Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy
Mary Kahama is an experienced educational professional with a robust background in special education and administration. Currently serving as the Special Education Coordinator at Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy since August 2015, Mary has previously held the role of Director of Special Programs at Phoenix Charter School, where responsibilities included coordinating compliance with federal and state regulations for special education. Mary's earlier experience includes serving as Principal, focusing on staff recruitment, evaluation, and creating a positive school environment. Additionally, Mary worked as a Milieu Supervisor at Nelson Center Residential Treatment Center. Mary holds a Ph.D. in Special Education and Administration as well as a Master's Degree in Special Education and Teaching from Texas Woman's University, and a Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education and Teaching from Wiley University.
Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy
Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy (LPCA) is a state-accredited open enrollment charter school district, with campuses in Dallas, Mesquite and Plano. We are currently enrolling grades K-9, with additional grades added every year until all K-12 grades are represented. Enrollment is open for ALL GRADES, and TUITION IS FREE. The vision of Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy is that all LPCA schools will serve as model schools of excellence, addressing the educational needs of our communities. The mission of Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy is to prepare all students to become college and career ready by promoting individual ownership of the learning process through development of intellectual and emotional independence, while instilling the values needed to become successful leaders in the 21st century.