Shawnee Public Schools is proud to announce that Mr. Matt Johnson, Principal at Shawnee High School, has been named the 2025 recipient of the prestigious Oklahoma School Library (OKSL) School Administrator Award. This honor recognizes outstanding leadership and dedication to advancing school library media programs across Oklahoma.
Mr. Johnson’s nomination was reviewed by a panel of Oklahoma librarians, teachers, and higher education members. The selection process focused on four key areas:
The degree of improvement achieved in the school or district's library media program under his leadership
The uniqueness of his contributions
His understanding of the vital role of school library media services, as outlined in his personal statement
The panel’s overall reaction to the application
Through his vision and dedication, Mr. Johnson has empowered Shawnee's library media programs to thrive, ensuring students and educators have access to innovative resources and enriching learning opportunities.
Mr. Johnson will be formally honored at the Oklahoma Library Association’s Annual Conference Awards Ceremony on Thursday, March 13th, at 5:15 p.m. at the Embassy Suites in Norman.
Shawnee Public Schools celebrates Mr. Johnson's remarkable achievement and continued commitment to excellence in education.