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KIPP DC - Lead Academy PCS

Open Since 2012 Grades 1-4
Grounded in the values of lead, learn, and love; KIPPsters at Lead Academy develop a love of learning and build the skills and mindsets necessary to set them up for success in middle school and beyond. Lead Academy fosters the whole child’s development, preparing them for a life filled with choice and opportunity. Upon completion of fourth grade, Lead Academy students move onto KIPP DC WILL Academy.

421 P Street NW

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Jessica Pertuz

Principal
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Susan Schaeffler

Executive Director
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Saumil Shah

Director of Operations
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Ashley Ogbonna

Title IX Coordinator
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Melissa Wade

McKinney-Vento Homeless Coordinator
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Dana Lourie

Special Education Manager
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Anthony Lewis

Board Chair
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Barry Caldwell

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School's Annual Reports

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Financial Information

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Five-Year Charter Review

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