VALDOSTA — Lowndes High School senior Kendall Johnson has officially signed to attend the Georgia Institute of Technology and compete on the Yellow Jackets’ track and field team. The signing day ceremony took place on Monday, Nov. 18, at the Lowndes High School Performing Arts Center.

“I’m so excited to be joining the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets,” said Johnson. “It’s a dream come true to be able to continue my academic and athletic career at such a prestigious institution.”

A standout athlete, Johnson recently captured the Georgia High School Association Class 7A  800-meter run title with a time of 2:12.58, breaking her own school record for the fourth time. She has consistently dominated in the 800-meter run since middle school.

Throughout the 2024 track season, Johnson remained undefeated, claiming first place in every competition. She was also a key member of the Lowndes High School track and field team that won the state championship in 2022. 

Johnson’s impressive athletic achievements were recognized with All-State honors in the 800m, 4x800m relay, and 4x400m relay. She was also honored with the Most Valuable Vikette Award and the Academic Award for maintaining a 4.0 GPA.

At Georgia Tech, she plans to major in civil engineering.

Johnson’s signing day ceremony was attended by her family, friends, coaches, teammates and high school friends. She is expected to begin her collegiate career at Georgia Tech in the fall of 2025.