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 …
LEAD Public Schools is proud to spotlight Kathryn Rice McKinzie, the principal of LEAD Brick Church Middle School. Ms. McKinzie took over as school principal this fall and has already hit the ground running. “I love working with the Brick …
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 …
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, …
This month, schools across the LEAD Public Schools network celebrated the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans through lessons, activities, and events. By focusing on the history, culture, and achievement of Hispanic Americans, LEAD Public Schools is not only developing …
Brandon Corlew is a LEAD staff member whose story comes full circle. While he currently serves as an exceptional education assistant at LEAD Brick Church, he began his journey with LEAD years ago as a student. Corlew attended LEAD Academy …
This school year LEAD Public Schools is proud to welcome Dominique Torres as principal at LEAD Neely’s Bend. Torres is the first Latina principal in the LEAD Public Schools network. As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we are thrilled to …
Researchers agree that having parents engaged and involved in their children’s schools and education can lead to higher achievement and overall success. At LEAD Southeast Middle School, the Family LEADership Team is recognizing their value and volunteering at the school. …
Today, the Tennessee Department of Education announced that LEAD Neely’s Bend has exited the priority list based on its academic performance during the 2021-22 school year. LEAD Neely’s Bend is the only state charter school in Nashville history to exit …
After returning to the classroom for the first full school year since the pandemic, LEAD Public Schools saw significant student growth with five out of six schools achieving the highest possible level of academic growth on the Tennessee Value-Added Assessment …