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A dad helps his daughter with her golf grip at Topgolf Nashville. The popular destination now offers spring, summer and winter academies. Half-day clinics are for ages 6 - 12. Topgolf has new kids’ clubs, too. Get a set for $79 in green, orange, blue or purple. See everything that’s new in the area by turning to page 6.

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ALL THAT’S NEW! The Nashville area keeps growing — here’s what you need to know for your family.

FRIST FACELIFT!

The newly christened Frist Art Museum includes the kid-friendly hands-on Martin ArtQuest Gallery. ArtQuest enjoyed a 2018 renovation to add new, high-tech experiences. Here, kids create stop-motion animation videos. Did you know kids 18 and younger are always free at the Frist?

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DAVIDSON COUNTY

sprawling community encom-

The brand-new TENNESSEE

Sprouts Farmers Market, Wild

STATE MUSEUM located at 1000 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville is now open! The 137,000-square-foot state-ofthe-art facility now boasts the latest technology to bring you the Tennessee story with interactive, changing exhibits. Plus, there’s a Children’s Gallery. Call 615-7412692 or visit tnmuseum2018. org ... NASHVILLE CHILDREN’S THEATRE (NCT) offers a brand-new immersive theater experience for children ages 0 - 5 with a parent — The Snuggery. The theater experience for little ones encourages their involvement in the action. Watch for the next Snuggery production in the summer of 2019. Call 615-2524675 or visit nashvillect.org ... ADVENTURE SCIENCE CENTER has a new Twilight Special admission. Buy tickets two hours prior to closing time and get free admission the next day! Call 615862-5160 or visit adventuresci. org ... CHEEKWOOD’S new Children’s Garden is in the works and slated for completion in summer, 2019. The permanent family feature will provide an accessible place for kids and parents to reflect on nature and art. Call 615-356-8000 or visit cheekwood.org ... Green Hills is now home to Tennessee’s first SHAKE SHACK. Located at 4031 Hillsboro Pike, #904, Nashville, the menu features burgers, hot dogs, chicken, frozen custard and of course ... shakes! The dogfriendly joint includes a canine menu featuring the Poochini (dog biscuits with vanilla custard). Call 615-610-6326 or visit shakeshack.com ... The west side is a lot swankier with the opening of ONE BELLEVUE PLACE. The

passes residential, retail, dining, entertainment and hotel spaces. Eggs and AMC Theatres are popular spots already. A brand-new NASHVILLE PREDATORS SPORTS CENTER is set to open at One Bellevue Place in August, 2019. The 90,000-square-foot space will house two ice rinks, a rec center and a library. Plus, the Scott Hamilton Skating Academy will offer instruction. Visit onebellevueplace.com ... The big news at NASHVILLE ZOO is the opening of Expedition Peru including adorable, playful Andean bears. The new Sumatran tiger exhibit is set to open spring, 2019. Call 615-833-1534 or visit nashvillezoo.org ... CHAFFIN’S BARN THEATRE celebrates a face lift! Renovations include a new roof, all-new restrooms, a newly paved parking lot with more handicap spaces, lobby upgrades and more. The Barn’s 2018 children’s Christmas show is All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth (Dec. 7 22). Call 615-646-9977 or visit chaffinsbarntheatre.com ... The FRIST ART MUSEUM has a freshly renovated Martin ArtQuest Gallery for kids. The hands-on space incorporates favorites like drawing, painting and printmaking with high-tech additions. New exhibits coming to the museum include: Paris 1900: City of Entertainment (Oct. 12 - Jan. 6, 2019) and The Eric Carle’s Picture Books exhibit in celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Very Hungry Caterpillar (Oct. 2019). Call 615-244-3340 or visit fristartmuseum.org ... Zip, climb, balance and thrill-seek in West Nashville at the new ADVENTURE PARK

