LaNiesha Cobb Sanders

Educational Excellence Chair

LaNiesha Cobb Sanders has served on the ANCS Governing Board for one year, bringing a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to education. With three children at ANCS in kindergarten and 2nd grade, she is passionate about ensuring quality education for all students. LaNiesha’s background includes two years of teaching in the city and 17 years leading teacher training and support at a large non-profit. Currently, as a chief executive of another education-focused non-profit, she continues to advocate for academic excellence, school choice, and comprehensive student support.

Her experience on a charter school board has provided her with valuable insights into the governance and operational aspects of education. LaNiesha is dedicated to fostering an environment where academic success is achievable for all students, and she is excited to collaborate with board members, educators, and the community to enhance ANCS’s programs and support students’ diverse needs.

LaNiesha is particularly drawn to ANCS’s holistic approach to education, including its unique farm program, which provides hands-on learning and fosters a connection with nature. She values the school’s commitment to educating the whole child, emphasizing academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being, and building a strong sense of community and belonging.

In her free time, LaNiesha enjoys riding her bike on the Beltline with her family, cooking and entertaining friends, traveling, and cherishing the lifelong friendships and sense of community provided by her sorority.