How LEAD Southeast Middle Is Using Data to Reinforce Their Mission Year Round
At LEAD Southeast Middle School, every minute matters. Leading up to Fall Break, all of their teachers, instructional managers, and assistant principals dove into interim assessment data to make mid-semester adjustments to improve student outcomes. LEAD Public Schools performs interim
LEAD Public Schools Honors Hispanic Heritage Month
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15), schools across the LEAD Public Schools network celebrated the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans through special events and activities. By focusing on the history, culture, and achievement of Hispanic Americans,
Hispanic Heritage Month Q&A with Jennifer Salamanca
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at LEAD Public Schools means honoring the culture and heritage of many of our students and staff. Every year from September 15 to October 15, we recognize the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans through lessons, activities,
LEAD Cameron Teacher Selected for State Art Educator Award
Carlton Adkins, an arts teacher at LEAD Cameron Middle School, was recently named the 2024 Middle School Art Teacher of the Year by the Tennessee Art Education Association (TAEA). The statewide award recognizes outstanding teachers who exemplify what it means
LEAD School Spotlight: LEAD Brick Church
In North Nashville’s Whites Creek neighborhood, the Brick Church school building has been a staple for generations. In 2012, Brick Church became part of the LEAD network through a partnership with the state, and the school has risen to a
#LEADStaffSpotlight: Regina Schumacher, LEAD Network Support Team
With almost a decade at LEAD Public Schools under her belt, Regina Schumacher is a true embodiment of the commitment tenet of our Ethos. “My relationships with my colleagues, my students, and students’ families keep me coming back year after year,”
LEAD Southeast Middle Sees Rapid Teacher Growth Through Live Coaching
At LEAD, we are committed to creating an environment where our teachers can continuously develop and strengthen their instructional skills. By using a method called “live coaching,” our schools support the development of teachers by providing feedback–in real time. “Live coaching
LEAD School Spotlight: LEAD Academy
In the heart of North Nashville, LEAD Academy stands as a beacon of educational excellence, fostering a unique environment where high expectations meet unwavering support for both students and staff. With a rich history and a commitment to preparing LEADers
LEAD Public Schools Continues Strong Academic Growth in 2022-23 School Year
Following a year of significant academic growth in 2021-22, LEAD Public Schools is continuing momentum with all six of its schools meeting or exceeding growth standards outlined by the Tennessee Value-Added Assessment System (TVAAS) for the 2022-23 school year. “With the