FPA Whitehaven Elementary

Memphis, Tennessee

Welcome to FPA Whitehaven Elementary at Millbranch!

Freedom Prep Charter Schools prepare all students in grades Pre-K through 12 to excel in college and in life. With a vision to transform education for students of color across the South, Freedom Prep aims to demonstrate what’s possible, inspire broader change, and carry the torch of the civil rights movement.
Freedom Preparatory Academy is part of one of the highest-performing charter school networks in the Memphis metro area. Notably, 100% of graduates from the first four classes have been accepted into four-year colleges and universities.
Located in the Whitehaven community, the Freedom Prep – Millbranch Campus has been honored as a Reward School for two consecutive years. The diverse curriculum includes Spanish instruction for all students, with an emphasis on the contributions of Black and Latinx authors, historical figures, and leaders in literature, science, and mathematics.
A wide variety of extracurricular activities are available, including the Spanish Club, cheerleading, Girl Scouts, the Student Government Association, and Healthy Kids. These programs offer students opportunities to grow, develop leadership skills, and form lasting connections both in and out of the classroom.
Freedom Prep – Millbranch is committed to providing a well-rounded education that goes beyond academic success, preparing students to thrive in all aspects of life. Through a rigorous curriculum, diverse extracurricular offerings, and a focus on community, every student is equipped with the tools and support to make a lasting impact.
FPA WHITEHAVEN ELEMENTARY

Head of School

  • Shayla Morgan
    Shayla Morgan is a dedicated education leader with over two decades of experience in academic achievement and instructional leadership. She earned her B.S. in Education from Tennessee State University in 2003 and an Ed.S. in Educational Leadership from Lincoln Memorial University in 2008.

    Since joining Freedom Preparatory Academy in 2016, Shayla has served as Dean of Academics, Network Literacy Specialist, and now Head of School. She is passionate about progress monitoring, guided reading, balanced literacy, and data-driven instruction, ensuring student success through strong educational practices.
FPA WHITEHAVEN ELEMENTARY

School Facts

  • District Shelby County Schools
  • Enrollment 500 (K - 5th Grade)
  • Alias ES2
  • TN School Number CS_792_8155
FREEDOM PREP

Locations

Elementary School (ES1)

Arthur Rosenthal

Head of School

Middle School (MS1 – Westwood)

Natasha Jean-Louis

Head of School

Elementary School (ES2)

Shayla Morgan

Head of School

Middle School (MS2)

Natasha Smith

Head of School

High School

Roderick Barber

Head of School

Elementary School (ES3)

Jessica Ramey

Head of School

Office