCUSD student receives the world-class education they deserve.