“Don't spend your days looking behind, your future lies ahead."
KIMBERLY'S OUTREACH
Congratulations to Dr. Kimberly P. Johnson, the 2025 recipient of the Youth Development Teaching Award! This award recognizes one outstanding instructor in the Clemson University Youth Development Leadership (YDL) M.S. Degree Program, the YDL Graduate Certificate Program, or the Youth Development Studies minor. Supported by the William H. Quinn Faculty Excellence Fund, it honors exceptional teaching and supports continued professional development.
Dr. Kimberly P. Johnson is a dedicated educator and accomplished children’s book author in the Clemson University College of Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences. In YDL courses such as Creative Activities for Youth and Delivering Effective Youth Programs, Dr. Johnson inspires students through her creativity, her commitment to service learning, and her passion for youth development.
Dr. Kimberly P. Johnson is passionate about education but even more passionate about making sure that our educators and families know their value. She grew up in a household with grandparents who could not read or write - yet they encouraged her to be the best person she could be! Now, she has committed her life’s journey to “empowering our children to know that they can succeed, no matter what their circumstances are”.
A Message to Educators
Check out Dr. Kimberly P. Johnson's TEDx Talk!
Dr. Kimberly Johnson's grandparents taught her what good character looks like and raised her to believe in God and in self. Many students do not have that support system at home. In this inspirational TEDx Talk, Dr. Johnson urges educators to be the inspiration the kids need.
Dr. Kimberly P. Johnson
Note to Self
“Stop thinking about trying to save the world. It would be great if you could, but the reality is if I could get just one person to change their heart and mind then I’ve done a good thing.” Listen to this sit down with Dr. Kimberly Johnson as she shares a note to her younger self. We encourage you to join the movement by sharing your story with us, utilizing #SeeHerTrueCullars!
Characters of Simply Creative Works
