Atlanta Board Of Education Announces Dr. Bryan Johnson as the Atlanta Public Schools Sole Superintendent Finalist

Dr. Johnson is the Board’s unanimous selection to oversee every facet of the school system beginning this fall; named the 2021 Tennessee Superintendent of the Year

The Atlanta Board of Education (ABOE) is proud to announce Dr. Bryan Johnson as the Atlanta Public Schools (APS) sole Superintendent finalist. Dr. Johnson is an accomplished K-12 leader and former corporate executive who brings extensive experience in educational leadership, workforce development, business strategy, change management and collaborative leadership. Interim Superintendent Dr. Danielle Battle will transition from her role by the end of August following the Board of Education vote on July 8. 

“The Atlanta Board of Education is thrilled at the prospect of collaborating with someone as accomplished as Dr. Bryan Johnson,” said ABOE Chair Erika Y. Mitchell. “His diverse leadership roles throughout his career will be a tremendous asset, as he helps propel our District by pushing students toward success while advocating for the District’s needs.”

Dr. Johnson will support District-wide efforts to propel APS’ high-performing and caring learning culture. He will also focus on collaborating with ABOE to implement and build upon strategies and initiatives to advance the District.

“I am honored to be selected as the sole finalist for this role,” said Dr. Johnson. “I deeply appreciate the Board’s unwavering focus on children and excellence throughout the search process. That same unwavering focus will be reflected in our efforts to catapult our urban school district to one of the top school districts in the country, with initiatives focused on literacy, STEM and workforce development. I look forward to partnering with Team APS and our community to make this a reality.”

For nearly two decades, Dr. Johnson has dedicated much of his career to public education. He would join APS from his current role as the Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Strategy Officer at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. He has also served as Chief Transformation Officer for U.S. Xpress Enterprises. While serving as Superintendent of Hamilton County Schools from 2017 to 2021, the district became the fastest-improving school district in Tennessee.

Dr. Johnson has received numerous accolades, including the 2021 Tennessee Superintendent of the Year by the Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents, named a National Superintendent of the Year Finalist, EdWeek’s “Leader to Learn From,” listed as a “Superintendent to Watch” by the National School Public Relations Association, and recognized as a “2020 Outstanding Young Alumnus” by Austin Peay State University. 

“It has been my pleasure to serve Atlanta Public Schools during this period of transition, and I have full confidence that the district will continue to progress under Dr. Johnson’s leadership,” said Dr. Battle. “With his impressive background, I know he will provide the necessary guidance to advance student achievement.”

The Atlanta Board of Education establishes and approves the policies that govern Atlanta Public Schools. The Board consists of nine members, representing six geographical districts and three “at-large” districts. One individual is elected per district to represent the schools for a four-year term.

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