SPOTLIGHT: DAVIDSON COUNTY

SoundWaves GAYLORD OPRYLAND’S NEW WATER EXPERIENCE Beginning in December, 2018, your family can make waves at Gaylord Opryland Resort! SoundWaves is an upscale water experience including four acres of indoor and outdoor attractions covering 217,000 square feet of space. With nine indoor and six outdoor amenities, there’s something for everyone, from relaxing pools to extreme thrills. Music is a big part of the experience, from water attractions that play music to the 315,000-gallon outdoor wave pool’s giant screen with special music programming. The indoor experience features body slides, the Crowd Surfer double FlowRider, rapid and lazy rivers, and an activity pool with rock climbing, obstacle course, basketball and more. Outdoor attractions (opening Memorial Day weekend, 2019) include the wave pool, a kids’ pool with a multi-level play structure, tube slides, body flumes and more. Indoor and outdoor dining is available, and there’s an adults-only area, too. The water experience is available through the overnight SoundWaves Experience Package. Davidson County residents get 40 percent off the package on select dates (go to gaylordoprylandresidents.com to get the local discount). Don’t want to do an overnight? Rent a party room (for 10, 16 or 30 people; rates start at $500). The four-hour rental includes all-day access to SoundWaves. Call 615-889-1000 or visit soundwavesatgaylordopryland.com.

on the grounds of the Gordon Jewish Community Center (801 Percy Warner Blvd.) The park

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provides challenges for little ones as young as 3 years old up to adult adventurers. Check out the Adventure Club membership program. Saturday nights mean Glow in the Park, where you can tackle the challenges in a glowin-the-dark environment. Call 615-610-9500 or visit mynashvilleadventurepark.org ... THE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL at TriStar Centennial now has sensory-friendly ER rooms. They feature adaptable lights, monitor and sound control, specialized toys and visual story boards to help prepare young patients for procedures. Call 615-3421000 or visit thechildrenshospitalnashville.com ... TOPGOLF NASHVILLE has started spring, summer and winter academies. The half-day clinics are for ages 6 - 12. The facility also has

SPOTLIGHT: RUTHERFORD COUNTY

new kids’ golf club sets available to purchase in four different colors — green, orange, blue

The Gentle Barn

and purple — starting at $79.

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Dozens of rescued animals now call Christiana home, thanks to The Gentle Barn, a sanctuary for abused and abandoned animals. Visitors can interact with many of the resident horses, cows, pigs, sheep, goats, chickens, turkeys, llamas, emus, dogs, cats and donkeys. “The Gentle Barn is home to animals rescued from abuse and neglect,” says Ellie Laks, founder. “Once rehabilitated and given sanctuary with us for the rest of their lives, we partner the animals in hosting groups of at-risk and special needs children, school groups and private tours.” The Gentle Barn is open to the public on Sundays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Public admission is $20 adults, $10 children. The Gentle Barn is located at 9295 Christiana Fosterville Road. Learn more and schedule a visit at gentlebarn.org.

Call 615-777-3007 or visit MUSIC HALL OF FAME & MUSEUM is expanding its programs for kids with more instrument workshops, Creative Zone arts and crafts activities, and Preschool Song & Storytime fun. Through the museum’s Community Counts initiative, ages 18 and younger get free museum admission if they bring I.D. showing they’re from the following counties: Davidson, Cheatham, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson and Wilson. Call 615-416-2001 or visit countrymusichalloffame.org ... NASHVILLE SHOTOKAN KARATE is the newest martial arts club in the area. Located in Lenox Village, classes for ages 5 and older take place Tue - Fri from 6 - 7 p.m. Call 615-566-7178 or look it up on Facebook.

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RUTHERFORD COUNTY The Fountains at Gateway — Murfreesboro’s newest shopping destination — will host WINTERFEST, November 2018 - January 2019, featuring an ice-skating rink. All ages can enjoy themed skate nights, movie nights on the rink, Christmas caroling and pictures with Santa. Lights and holiday decorations will fill up the central plaza. Learn more at 615-890-4651 or fountainswinterfest.com … Take a moment for YOU and relax at the new WAND & WILLOW DAY SPA in Murfreesboro. Book an appointment for a luxury massage and facial, therapeutic or prenatal massages, body wraps, enhancements and more. It’s located at 760 N. Thompson Lane, Ste. 23. Call 615-7790122 or visit wandandwillowdayspa.com … Satisfy your sweet tooth with a frozen treat at JANARTY’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM in Smyrna. This family-owned business tempts with flavors like Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup, Chocolate Cookie Dough (gluten free) and more. Janarty’s is located at 111 Front St., Smyrna. Call 615-9180085 or visit Janarty’s on Facebook … The Rutherford County Library System is helping families get techy with the new TECHNOLOGY ENGAGEMENT CENTER (TEC). The facility features education, exploration and inspiration for all ages with computers, tablets, eReaders and 3D printers. Children can participate in individual learning and group activities, most free of charge. TEC is located at 306 Minerva Drive, Murfreesboro. Learn more at rutherfordcountytec.org … Lanes, Trains and Automobiles (please turn the page)

