James Lawson High School

The Academy of Art, Design and Communication

The Academy of Art, Design and Communication and Engineering develops diverse college and career ready students with rigorous academics, digital technology, and problem-solving.

Academy Pathways and Courses

Academy Staff 

• ADC Academy Principal - Dayna Sewell
• Academy Dean -  Andrew Heil
• Academy Counselor -Kevin Green

Academy of Art, Design & Communications Partners

• Cheekwood Botanical Gardens & Museum of Art
• Frist Center for the Visual Arts
• Nashville Education, Community, and Arts Television (NECAT)
• The Parthenon
• Nashville State Community College
• ASD Sky Creative Firm
• Nashville Film Institute