Ashley Johnson

Ashley Johnson & Kelsey Koeneman wrap up their blog series, showing how coaching shapes student leaders into future community pillars.


From inspiring guest speakers to creative team-building activities, Ashley Koeneman and Ashley Johnson share how their inaugural student leadership retreat built enthusiasm and set the tone for the year.

DeKalb High School’s Student Government organizes a “Reverse Trick-or-Treat” event where high school students visit elementary schools to hand out treats. This festive activity not only spreads joy but also strengthens the bond between students in the district and fosters a sense of community.

Student Government Sponsors Ashley Johnson & Kelsey Koeneman knew Homecoming could be so much more. Homecoming for a Cause, now in its third year, has fostered greater community involvement & fundraising for local charities, making it more meaningful for everyone involved.

Teachers often have high hopes for summer time. Ashley Johnson shares the approach she used last summer which allowed time to learn, prepare for next year, AND recharge.

Vocabulary assignments typically aren’t a favorite of students, but educators know there is value. CTE Teacher Ashley Johnson tried a few new approaches which are meeting with student approval!

The emotional highs and lows can happen within minutes of each other in any given classroom. Ashley Johnson takes a moment to reflect on a few and gives some advice for finding stability.

GPA. Class rank. College honors admission. How do we help students change the narrative and focus on growth over grades? Ashley Johnson shares ideas from her northern Indiana high school classroom.

“Book study” and “CTE class” might not be a combination typically put together. Ashley Johnson shares strategies which have left her students begging for more book studies.

Educator Ashley Johnson spent a portion of her summer in Italy. She brough home more than simple souvenirs – she retuned home with mental shifts which will impact her classroom. They might change yours too!

Ashley has found an impactful way to make learning relevant & engaging by helping students see the larger community surrounding the school. Students of all ages could build their philanthropic spirit with some of these ideas!