Neubauer Fellows Community

Dr. Darryl Johnson

Principal, G. W. Carver High School
School District of Philadelphia
2024 Neubauer Fellow
Sector
District
Grade Level
7-12
Student Enrollment
877
School/Org Neighborhood
North Philadelphia
Education
Executive Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, Gwynedd Mercy University
MS in Education Administration, Gwynedd Mercy University
BA in Sociology, Bloomsburg University
I believe the youth in Philadelphia are more than capable of building communities, leading movements, driving the workforce, and running nations. I serve as a school leader to support our students, teachers, families, and partners in developing school-wide systems that empower, liberate, and support ALL students in achieving these transformative outcomes. It is an honor to become a Neubauer Fellow where I can grow professionally with like-minded school leaders who share the same values and seek the same outcomes for future generations.

Dr. Johnson has served as the principal of G.W. Carver High School of Engineering and Science (Carver HSES) since August 2021. Under his leadership, Carver HSES developed a robust Dual Enrollment Pathways program along with a STEM internship experience that has allowed over 375 students to attain college credits and/or real world experiences prior to graduation. Carver HSES reported the highest 4-year graduation rates (100%) across the School District of Philadelphia during the 2022-2023 school year and was also recognized as one of the Best High Schools in the United States in 2023 by US News & World Report. Over the last 3 years, Carver HSES has won 10 Public League Championships in Boys Bowling, Cheerleading, Boys Soccer, Girls and Boys Indoor and Outdoor Track, and Baseball.

Dr. Johnson has 15 years of experience in the School District of Philadelphia working hands-on with students, parents, and staff in various professional roles in both schools and the Central Office. Dr. Johnson has served in roles as a Student Disciplinary Hearing Officer, Transition Liaison, Dean of Students, Director of Student Supports, Director of School Culture, and Assistant Principal. In 2022, Dr. Johnson was recognized as a trailblazer and featured as an “Education Power Player” by Metro Philadelphia.

Dr. Johnson currently serves on the Professional Learning Advisory Board and the Black Male Leadership Think Tank. Dr. Johnson is also in the 2023 Instructional Leadership Academy led by the Philadelphia Academy of School Leaders. Prior to becoming an educator, Dr. Johnson worked for Delta Community Supports Inc as a social worker. Dr. Johnson grew up in Willow Grove, PA.

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