learner spotlight
Learner Spotlight: Jaidynn Watson
iLEAD Exploration learner Jaidynn Watson always sees the bright side of a situation even if the initial outcome isn’t always favorable. She is open to new experiences because she believes…
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…
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: 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: The Hemsley Twins
Heather and Hope are eighth grade twins. They are uniquely gifted and share the same passion for music, theater, and serving others. Being independent studyed, they have been given more…
Learner Spotlight: Samantha Bangis
Not only is Samantha Bangis whip smart, she is also thoughtful, creative, and has a heart of gold! Samantha enjoys spending hours creating incredible LEGO feats. One of her favorite…