REESE ROAD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

Reese Road Leadership Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Muscogee County school district, located in Columbus, GA with about 499 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, Reese Road Leadership Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Reese Road Leadership Academy, located in Columbus, Georgia, is a specialized elementary school within the Muscogee County School District. As its name suggests, the institution differentiates itself through a focused commitment to leadership development. By integrating the "Leader in Me" framework—based largely on Stephen Covey’s *7 Habits of Highly Effective People*—the school aims to go beyond traditional academics to foster essential life skills, personal responsibility, and character building in its student body.

The school serves as a nurturing environment where the educational curriculum is designed to empower students to take ownership of their learning and growth. By emphasizing goal setting, proactive communication, and teamwork, Reese Road Leadership Academy seeks to prepare its students not only for middle school success but also for long-term contributions to their community. Through a combination of academic rigor and leadership training, the school promotes a culture of excellence and self-advocacy for every child who walks through its doors.

For more information, contact Reese Road Leadership Academy at (706) 569-3684 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.