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Our schools and dedicated professionals prepare Nashville students to excel in higher education, work and life.
Nashville, TN
Joined July 2009
To protect the health and safety of our students and staff, Metro Schools will continue to require face masks. A statement and more information:
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Metro Schools is proud of all our students who are peacefully protesting for their right to live and breathe in a just and equitable society. ✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽✊🏻 #Nashville.
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Dr. Adrienne Battle is the new Director of @MetroSchools. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Battle. #TeamMNPS
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Based on current weather forecasts, schools and administrative offices will be closed tomorrow, Jan. 16, due to inclement weather. Employees do not report unless informed differently by a supervisor.
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OFFICIAL: All Metro Schools will be closed tomorrow Thursday, January 21, due to continued icy road conditions. Central office will be open.
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Announcement: Antioch High School is on a lockdown due to shots being fired inside the school building. Metro Police are on the scene. The person responsible for shooting is no longer a threat. We will be gathering students in the auditorium and will provide information on.
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The story behind this picture is pure sweetness.🤗. The young student on the left is visually impaired and had never been in the school building. The student on the right offered to be his buddy and walk with him. And a good day was had by all. 💙💛
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The MNPS Board of Education adopted a universal mask policy at this morning's meeting.
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Due to inclement weather, schools and administrative offices will continue to be closed tomorrow, Jan. 17. Be safe and stay warm!.
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About 500 #TeamMNPS teachers & staff, including Director of Schools Dr. Adrienne Battle, today received the first dose of vaccine to protect themselves & our community from COVID-19. About 500 more staff will be vaccinated tomorrow & so far, 5,500 appointments are booked.
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MNPS will close all schools tmrw, Fri, Jan. 12, 2018 for inclement weather. No after school programs. No before/after care. All employees do not report. As a reminder, Monday is Nat'l Martin Luther King holiday, school will not be in session. We’ll c everyone again Tues. Jan.16.
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Let's all say a very big congratulations to Shania, an @EakinEagles 1st grader, who has been accepted into Mensa! Super awesome! 👏.
Join us in congratulating Shania Davis in 1st grade who was just accepted into Mensa, the largest and oldest high IQ society in the world! Way to go Shania! We're so proud of you! #EakinProud @MetroSchools @MNPSEncore
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OFFICIAL: All Metro Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 25.
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OFFICIAL: All Metro Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 22, due to the expected winter storm.
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OFFICIAL: All Metro Schools will be closed for the rest of this week due to weather. Central Office will open at 10am Wednesday. Be safe!.
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Congratulations to Ke’Shawn Vaughn, @PearlCohnHS alumnus, who was drafted to the @Buccaneers. Vaughn, a running back, was the 76th picked for the third round of the 2020 #NFLDraft. 🏈
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Metro Nashville Public Schools will be closed on Friday, February 7. Read more:
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All Metro Schools will be closed Thursday, Jan. 18, because of continued hazardous roads throughout the county. All offices will be open and 12-month employees should report.
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Due to expected inclement weather, all Metro Schools will be closed on Thursday, March 30, 2017. (1 of 2).
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MNPS and Cora Howe School are mourning the tragic and unexpected loss of staff member Mr. Rasheed Walker. “Rasheed was a young man who consistently gave back to his community, and all of our lives are better for having known him," said K. C. Winfrey, Principal.
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Metro Nashville Public Schools will be closed Wednesday, March 4 as the district continues to repair damage and deal with power outages caused by the powerful tornado that tore through our city early this morning. Details:
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As a @Meigs_Magnet teacher put it on arrival to @GraMarMiddle: “This is what 700 transported locker contents look like. Let’s take a minute for the real heroes who emptied 700 middle school lockers.” #mnpsstrong #NashvilleStrong
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"Hey Metro, what about tomorrow?". “We got school… or nah". “Just close already!". Yes, we see your questions. No, there is no decision yet.
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Beginning March 23, Metro Schools bus drivers will deliver meals to children in various areas of Nashville. Additionally, MNPS will offer meals-to-go for children at several school locations.
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.@MetroSchools will be closed at least through April 3 in response to the public health emergency caused by the spread of COVID-19. Please read our release for information on grading; food distribution, and more: and
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All Metro Schools will be closed Tuesday, Feb. 17 due to the weather. Principals and central office report to work at 10am.
