Cornerstone Campus Despite a pandemic, the newest campus in Crowley ISD is open for students to thrive The beginning of every school year comes with great anticipation. The 2020-21 school year was no exception, thanks in large part to the opening of Crowley ISD’s new state-of-the-art Bill R. Johnson Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center. The district broke ground on the facility in December 2018. “There’s no doubt that the building is phenomenal, but the best part is what students are learning inside,” McFarland said. “We are building the future in Crowley ISD as we continue to see tremendous growth in our community.” The new campus is the home to more than 30 career and technical programs of study for students from both Crowley ISD high schools, as well as the Crowley Collegiate Academy, Global Prep Academy, the Crowley Academy of Aviation, Transportation and Logistics and dual credit courses. CTE Center Fast Facts • 210,000 square feet • Approximately 130 teaching spaces, including learning staircase • Outdoor courtyard with artificial turf surface • Sustainable features, including geothermal heating and cooling, energy-efficient reflective roof and solar panels • Multiple collaboration areas, including centralized learning staircase • $72.9 million project, funded by the Crowley ISD capital bond program
Bill R. Johnson (1954-2020)
In 1993, Dr. Johnson became the principal of Sycamore Elementary School. After two successful years at Sycamore, he was promoted to principal of Crowley High School. In 2000, while serving as the CHS principal, Dr. Johnson was the recipient of the Milken Family Foundation National Educator Award for his outstanding leadership, dedication and service to children. Dr. Johnson transitioned to CISD Central Administration as executive director of student services in 2005, and later served as an assistant and deputy superintendent before retiring in 2019.
14 CROWLEY ISD CONNECTIONS | Spring 2021
