Learner Spotlights
Learner Spotlight: Kennedy Gravitt
Kennedy Gravitt meets every challenge head-on with an optimistic attitude, making her a great example of this month’s SLO: Optimism. This hopeful and confident iLEAD Exploration third grader has been…
Learner Spotlight: Ivan Baney
iLEAD Exploration learner Ivan Baney is an ideal candidate to demonstrate self-control, this month’s SLO. He keeps a daily calendar to stay on track with goals and responsibilities. He chooses…
High School Spotlight: Hayden Crawford
Hayden joined iLEAD Exploration in 2019 and exemplifies the definition of true grit! In order to pursue his acting career, he chose the independent study path which fits his lifestyle…
Learner Spotlight: Ivy Roth
iLEAD Exploration learner Ivy Roth is a stellar example of self-control. It takes a good bit of self-mastery to manage all her hobbies, interests, and activities, all the while excelling…
Learner Spotlight: Rasha Willes Samaha
This week’s spolighted learner is Rasha Willes Samaha, an iLEAD Exploration high school freshman and a professional dancer. Calm, poised, and polite, she maintains a positive attitude and always wears…
Learner Spotlight: Zachary Kennison
Boredom is never a word you would associate with iLEAD Exploration learner, Zachary Kennison, as he is constantly busy using his creativity. It takes a lot of this month’s student…
Learner Spotlight: Christopher Hernandez
Christopher Hernandez is an 8th grader who is in his second year of independent studying with iLEAD Exploration. Christopher is bilingual and speaks Spanish and English. The opportunity to be…
Learner Spotlight- Savannah Fox
Savannah was interested in art at a very young age. She loved to sketch or paint whenever she had the opportunity. The choice to independent study mainly came from the opportunities it…
Learner Spotlight: Leo Krupp
This month’s focus on “Grit” is a perfect way to highlight iLEAD Exploration learner Leo Krupp, because no matter how challenging, frustrating, or difficult something might be for him, he…
Learner Spotlight: Daija Hooker
Daija Hooker is a passionate, courageous iLEAD Exploration 10th grader who always has a positive outlook on life. She sets her goals and works hard to follow through even when…
Learner Spotlight: Cabrales-Goldstein Family
Grit is described as “courage, resolve, and strength of character,” and we can’t think of a family that exhibits these qualities better than the Cabrales-Goldstein kids. Meet third grader Golan,…
Learner Spotlight: William Wisneskey
William Wisneskey is a 16-year-old senior at iLEAD Exploration. His family relocated from New Orleans, Louisiana, to support William in his training in classical ballet. William is on a full…
Learner Spotlight: Everett Stanchfield
iLEAD Exploration learner Everett Stanchfield is a kindergartener whose exuberance and enthusiasm can be seen and felt as soon as you meet him. Full of life and energy, Everett is…
Learner Spotlight: Joshua Bird
independent studying was not the plan for iLEAD Exploration 9th grader Josh Bird, but by the end of 7th grade it was clear to his mom, Mary, that he was…
Learner Spotlight: Aunchalee Olguin
Since becoming a independent studyer with iLEAD Exploration in 2017, 8th grader Aunchalee Olguin has blossomed into a happy learner who lives a life filled with zest and wonder. She…
Learner Spotlight: Mary Miller
Mary Miller is a senior in high school, and she has been enrolled with iLEAD since 10th grade. She is very involved in her community, and she just might have a future…
Learner Spotlight: Shayna Hewitt
iLEAD Exploration 8th grade learner Shayna Hewitt has the perfect motto to bring gratitude front and center in her life: “Not every day is a good day, but there’s good…
Learner Spotlight: Montalvo Family
The Montalvo learners count their blessings on both hands. First and foremost, 12th grader Andrea is thankful for her family. She describes her family as “always being there for each…
Learner Spotlight: Duran Family
Gratitude is a crucial aspect of every learner’s educational environment. When the Duran family made the switch from their neighborhood school to independent studying, they found out just how much…
Learner Spotlight: Camila Aguirre
Camila Aguirre is a 5th grade learner who is in her second year of independent studying with iLEAD Exploration. Camila is multilingual and speaks three languages. She is fluent in…
Learner Spotlight: Ruotolo Family
The accomplished and active Ruotolo family keep themselves busy in all areas of their lives. Twins Tye and Kade are eleventh graders at iLEAD Exploration, while younger sister, Nya, is…
Learner Spotlight: Camilo Whitfield
Camilo Whitfield attended a charter school until fifth grade; however, brick and mortar was not a good fit, so independent studying was his best option. From an early age, Camilo…
Learner Spotlight: Judah Barr
iLEAD Exploration learner Judah Barr has a favorite quote: “Fight the fine fight” and to him it exemplifies how we should approach struggle in our lives. When faced with difficulties,…
Learner Spotlight: Milena & Miya de Vera
The de Vera sisters provide each other with genuine encouragement and consistently support one another as each strives to do her best. Milena (12th) and Miya (9th) de Vera are…