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Metro Nashville Public Schools will close on Thursday, March 12, and Friday, March 13. The decision was made in consultation with the Metro Public Health Department out of an abundance of caution. For more information:
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Wow! Wonderful to see @PearlCohnHS graduate Dontrial, his mentor, mom and teacher Mrs. Gleason-Ivy on @TheEllenShow. Thank you for showcasing Dontrial and what dedication to our students looks like! Congratulations, Dontrial! #WeArePearlCohn #ExcellenceLivesHere.
This was one of my favorite graduation gifts I’ve ever given.
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Metro Schools will be closed Friday, Jan. 19. Read our full statement here:
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In the interest of the health of our students, staff, and families, MNPS has made the difficult decision to start school Aug. 4 in an all-virtual environment through at least Labor Day. Read the Back to School page for details
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OFFICIAL: All Metro Schools will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, March 5, in anticipation of the winter weather.
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Due to inclement weather, all Metro Schools will be closed on Friday, September 1, 2017.
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We are closely monitoring weather tonight. Should conditions call for a delay or school closure, we will make that decision no later than 5 a.m. tomorrow. It is going to be cold, so please bundle your children if they will be waiting at bus stops.
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Stop by the MNPS booth at @nashvillepride this weekend to say hey. We've got some "MNPS for All" t-shirts and goods to give away, too. Why are we going to Pride? . Because LGBTQ+ students, staff & families must feel safe, welcomed, affirmed & valued in our schools 🏳️🌈
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IMPORTANT: All Metro Schools will be closed today, Wednesday, January 20, due to the expected inclement weather.
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Our hearts are broken over the tragedy that happened this morning in neighboring Kentucky. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims and the entire Marshall County High School community.
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OFFICIAL: All Metro Schools will be closed tomorrow, Feb. 23, due to continued icy conditions on the roads.
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In light of the Mayor’s new mask requirements for Metro facilities, Director of Schools Dr. Adrienne Battle recommends the Board of Education adopt a universal mask policy indoors and on buses for the start of the 2021-22 school year. Full statement:
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Metro Schools will be closed on Tuesday, March 3 due to the tornado damage throughout Nashville. District offices will remain open and 12 month employees should report. More information on school closures available at
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Congratulations to Dr. Adrienne Battle, who was honored with the @StJude Spirit of the Dream award, along with Nashvillians Dr. James E.K. Hildreth; Nashville Fire Chief William Swann; Metro Nashville Police Chief John Drake and Dr. Alex Jahangir. 👏
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OFFICIAL: All Metro Schools will be closed tomorrow, March 3. Central Office reports two hours late.
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Metro Schools and district offices will be closed tomorrow. All before/after care and activities are also canceled. Learn more at
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Due to the threat of severe weather, Metro Schools will be closing early today. Schools will be dismissing 3.5 hours after their start time. Buses will follow normal dismissal routes and procedures.
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OFFICIAL: All Metro Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, March 6. Stay safe and warm out there!.
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(•_•).<) )╯No. / \. \(•_•). ( (> School. / \. (•_•).<) )> Tomorrow. / \.
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Big congratulations to Martin Luther King Jr. Magnet High School 9th grader Sydney Bayless, who makes her debut tonight with @NashvilleBallet in Romeo and Juliet. Performance runs through Sunday.
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Metro Schools will be closed Thursday and Friday, March 5 and 6. Please read our release for details and for important information for district staff and 12-month employees.
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Metro Nashville Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, January 16 and Wednesday, January 17.
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Metro Schools is sending some big Nashville cheer to @OvertonMNPS alum @mookiebetts today! . Congratulations to Mr. Betts and his @Dodgers team on the World Series win! ⚾️
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MNPS staff and volunteers worked so hard this weekend to get Jere Baxter and Park Avenue schools ready to welcome Gra-Mar and Robert Churchwell students tomorrow morning. Thank you to all! 💙. #mnpsstrong #nashvillestrong
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Working with Director of Schools Adrienne Battle, @JohnCooper4Nash’s commitment of $24M of CARES Act funds to provide devices for our students is a massive step forward for equity. Thank you, Mayor, for making our students a priority. When our students grow, our city grows, too.
