Cedar Rapids Academy Taps New Executive Director

John Hollemon III to lead The Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success

Feb. 4, 2026 at 5:39pm

The Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success in Cedar Rapids, Iowa has named John Hollemon III as its next executive director. Hollemon will take over leadership of the academy, which focuses on providing educational and personal development programs for local students.

Why it matters

The Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success plays a crucial role in supporting academic achievement and personal growth for students in the Cedar Rapids community. Hollemon's appointment as the new executive director will be important in continuing the academy's mission and impact.

The details

John Hollemon III has been selected to serve as the next executive director of The Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success in Cedar Rapids. Hollemon will take over leadership of the organization, which provides educational and personal development programs aimed at helping local students succeed both academically and personally.

  • Hollemon will begin his new role as executive director in March 2026.

The players

John Hollemon III

The newly appointed executive director of The Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success in Cedar Rapids.

The Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success

A Cedar Rapids-based organization that provides educational and personal development programs for local students.

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The takeaway

Hollemon's appointment as the new executive director of The Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success represents a key leadership transition for the organization as it continues its important work supporting students in the Cedar Rapids community.