LEAD Public Schools Selects Zum to Deliver Reliable, Modern Student Mobility

LEAD Public Schools, a leading Nashville-area charter school network, has selected Zūm to modernize student transportation beginning in the 2026–2027 school year. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to delivering reliable, transparent service for students and families, while underscoring Zum’s strong national growth.

Zum will serve LEAD Public Schools, including seven charter schools serving students and families across the Metro-Nashville community, with strong interest from other charter network leaders across Nashville. 

“In LEAD Public Schools, we prioritize the academic, social, and emotional success of our students—and that starts with a safe and reliable ride to school every day,” said Dr. Ricki Gibbs II, CEO of LEAD Public Schools. “We are committed to ensuring every student has access to school each day, and Zum’s track record of on-time performance, seamless communication, and modern technology stood out. We are confident their strong operational performance will bring meaningful improvements for our students and families, and we look forward to partnering together.”

“Each day, more than 26 million students rely on student mobility, making it the largest mass mobility system in the country,” said Ritu Narayan, Founder and CEO of Zum. “We founded Zum to bring reliability, transparency, and modern technology to these systems, ensuring every student has a dependable ride to school every day. We are excited to partner with LEAD to build a strong team in Tennessee.”

Zum will host driver hiring events on Tuesday, March 31 and Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at SpringHill Suites (7109 Town Center Way, Brentwood, TN) from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. All existing and new drivers are encouraged to attend, with Zum providing training for those new to the profession. Competitive wages, benefits, and professional development opportunities are offered, along with modern buses and advanced safety systems. For more information and updates on upcoming hiring events, please visit Zum’s hiring page. 

Zum is transforming student mobility by replacing fragmented, outdated systems with a fully integrated, technology-driven platform. Families benefit from real-time visibility, consistent on-time performance, and a safer, more reliable transportation experience.

We are thrilled to partner with LEAD Public Schools and look forward to working with this school community!