LEAD Academy Wins Debate Awards
Three student representatives of the LEAD Academy Debate Team took home Top Speaker awards at this past Saturday's Nashville Debate League Tournament at Hillwood High School. Dan Johnson, Brandon Oglesby-Swett and Joel Hodges competed, and all three won Top Speaker Awards.
LEAD Academy Celebrates 100 Percent College Acceptance for the Third Year in a Row
The LEAD Academy High School Class of 2016 is the third straight class to earn 100 percent college acceptance, LEAD Public Schools officially announced Thursday morning at the annual College Breakfast. “Our students know that LEAD seniors who have come before
LEAD Releases 2015 Annual Report
The 2015 Annual Report for LEAD Public Schools is now online. From CEO Chris Reynolds: "Our work to ensure every student has access to an education that prepares them for college and life has never been more essential and we thank
An Inside Look at Student-Led Conferences
The student looked down at his folder, back up at the adult seated next to him and pondered the question at hand a bit more. “What is my favorite subject in school?” he asked, a wry smile foreshadowing his excitement. “I
Reminder: LEAD Follows MNPS Schedule for Inclement Weather Days
This news posting serves as a reminder that LEAD Public Schools follows the Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) calendar if and when there is a school closing due to inclement weather. To read more about the process and where to
MNPS Selection Day Results Now Online
As we announced on our facebook and twitter feeds, today is Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools' Selection Day for the Optional Schools application process. For complete information about what this means for our families and students, please visit this link.
Two LEAD Academy Art Students Garner Scholastic Art Competition Recognition
Two LEAD Academy High School students were recently recognized for their outstanding artwork by the Cheekwood Museum of Art via the Scholastic Art Competition, in its 25th year. Junior Jeannette Irakunda placed in the competition with a Silver Award and will be
Brick Church Hosts First “Career Day”
Brick Church hosted its first-ever “Career Day” on Friday morning so that students would be able to connect real-life lessons from the classroom to real-world lessons from adults in the field. The following professions were represented: dance, law, hospitality, healthcare, government,
LEAD High Students Volunteer for local Angel Tree Program
Sixteen LEAD Academy High School seniors volunteered -- and modeled the "I LEAD because I serve others" Ethos -- this week through their work on the Salvation Army's "Angel Tree Project," a program for families who need assistance providing gifts and
Thank you for your #GivingTuesday support
Beginning on Tuesday, Dec. 1, LEAD Public Schools embarked on a #GivingTuesday campaign, a global day for giving back and celebrating generosity. LEAD was founded in 2007 with the mission to help Nashville students realize their potential and find success in college and beyond.