Mr. Johnson was selected one of this year's recipients of the Beaumont Foundation’s Gilbert I. “Buddy” Low Excellence in Education Award. This award was created in 2010 to celebrate and recognize superior contributions of teachers whose leadership and dedication inspire a spirit of learning in students of all backgrounds and abilities. Mr. Johnson will be honored at an awards gala and receive a crystal obelisk, a portrait, and $10,000 cash prize. Mr. Johnson is the third San Augustine middle school teacher to receive this award since it's inception!