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Entertainment Depot (LTA Depot)

just one aspect of the new

now has MURF WARS, a

CLIMB MURFREESBORO.

foam dart arena. Players use mul-

This 30,500-square-foot facility

tiple types of Nerf guns to play

boasts 45-foot climbing walls;

live-action battles. LTA Depot is

bouldering areas with 15-foot

located at 450 Butler Drive, Mur-

walls where athletes can free-

freesboro. Call 615-890-3999

climb without ropes; workout

or visit ltadepot.com … The new AMC THEATER AT STONES

and cardio equipment; yoga;

RIVER MALL is open. It’s

treats, drinks and climbing gear.

a 47,000-square-foot theater

There are several climbing walls

featuring 1,000 seats, full-service

for kids and a youth climbing

dining with seat-side service, an

development program for ages

expanded menu, adult beverages

7 - 19. Climb Murfreesboro is

and more. High-back recliners

located at 1660 Memorial Blvd.

make watching a movie on

Learn more at climbmurfeesboro.

the 70-foot wide, wall-to-wall

com … Fresh, hot donuts are

and floor-to-ceiling screen just

rolling out in Smyrna at the new

that much better. Learn more at

DIAMOND DOUGHNUTS.

amctheatres.com … Georgia-

It’s located at 12974 Old Nash-

based STARS AND STRIKES

ville Hwy., Smyrna. Learn more at

has its first Tennessee location in Smyrna. The 55,000-square-

diamonddoughnuts.com … The EARLY LEARNING CEN-

foot facility features 24 bowling

TER, part of Lancaster Christian

lanes; a 7,300-square-foot

Academy (LCA), is now open in

arcade and prize store; a multi-

Murfreesboro for ages 6 weeks

story laser tag arena; bumper

and older. Children participate

cars; a restaurant; and a large

in age-appropriate daily lessons

full-service bar surrounded by big

and activities. It’s located at

screen TVs for sports viewing.

3721 Manson Pike, Murfrees-

There’s also an interactive escape

boro. Call 615-223-0451 or

room. Stars and Strikes is located

visit lancasterchristianacademy.

at 333 N. Lowry St. Learn more

org.

at starsandstrikes.com … Love virtual reality? Check out the VR LOUNGE inside Stones River Mall (1720 Old Fort Pkwy., Ste. E105, Murfreesboro). Available games include sports and world exploration, and while they’re typically for ages 10 and older, the 5-and-older crowd can enjoy it, too. Call 615-968-9013 or visit vrloungetn.com … WILLOW TREE ACADEMY now has a location in Murfreesboro. The private Christian preschool is for infants through junior kindergarten. It’s located at 2391 New Salem Hwy., Murfreesboro. Call 615-512-5368 or visit willowtreetn.com … Specially designed climbing walls are

ALL THAT’S NEW!

and a retail shop with healthy

SPOTLIGHT: SUMNER COUNTY

Twelve Hundred Feet of Mosaics HENDERSONVILLE’S PUBLIC ART INSTALLATION Memorial Park is now home to Memorial Park Mosaics, the largest public art project of its kind in Tennessee. Twelve walls surrounding the park’s playground

SUMNER COUNTY

include more than 1,200 square feet of stained glass

MONTHAVEN ARTS &

More than 20 organizations and lots of residents

CULTURAL CENTER (1017

came together to create the art. Throughout the

Antebellum Cir., Hendersonville)

spring, summer and fall of 2017, Borderless Arts of

has more offerings than ever with

Tennessee, Diamond Studio and Hendersonville Parks

rotating art exhibits (Guitars &

& Recreation provided opportunities for nearly 500

Cadillacs: The Photography of

children and adults — with and without disabilities

Marty Stuart is on display Oct.