It's time to bridge the digital learning divide. I have directed $24 million of our federal CARES Act relief fund to provide every MNPS student in Nashville with a free laptop and mobile internet hotspots for those who do not have internet access. More:
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We are all horrified by the tragic shooting at The Covenant School today, and our hearts go out to the families of the loved ones and the entire Covenant community. MNPS has been in close contact with @MNPDNashville throughout the morning.
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@MetroSchools will be on a two hour delay tomorrow, Monday, March 12, due to predicted inclement weather. All buses will run 2 hours later than normally scheduled, and classes will begin two hours later than normal. This is for schools only. Central Office reports as scheduled.
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OFFICIAL: Metro Schools will be closed Tuesday, Feb. 24.This is why: http://t.co/wNAHjPaMAQ.
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OFFICIAL: All Metro Schools will be closed today, Thursday, Feb. 26, due to road conditions related to the weather.
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Following the guidance of @GovBillLee, schools will remain closed until at least April 24 to help contain the spread of COVID-19. We appreciate the patience of students, families and staff and will continue to communicate as often as we can. More details:
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OFFICIAL: All Metro Schools will be closed today, Tuesday, Feb. 9, due to slick conditions on many roads.
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All Metro Schools are closed tomorrow, Monday, January 22, due to hazardous road conditions caused by inclement weather. Please visit for more information.
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.@OvertonMNPS retired the No. 7 jersey of alum @mookiebetts, two-time World Series winner, 2018 MVP, all-around baseball star for @Dodgers. It happened on the beautiful day proclaimed "Mookie Betts Day" by @JohnCooper4Nash
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Read our statement about President Trump's announced intention to end Deferred Action of Childhood Arrivals (DACA):
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📣Masks are still required at all Metro Schools. Today we sent an updated communication to families. You can read the full message on our site.
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The MNPS Board of Education, women representing every district in every part of Nashville, joined Director of Schools Dr. Adrienne Battle today to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, which women fought for in the effort to gain the right to vote. #19thAmendment
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Good morning. School starts 2 hours later this morning, November 12
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Congratulations to @OvertonMNPS alumnus and World Series Champion Mookie Betts on being named the 2018 American League's Most Valuable Player. Betts, a Nashville native, has played outfielder for the Boston Red Sox since 2014.
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OFFICIAL: All Metro Schools will be closed tomorrow, March 4. Central Office will be open.
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Weather Update: With regards to a decision on school Thursday, we are monitoring road conditions closely & are working w/city agencies to determine whether the roads can be safely traveled. We have crews checking neighborhoods & this process will continue throughout the evening.
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MNPS alumnus and MLB World Series’ “Most Valuable Player,” Mookie Betts, was selected to be the Honorary 12th Man at the Tennessee Titans game against the Washington Redskins Saturday, Dec. 22. Metts, an @OvertonMNPS grad, is a rightfielder with the @RedSox.
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All Metro School will open 2 hours late tmrw. Dismissal is at regular time. For MTA bus routes adjustments go to
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Jaylan Granberry, an MLK, student will wrap up his high school journey on 5/19. After receiving recruitment letters from colleges across the U.S. & weighing scholarship offers, he selected @Yale: “It’s an opportunity to get a great education. I believe I will feel right at home.”
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OFFICIAL: All Metro Schools are closed today, Thursday, January 8, due to issues with the extreme cold.
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OFFICIAL: Metro Schools will be closed tomorrow, March 5. Still plenty of trouble spots in Joelton, Goodlettsville, Bellevue & Hermitage.
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Michael Reese, a talented @CaneRidgeHS student and gifted athlete, is graduating early and headed to Duke University to play football. Michael is this week's #MNPSMVP. Congratulations, Michael!
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It is official: MNPS buildings will stay closed for the remainder of the school year. But, the teaching and learning will continue. Our district is launching structured, enhanced learning so every child has access to a high-quality education.
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@MetroSchools we are monitoring the severe weather predicted for our area tmrw. If it is warranted we will adjust the school schedule for the safety of our students. Check back here and on facebook.
