A Message from our Executive School Director

Greetings CDA Family and Friends,

Welcome to Charleston Development Academy Public Charter School, where excellence is our standard and success is our expectation! As the proud Executive School Director of CDA, I am honored to lead a dedicated team of educators who are deeply committed to nurturing the academic, social, and emotional growth of every scholar who walks through our doors. 

At CDA, we believe in educating the whole child—challenging our students with rigorous instruction, fostering creativity through STEAM and Project Lead The Way, and cultivating strong character and leadership skills. Our goal is to prepare each scholar to be a confident, compassionate, and capable learner ready to thrive in an ever-changing world.

We are proud of our legacy of achievement, including our Excellent overall school rating, and we remain focused on continuous growth and innovation. Whether you are a returning family or joining us for the first time, we thank you for being part of our journey and for trusting us with your child’s education.

Together, we will continue to make CDA a place where students excel, families engage, and excellence lives every day.

Yours in education,
Dr. Shawn Johnson
Executive School Director