— to participate in creating the mosaics for the park

7 - Nov. 25, 2018). The center

walls. The walls contain scenes and themes of local

also runs a lot of art classes

life and nature in the park. Check out the handprints

throughout the year, including

on the backs of each wall — they’re courtesy of first

Mommy & Me, after-school and

graders from Indian Lake Elementary. Memorial Park

homeschool classes and adult

is located at 151 E. Main St., Hendersonville. Learn

options. Call 615-822-0789 or

more about the project at diamondstudioart.com.

and mosaic designs — all community contributions.

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ALL THAT’S NEW!

SPOTLIGHT: WILLIAMSON COUNTY

Life Time Athletics FRANKLIN’S NEWEST FITNESS FACILITY The swanky, new Life Time Athletic facility is NOT just for adults. Children of all ages can enjoy exercise, arts and crafts, swimming, classes and lots more at the club when you add them onto your membership. The 124,000-squarefoot fitness facility located in Franklin at 5020 Carothers Pkwy. is the first in Tennessee. Life Time Kids Academy is a program for children ages 3 months - 11 years. While you work up a sweat, your child can enjoy activities (cost is determined by age of child and attendance frequency). Before adding your child onto your membership, you can give it a whirl with a drop-in day pass. New activities will be available for kids as the Kids Academy grows. Infants can do tummy time. Toddlers can enjoy imaginative play, educational and fitness activities like “Music Move and Groove,” family swim and more. Preschoolers and older kids can sign up for yoga, karate, dance, pre-gymnastics, sports skills, Spanish immersion, arts and crafts, music and nutrition. Swimming lessons are available for ages 12 and younger. Life Time Kids Academy also offers birthday parties and summer camps. Life Time Athletic is an all-membership club. Monthly membership starts at $119; day passes are $35 for one day, $150 for five. The facility includes luxury locker rooms, premier classes, coaching, training and more. Call 615-685-7000 or visit lifetime.life for more info.

take place at GodWhy Church

rooms are for ages 12 and older

in Hendersonville. In addition,

(with a paying adult). In addition,

acting classes, workshops

laser tag is open to ages 7 and

and musical theater camps for

older, and there are several mis-

kids are available. Learn more

sions to choose from. NashTag

at actorspointtheatre.com ...

and PaniQ Escape Rooms is

Hendersonville Chamber of Com-

located at 1113 Murfreesboro

merce offers SUMNER FEST, a

Road, #256, Franklin. Call

free outing at Sanders Ferry Lake

615-628-8373 or visit nashtag.

that includes a boat show, hot

co … Leave the kids at home

air balloon rides, live music and

and let your stress float away

kids’ activities. Look for the May,

at PURE SWEAT + FLOAT

2019 date at sumnerfest.com

STUDIO (PSFS), now open in

... HISTORIC MANSKER’S

Cool Springs. It features state-

STATION in Goodlettsville has

of-the-art, full-spectrum infrared

all-new weekly programs for kids.

sauna and float therapy. Costs

The Homeschool Program on

start at $35 and go up based on

Wednesdays is for ages 8 - 14

package or membership. PSFS

and costs $10. Pioneer Pals for

is at 1560 W. McEwen Drive,

ages 3 - 5 is free on Thursdays.

Ste. 154, Franklin. Learn more at

Both programs require advance

puresweatfloatstudio.com … Find

registration. Learn more and sign

children’s clothing, gifts, toys and

up at historicmanskersstation.

more at THE PURPLE BUT-

eventbrite.com.

TERFLY. Downtown Franklin’s

WILLIAMSON COUNTY HIGH HOPES now offers inclusive kindergarten in a research-based, developmentally appropriate manner. It’s located at 301 High Hopes Court, Franklin. Call 615-550-1447 or visit highhopesforkids.org/ kindergarten … The new ELLISTON PLACE SODA SHOP COOL SPRINGS is located at 330 Mayfield Drive, Ste. A-5, Franklin. It offers the same faves from the famous Elliston Place Nashville location. Your kids will love the creamy, hand-dipped milkshakes. The soda shop also has malts, ice cream floats, banana splits and more. Call 615-656-0045 or visit ellistonplacesodashop.com … NashTag Lock ‘N Load now includes PANIQ ESCAPE ROOMS to its lineup of adrenaline-fused fun. Your team has 60 minutes to escape the room of your choice. All

