LEEF Spotlight: Richard Fowler

Richard joined the LEEF Board of Directors in 2016, during a pivotal time when the foundation was launching its inaugural events and programming initiatives. From the beginning, Richard has been deeply committed to our cause, dedicating countless hours to support LEEF’s Galas, MUDstacles, Star Banquets, and State of the District…

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2023 Leander ISD State of the District

On Wednesday, June 14, 2023 Superintendent Dr. Bruce Gearing and 2019 Vista Ridge graduate, Amod Daherker, presented the accomplishments of Leander ISD with the participation of students, backed by more than 230 community members, business partners, elected officials, and district leaders. State of the District is hosted by the Leander…

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May Mental Health Awareness Month

Providing students with the best education and serving the “whole child” goes beyond books and innovative learning tools, it must include a healthy mind and body.  Since its inception in 2007 Leander Educational Excellence Foundation (LEEF) has invested over $1,500,000 back into Leander ISD (LISD) and our future leaders, including…

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LEEF’s New Executive Director, Coleen Brighton

The Leander Educational Excellence Foundation (LEEF), the educational foundation supporting all Leander ISD students and staff, announced its new Executive Director Coleen Brighton. Coleen joined LEEF’s Board of Directors in 2015 and most recently held the Director of Operations and Development position. “The LEEF Board is excited for Coleen Brighton…

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