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🍎We are happy to announce all Metro Schools student meals for the 2022-2023 school year are free of cost.
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About 300 MNPS seniors got laptops this week so they can work toward their #Classof2020 graduation. More laptops will be delivered next week. Thanks to the MNPS technology staff who are making it happen. Seniors, need a laptop and class info? Check
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Metro Schools bus drivers who assisted on March 27:.Martha Suarez.Tonia Williams.George Thomas.Tracy Garton.Maurice Southall.Christina Wade.Alberta Houston.D.D. Helms.Kelly Bell.Nicole Ross.Tracie Williams.Sandra Coble.Steve Beauman.Gary Woodard.Dewayne Ferrell.3/
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As we all close out a long and hard week, our district extends sympathy and friendship to the communities of @WilsonK12TN @DCAWildcats and @PCSSTN who have suffered devastating losses. We are indeed, #StrongerTogether #mnpsstrong #NashvilleStrong #WilsonStrong #education.
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Big news: All 72 MNPS elementary schools will receive funding from @amazon Future Engineer to support virtual computer science education & teacher professional development - that’s a total of more than 32,000 students.
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MNPS will offer free student meals along with food boxes at several school locations throughout Davidson County. For locations, times and details:
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Thank you to the bus drivers, teachers and school/central office staff who went above and beyond today for our families!.
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OFFICIAL: All Metro Schools will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2016.
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Judge Cheri Lynn Beasley, a product of MNPS, has made history. Judge Beasley, a 1984 graduate of @WhitesCreekHS, was recently appointed chief justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court making her the first African-American woman to be named the state’s top judge.
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Students in Thomas Edison Elementary's Promising Scholars program had a lively good time when @Titans rookies came to school to read to them.
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IMPORTANT: All Metro Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 3. All 12-month employees will report two hours late.
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How we said Hello and Welcome to our friends from @Churchwell_Elem as they arrived at @ParkAveElemMnps today. Churchwell's building was damaged in the tornado and will undergo repairs. #mnpsstrong #nashvillestrong
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Congrats to the @PCHS_Firebirds, our 2023 State Champions, on an incredible win!!!.
Final: Pearl-Cohn 36, Upperman 27. Mission complete for the Firebirds. For the first time since 2008, Metro Nashville has state champion. Consider last year’s heartbreaking loss a memory in the distant, distant past
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I know bruh but it's a hard decision to make. This is how we do it:
@MetroSchools BRUH ITS GONNA RAIN ALL NIGHT AND THERE IS 100% CHANCE ITS GONNA SNOW AT 11am TMRW SO WE GONNA GO TO SCHOOL I MEAN ITS FRIDAY.
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First Day of Kindergarten ☀️.How it Started vs How it's Going
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Announcing an exciting partnership with @npt8 which offers 8 hours of “At Home Learning” programming for children and students every weekday, 6 a.m.-2 p.m., while schools remain closed. Programming starts Monday, March 30. Thank you, NPT!
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We can't say it enough, doctors: Thank you. Thank you today and every day for helping the rest of us stay healthy in body and mind. And we're especially proud of the MNPS grads among you. Thank you. #NationalDoctorsDay #SaferAtHome
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Metro Schools will be back in session Monday, March 9.
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The Korean Veterans Memorial Bridge is bright tonight and tomorrow in @MetroSchools colors for the #MNPSClassof2020. 💙💛
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Metro Schools mourns the loss of Board Chair Anna Shepherd who passed away last night. “We were so fortunate to have the warmth and leadership of Anna in our lives and on the Board of Education,” said Dr. Adrienne Battle.
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Metro Nashville Public Schools are closed today due to hazardous road conditions. District offices will be open and 12-month employees should report to work at their discretion. Las Escuelas Metropolitanas están cerradas hoy. Las oficinas están abiertas.
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All Metro Schools will open two hours late tomorrow, January 31, due to the potential for hazardous road conditions in Davidson County in the morning caused by freezing rain forecast to arrive when buses would be on the road. More information at
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All Metro Schools will open two hours late on Tuesday, Jan. 29. Before Care programs open two hours late and dismissal will be at the regular time. For students who ride the MTA bus, route schedule adjustments are available at
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