I work at Leadership Prep because our work is more than just a job; it’s a commitment. We are revolutionizing the face of public education, proving that it is possible for every child to achieve incredible academic success.

Sultana Noormuhammad

Principal

Leadership Prep Bedford Stuyvesant Elementary Academy

We teach so our kids learn more and have fun doing it. By working hard and sweating the details, they won’t just get to college; they’ll thrive there.

David McBride

Principal

Rochester Prep Middle School – Brooks Campus

We believe this work is the most important and rewarding work that we can do. Our vision is Uncommon Schools will help redefine what families and students can expect from an urban public school.

Laura Lee McGovern

Chief Operating Officer

Uncommon New York City (5-12)

Rarely are students provided access to schools designed specifically to meet their individual academic needs. That is what we do.

Julie Kennedy

Associate Managing Director

Uncommon New York City

We are focused on the skills and values that will lead our students to success in college. Brownsville Collegiate is a school that students look forward to attending because they work hard and have fun.

Jessica Simmons

Principal

Brownsville Collegiate

People Development

At Uncommon Schools, we believe in providing our staff with leadership positions and opportunities to grow their careers in education, and we provide professional development at all levels of the organization.

Master Teacher Retreat: held annually and brings together teachers from across our six networks who are taking on additional leadership responsibilities, such as grade leader, department head, or dean.
Leadership Retreat: held annually in February and brings together school and network leaders and Home Office Directors for professional development.
Operations Institute: held annually brings together school operations leaders for professional development.
Quarterly Home Office Professional Development: professional development targeted to the needs of the Home Office staff.

People Development

At Uncommon Schools, we believe in providing our staff with leadership positions and opportunities to grow their careers in education, and we provide professional development at all levels of the organization.

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