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Students at Northridge Academy, Flint, learn to swim
December 20
Students at Northridge Academy are jumping in feet first - to swimming lessons, that is. See this special report on why the school's leader, Dr. Nat Burtley, and his staff felt it was important.
The man behind Leona Group
July 21
Getting to know Dr. Coats, Leona Group more>>
Leona students with the write stuff
April 17
The rest of the story... more>>
Meet Duron Bentley
December 9
Consortium College Preparatory High School Class of 2007 more>>
Leona takes a Walk on the Wild Side
November 8
More than 225 Leona participants joined tens of thousands for the Multiple more>>
The Leona Group congratulates its charter school campuses on their many successes.
December 1
Your commitment to educating the whole child is positively impacting the lives of thousands of urban families in Arizona, Florida, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio. more>>
Meet Xochitl Calix
December 1
Xochitl Calix attended 10 different schools before starting at César Chávez Academy as a sophomore. more>>
A testament to a quality education
December 1
Anaid Jordan is a former Alta Vista High student and now a member of the Alta Vista High School staff. more>>
Community outreach
December 1
Leona Group charter schools often become pillars in their communities, providing services, events and collaboration that unite and bring life to their neighborhoods more>>
Fifth Grade Promotion Ceremony
May 19
Promotion Ceremony more>>
Four steps for selecting a school that is right for your child
March 15
Start your search for the best school by thinking about what you want a school to do for your child. Perhaps your child has special language or education needs... more>>
West Phoenix High School student earns prestigious scholarship
March 15
While in our nation’s capital, Jose Garcia will be a guest of the United States Senate and have the distinct honor of meeting the President of the United States... more>>
West Phoenix students move on to state competion
March 14
Three of five students who competed in the National History Day Competition at Yavapai College will move on to the Arizona State Competition on April 30 in Fountain Hills... more>>
Eagle teacher surprised with award
January 26
Eagle Academy teacher Melissa Miller was the winner of “101.5 The River’s Teacher of the Month” more>>
Leona schools are making the grade in Detroit
January 26
Several Leona Group charter schools are being recognized for excellence and will receive grants of up to $50,000 per school from the Skillman Foundation. more>>
A tribute to Miss Rose
October 18
Francis Reh Academy and The Leona Group bid a fond farewell to long-time employee Rose Schliska at her retirement party more>>
Opening the door to virtual learning
October 18
All a student needs is a computer with an Internet connection to take advantage of this virtual learning opportunity... more>>
Ten years of dedication
October 18
Congratulations to the following Leona Group team members who will celebrate 10 years with Leona this school year (Jul. 1, 2010 - Jun. 30, 2011). Thank you for your commitment to the children and families we serve! more>>
Wildwood receives highest state rating
October 13
Congratulations to Elizabeth Lewin, school leader, and the staff and students of Wildwood - Excellent, indeed! more>>
Waiting for Superman? See the movie this weekend, for free!
October 6
Indicate your support for education reform efforts and MAPSA will send you a FREE TICKET coupon to see more>>
School year kicks off with state-wide professional development
September 13
Every Leona Group school is committed to creating educational opportunities that reach beyond the traditional, providing unique possibilities to all students - regardless of the obstacles they face along the way. Part of this commitment involves... more>>
Easing the transition
September 8
We're looking forward to welcoming your student to one of our excellent charter school! Our small-school environment will help to ease the transition. Here are 10 more tips for adjusting to a new school... more>>
Charter School of Excellence seeks room to grow
September 8
"Parents have requested the additional grades. "They want their children to stay in the same school for K to 8," Malatesa said, adding that the middle school of 132 students would be on the current campus." more>>
Leona expands bussing to Toledo-area schools
September 1
The seven Leona Group community schools throughout Toledo are pooling resources to support city-wide yellow-bus service. All students in elementary, middle and high school and who attend a Leona Group school are eligible for transportation services. more>>
You won't find us on this list
September 1
The Michigan Department of Education recently released its list of the state's 92 lowest-performing public schools. Of those, more than 40 were public schools in Detroit, but you won't find a Leona Group school on the list. more>>
Cesar Chavez Academy first multi-campus charter district in MI to earn NCA mark
September 1
The AdvancED Accreditation Commission and Board of Trustees will formally recommend César Chávez Academy for District Accreditation at their June meeting. The accreditation will be for all of the academy's campuses in Southwest Detroit, making it the firs more>>
Leona Group graduating seniors honored with Spirit of Leona Award
June 15
Each year, it is my greatest pleasure to meet the young people who have made Leona schools their educational choice and to congratulate The Spirit of Leona award honorees. Despite their individual challenges, these students have set an example for us all. more>>
Graduation 2010
June 15
The third graduating class of Traverse City College Preparatory Academy turned their tassels at the school's commencement ceremony on June 9, 5:30 p.m. in the school commons. Congratulations seniors! more>>
Crestview captures second consecutive state title
May 28
Crestview College Preparatory High School scored with two minutes left to carry the team to victory. 3-2. Pedro Payan scored a bag of three goals, including the game winner with two minutes to play. When the final whistle blew, more>>
10 years of service
February 9
Congratulations to these Leona Group team members celebration 10 years with us in 2009-10! more>>
Thank you charter school boards!
February 9
Vision is the art of seeing the invisible. ~Jonathan Swift more>>
Cesar Chavez Academy
October 27
Cuts the ribbon on new campus more>>
All work and all play
October 27
What do you get when you add a bunch of really creative kids, a committed school leader and staff, over 200... more>>
Achieving my dream
October 27
Ever since I became a student at the Academy for Business & Technology I have been inspired and encouraged by my teachers and peers to become a leader. more>>
An amazing experience
October 27
Wildwood Environmental Academy grade 3 teacher Laura Schetter brought some extra special things to school with her this year - new ideas for science inquiry, new methods for exploration, first-hand experiences in conservationism and her enduring passion.. more>>
Library opens at Gilbert
October 7
Gilbert Arts Academy in Gilbert, AZ, recently held an opening ceremony for the school's new library on Oct. 6. The library was made possible thanks to the commitment of parent and reading enthusiast Michael Zenner, whose daughter attends the school. more>>
Spirit of Leona 2009
July 7
25 graduating seniors honored more>>
Who is Leona?
June 23
Leona grew up in a small Ohio town... more>>
Saginaw Prep named Top Five Title I School
March 23
MDE recoginizes Saginaw Prep for signifcant academic growth more>>
We have liftoff!
March 9
Leona launches; winner announced more>>
Allen school leader named state''s Top Administrator
November 5
Tim Green, Allen Academy school leader, received the honors for the coveted Administrator of the Year Award. more>>
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