LEAD Neely’s Bend Exits ASD, Joins State’s Charter Commission After Academic Gains
Today, it was announced that LEAD Neely’s Bend will exit the state-run Achievement School District (ASD) to join the Tennessee Public Charter School Commission. LEAD Neely’s Bend is the first school in Nashville to exit the ASD based on improved
LEAD Cameron Teacher Creates Meaningful Relationships Between Students Through Mentorship
Mentorship is a mutually beneficial relationship – and Ashley Ridley, a teacher at LEAD Cameron, is making sure her students see that. “Students need to feel comfortable,” said Ridley. “A lot of times, students may listen to a peer versus an
My LEAD Story: Dominique Torres, Principal
At LEAD Public Schools, we believe our power is in our people. We are committed to providing a supportive environment so all of our employees have the opportunity to grow and accomplish their career goals. Meet Dominique Torres, principal at LEAD
We’re Hiring! Be a LEADer in 2023-2024
At LEAD Public Schools, we know that high-performing teachers lead to high-performing students. As we seek to help students who often enter our school years behind their peers, we seek passionate teachers who want to grow themselves while making a
My LEAD Story: Shaun Davis, English Teacher
At LEAD Public Schools, we believe our power is in our people. We are committed to providing a supportive environment so all of our employees have the opportunity to grow and accomplish their career goals. Meet Shaun Davis, an English teacher
#LEADStaffSpotlight: Brian King, LEAD Neely’s Bend
After spending more than a decade teaching overseas, Brian King brings a unique perspective to his 6th grade math class at LEAD Neely’s Bend. “When you live everyday interacting and participating in other cultures, it builds your empathy, understanding, and appreciation
#LEADStudentSpotlight: Victavia Walls, LEAD Academy
“Form relationships with your teachers and get to know your classmates. Don’t be afraid to speak out in class, ask questions, and share your opinions during class discussions.” That is the advice Victavia Walls, a senior at LEAD Academy, has for
LEAD Academy Students with Disabilities Get Real-World Work Experience By Serving Others
This semester, juniors and seniors in LEAD Academy’s Alternate Instructional Model (AIM) program are learning job skills right in their own school building by operating the Panther Grind, a morning coffee cart for students and staff. "I love that Panther
Inside LEAD Cameron’s Newcomer Academy
In 2014, school leaders realized that the large influx of immigrants and refugees to Nashville and LEAD Cameron was something that needed a tailored approach. Students need several hours of intense English Language Learner (ELL) classes every day in order
#LEADStaffSpotlight: Ashley Davis, LEAD Southeast High
Ashley Davis is an educator who is committed to reaching her students. Growing up, Davis struggled to make connections with the material she was learning in school. Now, as a 9th grade ELA teacher at LEAD Southeast High, she is