LEAD Public Schools to Open LEAD Neely’s Bend High School in Madison Community
Today, the Tennessee Public Charter School Commission (TPCSC) approved an amendment that allows LEAD Neely’s Bend Middle School to remove 5th grade and add high school grades 9-12. “Over the last decade, LEAD Neely’s Bend Middle has been on an exciting
LEAD 2024-2025 Annual Report
Kindergarten to Career: Leading every step of the way We are proud to share LEAD Public Schools’ Annual Report, Kindergarten to Career: LEADing Every Step of the Way, which highlights how students, families, educators, and supporters come together to build pathways
Four LEAD Southeast High Students Receive Full Ride Scholarships to Vanderbilt
Graduation may be months away, but the Class of 2026 at LEAD Southeast High School already has reason to celebrate. Four seniors have received a full scholarship to Vanderbilt University: Kelycia Covington-Brandon, Amanuel Gebeyaw, Sarahi Nabor-Lopez, and Giovanni Rios-Carerra. The students
When Kids Win, We All Win: LEAD Southeast Middle Hosts Educator Cohort for Site Visit
LEAD Southeast Middle School recently welcomed a cohort of educators from St. Louis who are traveling the country to learn from other schools. The Opportunity Trust, the non-profit behind the educator cohort, shares LEAD Public School’s vision to increase access
We are Hiring! Come Work Where You Matter for the 2026-27 School Year
We're hiring dynamic educators to join us at LEAD Public Schools! At the heart of our mission is a fundamental belief: exceptional teachers are the most transformative force in a student's educational journey. We're seeking passionate professionals who are committed
LEAD Academy Celebrates 90 Students with “Ready for College, Ready for Life” Awards
LEAD Academy proudly launched a new quarterly recognition program designed to inspire students to become their best future selves. This quarter, 90 outstanding students received the school's new "Ready for College, Ready for Life" awards, celebrating their dedication to academic
LEAD Southeast Named Reward School for the 2024-25 School Year
LEAD Public Schools is excited to announce that LEAD Southeast has been named a Reward School for the 2024-25 school year. This designation applies to both LEAD Southeast Middle and LEAD Southeast High. “This is an incredible accomplishment for our network,
Bringing Books to Students: LEAD Southeast Middle School’s Mobile Library
In an age where digital distractions compete constantly for students' attention, LEAD Southeast Middle School has found an innovative way to reignite the joy of reading: bringing the library directly to students through the BookMobile – a partnership with the
Student Spotlight: From Newcomer to Leader – Anthonela’s Inspiring Journey at LEAD Neely’s Bend
At LEAD Neely's Bend Middle School, every student has the opportunity to shine, and 8th grader Anthonela is a prime example. Her journey at LEAD Neely’s Bend began in the newcomer program, and now, in her final year of middle
Meet the FACEs of LEAD Public Schools
At LEAD Public Schools, we believe that strong partnerships between families and schools are the foundation of student success. That's why our family and community engagement coordinators—also known as our FACEs—serve as the vital bridge connecting our school community with