LEAD Academy is a charter school, serving grades K-6, whose founders are passionate about transforming the K-12 educational system in Montgomery, Alabama. These founders hope to combine their experience in the fields of education and business with the best research-based techniques for imparting knowledge to offer a new and innovative charter school program. These "best practices" will include but will not be limited to the following: exposing all students to individualized, data-driven instruction, cooperative and project-based learning, higher-level critical thinking and problem-solving, thematic instruction, and scaffolding instructional practices to positively impact student learning through continuous improvement. LEAD Academy will serve as a STREAMS-focused school focusing on Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Mathematics, and Social and Emotional Learning.
The name LEAD stands for Lead, Engage, Achieve, and Develop. This acronym has been thoughtfully selected by the founders as they want to build strong leaders by engaging students, focusing on sustainable achievement, and developing the whole child. Founders of LEAD aim to provide an academically rigorous college and career preparatory program for all students regardless of race, gender, ethnic origin, national background, or socioeconomic level. LEAD Academy anticipates serving a diverse population of students, with approximately 55% of the population eligible for free and reduced lunches, and more than 82% minority.
Mission:
The mission of LEAD Academy is to provide innovative programs designed to spark curiosity, maximize learning potential, and continuously improve student achievement by empowering them with 21st-Century skills.
Vision:
The vision of LEAD Academy is to build leaders by engaging students in an innovative educational program focusing on high achievement and developing the whole child into knowledgeable, productive, and well-rounded citizens.
Objectives:
The overall Objectives of LEAD Academy are closing achievement gaps, increasing graduation rates, teaching STEM education, providing social and emotional support, increasing students’ achievement, and increasing post-secondary and career readiness.
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