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
LEAD Salutes Our Veterans and Active Military
In honor of Veterans Day, LEAD celebrates the brave LEAD alumni and staff who have served and currently serve our country in the United States military. PFC Dalila Martinez graduated from LEAD Academy in 2019. After graduation, she enlisted in the
Election Learning at LEAD Public Schools
From the Classroom to the Ballot Box, with Polls and Policy Discussions in Between During an election year, “teachable moments” can lead to civic engagement and greater understanding of how students can be part of and help shape the news. For teachers
U.S. Department of Education Awards LEAD Public Schools $5.1 Million Grant for Innovative Teacher Compensation Program
LEAD Public Schools, Nashville’s largest local charter network, is one of only 13 school districts across the country, and the only district in Tennessee, to be awarded a Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program grant by the U.S. Department of
LEAD Public Schools Increases Graduation Rate to 93%
LEAD Public Schools, Nashville’s largest local charter network, is proud to announce an increase in its flagship high school’s graduation rate year over year - with particularly strong numbers among traditionally underserved students. LEAD Academy High School increased its graduation rate
LEAD Schools will begin staggered in-person learning Oct. 27
On Sunday, September 13, Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) announced via their website and social media pages a proposed schedule for returning to the classroom starting after Fall Break. This proposal will begin with the youngest learners and will progress
Lead Southeast High School Sets Attendance Record
This week, LEAD Southeast High School students had record breaking attendance for the new school year with 99.4% of students being marked present and attending class for the day Tuesday. “This is a huge win for our school. We are so