Mentoring Spotlight: New Teacher Assistance Program Builds Bridge Between Middle and High School
At LEAD Cameron, an innovative mentoring program is bridging the gap between middle and high school students—all under one roof. Thanks to their shared campus, LEAD Cameron Middle School and LEAD Academy High School have launched a groundbreaking teacher assistance
LEAD Neely’s Bend Granted 10-Year Renewal by Tennessee Public Charter School Commission
Today, the Tennessee Public Charter School Commission unanimously approved a new 10-year charter agreement for LEAD Neely’s Bend. “Today marks a monumental achievement for our school and the Madison community we serve,” said Dr. Ricki Gibbs, head of schools at LEAD
LEAD Public Schools 2023-24 Graduation Rates Exceed the State and Local District
LEAD Public Schools has demonstrated outstanding success in graduating high school seniors, posting a network-wide graduation rate of 92.7% for the 2023-24 school year. This accomplishment places LEAD Public Schools above both the Tennessee state average and significantly higher than
LEAD 2023-2024 Annual Report
The Lead Report Students Are Our Why This year’s report focuses on why we do this work: Our students. The success of our students drives us every day. We hope the dedication and commitment of our staff to our students, and the
Mentoring Spotlight: Big Brothers Big Sisters Program at LEAD Academy
January is National Mentoring Month – and LEAD Academy participates in a unique mentoring program for juniors and seniors called Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS). After students express an interest in the program and participate in an interview process with BBBS
LEAD Principal Jonathan Brocco Wins Administrator of the Year Award
LEAD Public Schools is proud to celebrate Jonathan Brocco, principal at LEAD Southeast Middle School, as the 2024 Tennessee Charter School Center’s Charter Champion: Administrator of the Year! Charter Champion awards are given to outstanding leaders throughout the state's charter
Three LEAD Schools Improve to B Rating for the 2023-24 School Year
Today, the state of Tennessee released the results of the A-F accountability system, and LEAD Public Schools is excited to announce that three of our schools moved from a C to a B for the 2023-24 school year! Based on academic
We are Hiring! Come Work Where You Matter for the 2025-26 School Year
We're hiring dynamic educators to join us at LEAD Public Schools! At the heart of our mission is a fundamental belief: exceptional teachers are the most transformative force in a student's educational journey. We're seeking passionate professionals who are committed
Generosity in Action: LEAD’s Holiday Gifting Tradition
At LEAD Public Schools, the holiday season becomes a powerful moment of community connection and compassion. Our staff transforms the spirit of giving into tangible support for students and their families by creating a heartfelt tradition of care and generosity. Each
Family Engagement at LEAD Cameron: The Family LEADership Team
Parent voice is crucial to the work we do at LEAD Public Schools, because the families we serve are central to our mission of preparing students for their futures. LEAD Cameron Middle School intentionally incorporates parent voice into everyday practice