The Legacy of Loretta Johnson

Who was Loretta Johnson?

Loretta Johnson was a trailblazing educator and administrator. Mrs. Johnson's remarkable career in the Rochester school district began in 1969 when she moved to Rochester and taught elementary school. She made history by becoming the first woman to lead the district as Interim Superintendent from 1994 to 1995 and led our school system in the first local school reform movement.

Mrs. Johnson believed in investment in early education, setting ambitious standards for student achievement, increasing community involvement, and combating the effects of poverty and racism.

The Rochester City School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status or political affiliation, and additionally does not discriminate against students on the basis of weight, gender identity, gender expression, and religious practices or any other basis prohibited by New York State and/or federal non-discrimination laws in employment or its programs and activities. The District provides equal access to community and youth organizations.

The Legacy of Loretta Johnson

Who was Loretta Johnson?