LEAD Public Schools

The back-to-school countdown is on, and we are excited to reunite our students, teachers, staff, and families for the first day of school on August 11! As the first day of school approaches, we’ve gathered everything you need to start the 2026-27 school year with confidence, and we encourage every family to review the information below to ensure a smooth transition back to school.

School Start Times

Start the school year off strong. Review your school’s arrival and dismissal times so your student shows up to school on time and prepared. 

• LEAD Neely’s Bend Middle School
  • Arrival: 7:30 a.m.
  • Dismissal: 3:05 p.m.
• LEAD Neely’s Bend High School
  • Arrival: 7:30 a.m.
  • Dismissal: 3:05 p.m.
• LEAD Cameron Middle School
  • Arrival: 7:30 a.m.
  • Dismissal: 3:10 p.m.
• LEAD Academy High School
  • Arrival: 7:30 a.m.
  • Dismissal: 3:10 p.m.
• LEAD Southeast Elementary School
  • Arrival: 8:00 a.m.
  • Dismissal: 3:15 p.m.
• LEAD Southeast Middle School
  • Arrival: 8:20 a.m.
  • Dismissal: 4:00 p.m.
• LEAD Southeast High School
  • Arrival: 6:55 a.m.
  • Dismissal: 2:30 p.m.

School Uniforms

All LEAD campuses have required school uniforms. See each school’s handbook below that details what is required for your student’s school uniform.

• LEAD Neely’s Bend Middle School
• LEAD Neely’s Bend High School
• LEAD Cameron Middle School
• LEAD Academy High School
• LEAD Southeast Elementary School
• LEAD Southeast Middle School
• LEAD Southeast High School

School Supply Lists

Many classroom materials are provided by our schools, but each campus also has a recommended supply list for families who are able to contribute additional items. See the suggested school supply list for each campus below. 

• LEAD Neely’s Bend Middle School
• LEAD Neely’s Bend High School
• LEAD Cameron Middle School
• LEAD Academy High School
• LEAD Southeast Elementary School
• LEAD Southeast Middle School
• LEAD Southeast High School

School Bus Information

This year, LEAD Public Schools is partnering with Zūm to provide student transportation services. With the Zūm Parent App, families can easily manage transportation, view bus route information, and track their student’s bus in real time. To get started, download the app at ridezum.com/getstarted, then watch the video for a helpful walkthrough.

If you’re having trouble getting logged on, please contact Zūm support:

• Email: support@ridezum.com
• Phone: 855-743-3986