St. Stephens High School's Step Team performed what may be their final halftime show after nearly nine years, as the team's former Assistant Principal, Chris Johnson, considered the future of the program due to his retirement and the impending graduation of several senior team members.

By the Numbers
  • Team formed in 2015 by former Assistant Principal Chris Johnson.
  • The modern version of step developed in the early 20th Century on the campuses of historically black colleges and universities.
State of Play
  • The team was started in 2015 to provide students with another creative outlet and avenue for freedom of expression.
  • With the retirement of the former Assistant Principal Chris Johnson and many seniors graduating, the future of the program is uncertain.
What's Next

The future of the Step Team is uncertain, dependent on finding new leadership or supervision to continue the program beyond the current year.

Bottom Line

The future of the St. Stephens Step Team is in question as the retirement of its founder and the graduation of senior members may bring an end to the program, pending new leadership.