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About Coach Johnson

Coach's Background

Coach's Winning Culture

Coach's Background

Coach Johnson began coaching at East Jessamine High School in 1997.  He was an Assitant Coach at Lafayette High School before becoming the Head Football Coach at West Jessamine High School where he still remains the winningest coach in school history.  Coach Johnson took the reigns at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School in 2018.  He is curre

Coach Johnson began coaching at East Jessamine High School in 1997.  He was an Assitant Coach at Lafayette High School before becoming the Head Football Coach at West Jessamine High School where he still remains the winningest coach in school history.  Coach Johnson took the reigns at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School in 2018.  He is currently in his 6th year at Dunbar and has already moved to 2nd behind Mike Meighan in school win totals.

Coach's Philosophy

Coach's Winning Culture

Coach's Background

 

Coaching Philosophy: Building Success Through Accountability, Discipline, Intentionality, Empathy, and Positive Leadership


Success is more than wins and losses—it's about individual growth within the team. To foster holistic success, I champion accountability, discipline, intentionality, empathy, and positive leadership.


Accountability: Ea

 

Coaching Philosophy: Building Success Through Accountability, Discipline, Intentionality, Empathy, and Positive Leadership


Success is more than wins and losses—it's about individual growth within the team. To foster holistic success, I champion accountability, discipline, intentionality, empathy, and positive leadership.


Accountability: Each member holds themselves and others responsible, fostering trust and reliability.


Discipline: We prioritize consistent effort, dedication, and focus to bridge goals and accomplishments.


Intentionality: Every action is deliberate, aligning with our values and goals.

Empathy: Understanding and sharing others' feelings builds trust and respect.


Positive Leadership: By inspiring and empowering, we create a supportive environment where everyone thrives.



Coach's Winning Culture

Coach's Winning Culture

Coach's Winning Culture

Since arriving in 2018 Coach Johnson has established a culture of excellence.  Under his 6 year tenure, he has guided Dunbar to:

  • 1 Regional Championship
  • 1 Regional Runner-Up,
  • 1 Semi-Final Appearance,
  • 3 District Championships
  • 2 District Runner-Up Finishes.  
  • In his 7 years, Coach Johnson has helped over 40 athletes sign college scholarship offers.

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About PLD

 

Mission Statement

"Dunbar High School’s faculty and staff, in partnership with parents and community members, empower students to achieve high standards for academics, integrity, leadership, and citizenship."


About the School

We're one of the largest schools in the state, but parents, students and staff say Paul Laurence Dunbar feels like a small school because of the close relationships. We go to great lengths to ensure that students feel warm and welcome. Dunbar also has a reputation for excellence across a broad range of programs -- not only academics and athletics, but also community service and the performing arts.

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A Standard of Excellence

 Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is ranked Fourth within Kentucky. Students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement® coursework and exams. The AP® participation rate at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is 46%. The total minority enrollment is 56%, and 39% of students are economically disadvantaged. Paul Laurence Dunbar High School is 1 of 17 high schools in Fayette County Public Schools

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A Destination School

Paul Laurence Dunbar is a school families choose to go to.  Located in the middle of horse farms in the West end of Fayette County, PLD is tucked away from the busy traffic of downtown and minutes from Bluegrass AIrport and Keeneland Racetrack.  If you are looking to move to the area there are plenty of places to call home!

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1600 Man O War Boulevard, Lexington, Kentucky 40513, United States

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