KATE
JOHNSON.

Kate Johnson is a senior at Northview High School and an active student in the 3DE by Junior Achievement program. She has pursued a rigorous academic path, and will be completing eleven AP courses by graduation. In addition, she has earned recognition as an AP Scholar with Distinction. She has also been honored by the College Board's National Recognition Program for her academic achievements. Through 3DE, she has developed critical competencies such as cultural agility, engaging communication, creativity and innovation, and analytical thinking. These skills have led her to become a finalist in multiple company case challenges with firms like E*Trade, Delta, Arby's, and Jackson Healthcare, and her team's collaboration earned them first place in the UPS Case Challenge.

Outside the classroom, Kate demonstrates leadership and initiative across numerous activities. She is the founder and CEO of TopTea, a student-run bubble tea business that quickly sold out at launch and is now expanding with plans for external growth. She also serves as Treasurer of her school's Girls Who Code chapter, having previously held the role of Outreach Manager, and is Vice President of the inaugural Dance Club, leading efforts to establish an official school team. Kate has gained hands-on experience through internships, including a paid IT role refurbishing laptops for Fulton County Schools and a marketing internship with InzpireU, an AI startup where she focused on branding and visual design. She has also competed nationally with FBLA in visual design and continues to stay active in cricket, honor societies, and community volunteering.

Looking ahead, Kate aspires to major in artificial intelligence, blending her analytical skills with her creative passions. She has a deep love for the arts, particularly music, dance, and writing, and is self-taught in piano, guitar, hip-hop dance, and singing. Her ability to merge technical problem-solving with creative expression sets her apart, whether she is designing visuals for a project, writing lyrics, or exploring new ways to apply AI to real-world challenges. Kate's combination of innovation, leadership, and artistic drive makes her uniquely positioned to excel in both her future studies and career.