LEAD Academy Panthers Score Big on the Court
The Boys and Girls Lead Academy High School Basketball teams are celebrating after outstanding performances in the District 7-A Tournament. The LAHS Boys Basketball team are the District 7-A Champions for the third consecutive year. The Panthers beat Merrol Hyde Magnet
LEAD Statement Regarding PPP Funding and Tennessee Charter Schools
When the COVID-19 pandemic began, LEAD Public Schools and many other charter schools in Tennessee and across the country applied for and were granted Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds. When the regulations related to accepting the funds changed, LEAD decided
The LEAD Report 2020: Creating Beauty in the Midst of Chaos
The 2020 school year ended like no other with schools across the world closed and students learning virtually because of the COVID-19 pandemic. But LEAD’s mission to prepare all of our students with the knowledge and skills to succeed in
LEAD Public Schools Announce Reopening Schedule
Metro Nashville Public Schools announced on February 1 that students in MNPS schools will begin returning to classrooms over the next few weeks. At LEAD, we have decided to follow a slightly different schedule than MNPS and seek to explain
Leadership Changes Come to LEAD Southeast High School
There are changes coming to LEAD Southeast High School. Amy Kate Wilkins, principal of LEAD Southeast High School, will be moving to Stamford, Connecticut this summer. Amy Kate will continue to serve in the principal role committed to the students, families
MNPS Renews LEAD Cameron Charter for Ten More Years
LEAD Public Schools is excited to share that the Metro Nashville Public School Board voted to renew the charter for Cameron Middle School for ten more years. Principal Kate Ring and the staff at Cameron are examples of the dedicated work
Two LEAD Academy Students Accepted to Vanderbilt University
For Miriam Michel and DeAnthony Dixon one simple log-in to the Vanderbilt University application system equalled a life-changing moment. Both LEAD Academy seniors were admitted to Vanderbilt in the early decision round of applications, the first time in LEAD Academy
LEAD Southeast High School Celebrates First Graduating Class
LEAD Southeast High School graduates its first senior class in May 2021. The 54 seniors impress for a variety of reasons - from their diverse backgrounds to their commitment to their education. Aisha Sajo is one of the many of the
LEAD Public Schools 2021-2022 Teacher Applications Now Open
LEAD Public Schools seeks passionate teachers who want to grow and make a difference with Nashville students. Applications for the 2021-2022 school year are now open. At LEAD, everyone embraces the mission. We come to work each day motivated by our
LEAD Academy High School Nominated for 2020 Charter School of the Year
Students attending LEAD Academy High School learn about possibilities. They may select from seven Advanced Placement (AP) options, more than 10 different clubs and after-school activities and five sports. Throughout their four years of school, they attend college seminar and