After spending 15 years in education, Nichole worked briefly in the technology industry recruiting talent for Amazon. She soon returned to education, most recently serving as Director of Talent Services at an education-focused talent agency where she supported organizations including: KIPP, TEACH, and Zearn. She earned a Bachelor of Science in English and Communications from James Madison University.
We are thrilled to welcome Nichole to the Purpose Built Schools family.
Purpose Built Schools Atlanta (PBSA) students continue to achieve significant net gains in academic performance across our pre-K through 12th grade pipeline, according to the SY24-25 Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Some noteworthy gains include:…
Purpose Built Schools Atlanta (PBSA) is excited to announce an expanded partnership with Odyssey, a transformational academic enrichment program dedicated to empowering students on their path to college and a fulfilling career.
At Purpose Built Schools Atlanta, we believe meaningful change doesn’t happen by accident, it happens on purpose. That’s why, as part of our new five-year strategic plan, we’re proud to also unveil a set of…
With the launch of our expanded Pathways with Purpose internship program, we’re opening doors to real-world experiences that ignite passions, build confidence, and turn aspirations into action.
Purpose Built Schools Atlanta (PBSA) is proud to announce the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors: Joshua Barber, Brittany Collins, and Shannon Judd.
Anaya-Sarai Jackson transferred to Carver STEAM Academy late in her junior year, but that didn’t stop her from making an unforgettable impact. Despite the challenges of adjusting to new coursework and requirements, Anaya worked closely…
We’re thrilled to announce Dr. Jason Patterson has been named Senior Director of Curriculum and Instruction at Purpose Built Schools Atlanta. In this role, Dr. Patterson will lead efforts to strengthen instructional coherence, deepen professional…
The Class of 2025 at Carver STEAM Academy collectively earned $14.8 million in scholarships to pursue their post-secondary dreams.
Malik Parris has made a lasting impression as a student leader, multi-instrumentalist, writer, author, and mental health advocate during his four years at Carver STEAM Academy.
Atlanta Public Schools partners with Purpose Built Schools Atlanta, a nonprofit organization with extensive expertise in turnaround education, to operate three traditional APS schools in south Atlanta: Slater Elementary School, Price Middle School, and Carver STEAM Academy.
Partner schools are not charter schools. We are traditional APS public schools. Every student who lives in our attendance zone can enroll in our schools. All of our students are APS students and count toward APS’ enrollment goals.
PBSA receives per-pupil funding from APS at the district’s average rate—just as if our schools were operated directly by APS. Without PBSA, the district would still be responsible for investing the same dollars to educate these same students in these same schools.