The 2015-2016 Annual Report is now available online (please see attached). Please continue reading for the welcome message from CEO Chris Reynolds and Dwayne Tucker, the chairman of LEAD’s Board of Directors. Greetings from LEAD Public Schools, As we begin …
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 …
Dear Friends, 2014 was an exceptional year for LEAD Public Schools, and in this annual report you will find some of the highlights that tell the story of our pioneering success in managing a charter school network in Nashville, Tennessee. …
BA in Political Theory from University of California San Diego | MS in TESOL Linguistics from Long Island University Brooklyn | EdD in Strategic Management and Organizational Change from Lipscomb | 11 years in education
I believe in the turnaround model as the surest path to spreading educational equity to all students.
I volunteered for LEAD during its first year and believed in their vision and passion. [Founder Jeremy Kane]’s passion to make a better opportunity and life for every student was contagious.
BS in Psychology from Tennessee State University | MS in Human Resources Management from Argosy University | 18 years in education
The mission of LEAD is what attracted me to our organization and is aligned with my personal belief that all students are entitled to a quality education.
BA in Political Science and Peace, Gender, and Diversity Studies from Xavier University | 7 years in education
As a native Nashvillian, I am proud that LEAD is committed to all of Nashville’s neighborhoods in its aim to provide a quality educational experience for its students and families.
BS in Public Relations and Business Management from Bradley University | MA in Education from Marquette University | 24 years in education
I chose LEAD because of the passionate and talented adults committed to serving students in all neighborhoods across Nashville.
BA in Biology and Religious Studies from the University of Virginia | MA Educational Leadership from Lipscomb University | 9 years in education
I was drawn to LEAD because of the organization’s willingness to partner with MNPS, the State, families, community members, staff and students to best support students all across the city of Nashville. That partnership and collaboration is also why I stay at LEAD and believe in our mission and work!
BA in Journalism from Northeastern University | MA in Teaching from Belmont University | EdD in Strategic Management and Organizational Change from Lipscomb University | 9 years in education
Leading and collaborating with an amazing team of teachers and students as we continuously push toward academic excellence
BA in Biology | MA in Supervision and Administration from Tennessee State University | 24 years in education
BA in English from Wofford College | MA in Educational Leadership from Columbia University | 8 years in education
I LEAD because of the students and their families that entrust us with the future each and every day. They deserve our LEADership and the best we have to give, in pursuit of educational equity.
BA in Business Administration from Kent State University | MA in Special Education from University of Phoenix | 16 years in education
I LEAD because we have the opportunity to provide students with high academic expectations and the mindset that they are capable of exceeding those expectations.
BA in Communications and Journalism from Susquehanna University | MA in Educational Leadership from College of Saint Elizabeth | 17 years in education
I believe in our kids, families and Ethos. When we are modeling our Ethos, we are demonstrating our moral code and emotional intelligence. These things are essential in the world we live in today.
BS in Economics and Theatre from Vanderbilt University | MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University | MA in Educational Leadership from Broad Residency in Urban Education | 7 years in education
BS in Economics/Business and Religion from Kalamazoo College | MA in K-12 Educational Administration from Michigan State University | 15 years in education
LEAD is committed to providing all students with the opportunity to succeed in college and life. This is why I am part of our organization.
BA in English from Vanderbilt University | MEd in English Education from Belmont University | 25 years in education
I joined LEAD because of my unwavering belief that good schools should never be off limits to any children, regardless of race or socio/economic status.
Equality in education should not be about what part of town you live in. All children, regardless of where they live or their socio-economic status, should have the opportunity to receive a high-quality education. I believe we provide that in service to our students and families.