
“All human beings are born with unique gifts. The healthy functioning of our community depends on its capacity to develop each gift.”
Peter Senge 'The Learning School.'
The mission of Scott Johnson Middle School, the champion of inspired learning and academic excellence, is to empower students to problem solve, embrace their uniqueness, and become life-long learners by creating a safe and nurturing culture that promotes and encourages trust, individual responsibility, and diversity in a collaborative partnership of students, parents, teachers, and the community. We believe that excellence is a never ending journey that requires passion and purpose. We believe that personal relationships and connections are vital to learning. Encouraging students to focus on leadership and self worth, we embrace Tiger P.R.I.D.E. by modeling and reinforcing perseverance, respect, integrity, determination and excellence. As we celebrate learning and embrace diversity, our learning community fosters the belief that all students can and will excel.
"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." Winston Churchill
Mr. Curry has over 18 years of experience as a teacher and administrator in Texas public education. Prior to coming to Scott Johnson, Mr. Curry has served as principal at Commerce High School for one year, principal at Commerce Middle School for two years and an assistant principal at Wylie High School for three years.
"Education is an ornament in prosperity and refuge in adversity." - Aristotle
In addition, he was head band director at Timpson High School for 3 years and an assistant band director for 8 years. He also served as Texas Ambassador of Music for 3 years. Mr. Curry earned a Bachelor of Arts degree (1991) from Stephen F. Austin and a Master of Education degree (2003) from Texas A&M-Commerce University. He also earned his Superintendent’s certificate from Texas A&M-Commerce University in December 2004.
| Campus Statistics | |
|---|---|
| Year Opened: | 2000 |
| School Enrollment: | 890 |
| TEA Rating: | Recognized |
| School Mascot: | Tigers |
| School Colors: | Navy, White & Orange |
| School Hours: | 8:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. |
| School Menu: | View Menu |
| School Web site: | Visit School Web site |
| Campus Improvement Plans | View Plans |
3400 Community Drive
McKinney, Texas 75071
Phone: 469-302-4900
Fax: 469-302-4901
Assistant Principal
Email: Stewart Herrington
Assistant Principal
Email: David Warren
Counselor
Email: Cathy Hjartberg
Counselor
Email: Steve Gaffney
Library Media Specialist
Email: Judy DeBurger