A huge shout-out of congratulations goes out to our school resource officer, Austin Johnson, who was recognized by the Nebo School Board on Feb 8. We appreciate our partnership with Springville City and Detective Johnson is an excellent representation of that partnership, he services both Spring Canyon Middle School and Springville Junior High. Below is the full write-up.
“Austin is an absolute delight to work with! He is knowledgeable, efficient, helpful, kind, and fun - a wonderful combination. He is extremely responsive - whether he is helping a specific situation where a police presence is needed or simply being at school, present and visible, he always leaves a situation better. Students love to visit with him in the halls, and seek him out to talk with him. One of our students with special needs is especially taken with Austin and follows him around everywhere. Austin even came in on his day off on Veteran's Day to block off our pick-up/drop-off lane for a special flag-raising ceremony where the entire student body and staff gathered outside at the beginning of the school day. While we needed his police lights that morning at the drop-off lane, it was his presence that was particularly noteworthy and appreciated for such a large gathering. Many parents commented on him being there. It created a sense of peace and order. Austin is a true partner and serves the students and staff of the Spring Canyon and Springville Junior communities with enthusiasm and pride. He is a Nebo Hero.” ~Alison Hansen, Travis Moss, Brittany Lundell
“Detective Austin Johnson is such an amazing addition to the Springville Junior High School team. He is here whenever we need him! Austin is funny, knowledgeable, friendly, helpful, and proactive. He interacts well with our students, and our faculty and staff love having him around. Austin is a positive bridge between the school and the community and our families. We are grateful for the chance we have to work with him!” ~Tiffanie Miley, Shauna Shepherd, Russ Sumens