LEAD Public Schools to Open New Elementary School in August 2025
Today, the Tennessee Public Charter School Commission voted to approve the opening of LEAD Southeast Elementary, a K-5 school that will open in Southeast Nashville in Fall 2025.
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.
LEAD Public Schools Selects New Nutrition Services Vendor
In order to better serve our families, LEAD Public Schools will be changing our nutrition services vendor this school year to Taher. Taher will begin serving breakfast and lunch at LEAD Neely’s Bend on Monday, Oct. 14. LEAD Academy/Cameron and LEAD
Empowering Students Through Innovation: Dayani Boatman’s Library Initiative at LEAD Neely’s Bend
Dayani Boatman may be new to LEAD Neely's Bend, having joined as the media specialist in Spring 2024, but she's already making an impact with her innovative approach to student literacy and resource accessibility. As the school's media specialist, Boatman oversees
Why Parents Choose LEAD Southeast Middle School
When it comes to selecting the right middle school for their children, parents in Southeast Nashville and Antioch are increasingly turning to LEAD Southeast. LEAD Southeast Middle is an innovative public charter school with a unique approach, combining rigorous academics with
LEAD Cameron Teacher Recognizes Power of Newcomer Academy, Reflects on His Own Journey to United States
Bryan Aguilar started as a substitute teacher at LEAD Cameron over three years ago, but his journey to becoming an educator began when he was only nine years old. He was born and raised in El Salvador, in an area that
LEAD Exchange Holds First Market of the School Year to Meet the Needs of Families
The end of August marked the new school year’s first LEAD Exchange shopping day for families at LEAD Neely’s Bend. The LEAD Exchange is an attendance initiative designed to support families with access to necessities and encourage students to attend
From Tears to Triumphs: A New Master Teacher Reflects on Her Journey
Kennedy Maestri was just named a new Master Teacher this school year, and she could not have predicted this would be her path back in 2019 when she stepped into her first classroom role in rural Mississippi.
From Teacher to Principal: Dominique Smith’s Journey at LEAD
At LEAD Public Schools, we believe our power is in our people, which is why each and every teacher is provided with a coach to guide their career development and support their growth as an educator and professional. Principal Dominique
Get to Know Our New Hires at LEAD Public Schools
LEAD Public Schools is excited to welcome several talented new educators and staff members to our team for the 2024-25 school year.