While at Rockford High School, Cailie was a four year varsity volleyball player, two year team captain and won four Class A District Championships. She also earned All-Academic Team Honors each year of her high school career. During Cailie's senior year she was named All-State, All-Conference and won the Regional Title. In addition to her volleyball awards and career, Cailie was a member of the National Honor Society, Class President her junior and senior years and Mayor of the Student Council. She played club volleyball at Michigan Volleyball Academy

Cailie attends United Methodist Church of Rockford. Her parents are Chuck and Sheryl Johnson and she has three younger siblings, a brother Ivy (18) and sisters Madye (15) and Mavis (11). She chose Cornerstone University because of the Christ-centered campus, great community of students and faculty and the numerous and awesome opportunities available. She's continuing her studies in Marketing. In her free time, Cailie enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with her friends and family.