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newest boutique offers children’s clothing in sizes newborn to age 6 as well as other items like spa robes, diaper covers, bibs, onesies, day gowns, blankets, pillows, hats and more. The Purple Butterfly also presents a series of children’s “Storytime with the Princesses” events that occur on the first Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. After each story, kids enjoy hands-on activities and treats. The Purple Butterfly is located at 142 Second Ave. N., Franklin. Call 615-905-4160 or visit purplebutterflykids.com … Kids’ haircuts are cool at COOKIE CUTTERS HAIRCUTS FOR KIDS. The shop features an indoor slide, fantasy chairs and TVs. Kids can watch their favorite TV shows while getting their hair cut. Youngsters will like the chairs shaped like fire trucks, airplanes and cars. Cookie Cutters is located at 5008 Thoroughbred Lane, Brentwood. Call 615-8913446 or visit facebook.com/ cookiecuttersbrentwood.

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PRO TEAMS We’re wild about our pro teams here in Nashville — and we’ve got some inside scoop to prove it!

KICK IT UP! The 2018 - 19 Tennessee Titans are oozing with talent at every level. People and analysts seem to forget this “under the radar” team won

TENNESSEE TITANS:

a come-from-behind road playoff game at Kansas City last season.

One, Big

Tennessee Family BY NOAH GARRISON DAY

n the world of Tennessee Titans General Manager Jon Robinson, family is everything. Now in year three with the Titans, Robinson interweaves the idea of family throughout the club, from the coaches to the players to each member of the staff ... all the way to the fans. “Family is an extremely, extremely important, if not the most important, part of my daily routine,” Robinson says. It all starts at Robinson’s home with wife Jaimie and his two daughters. “They are at the forefront of why I get up and come to work every day,” says Robinson. With life as an NFL GM requiring long hours spent away from home, Robinson credits Jaimie with being the anchor of the family. “She’s the glue for us,” Robinson says, “And she’s the disciplinarian more so than I am,” he laughs. “I thought I would be the one to discipline, however I’m the big softie when I get home, because I spend so much time disciplining when I’m at work. It’s been good,” he says.

CONTENDER STATUS The start to the 2018 season hasn’t been easy.

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Titan’s starting QB Marcus Mariotta looks for the pass. After losing one of the longest games in NFL history in week one against Miami — optimism wavered. Starting quarterback Marcus Mariota looked shaky and got injured, big free agent signee and two-time Super Bowl Champion Malcolm Butler made a big play — but also got burned for a backbreaking touchdown. Derrick Henry didn’t give nearly the punch

“Take it one day at a time and just keep plugging away,” Robinson says.

Titans fans were hoping for (albeit he scored a touchdown that was disallowed because of a penalty), and Titans star tight end Delanie Walker went down with a season ending ankle injury. Enter week two versus a healthy Houston Texans team. The Titans used every single tool they possibly could to muster a gutsy win: a fake punt touchdown, clutch defense, an unexpected wildcard formation with Derrick Henry in the shotgun and a game-winning drive led by backup quarterback Blaine Gabbert. It was a masterpiece that could only be accomplished with a level of trust established between the coaches and the players. Week three against arguably the most talented roster in the NFL — the Jacksonville Jaguars — showcased that same trust with another gutsy performance and a beautiful 9 - 6

win. The season is early, but the trust has been long established with Robinson’s family philosophy.

The Preds are set to play 12 games on national television, obliterating

BIG MOVES According to Robinson, handling expectations is about doing the little things right and taking the journey one step at a time. “The only expectation I have is for us to go out and have a good day of practice today and to have a better day of practice tomorrow and to try and get a little bit better each day. Take it one day at a time and just keep plugging away and don’t look too far ahead, just focus on the now,” Robinson says. In his time with the Titans, Robinson has taken the team from a titanic disaster to a competitive club on the move. Consistent success largely comes down to trust. While the Titans have had a certain level of trust in their coaches and each other, they seek to establish that trust even further. Nobody can know for sure how the season is going to unfold, but Robinson is building a program that aims to do more with the amassed group of talent besides letting them play football — he’s building a family.

NASHVILLE PREDATORS: Stay Humble,

Smashville!

he Predators are the trendiest

last year’s seven games. Lots of rivals are in the mix, including the Blackhawks, Blues, Jets and Ducks.

Fan favorite defenseman P.K. Subban thrills the crowd — and smiles when he plays. The biggest question facing the team this year: Is it a Stanley Cup or bust year? According to Predators President Sean Henry, Stanley Cup is always the standard. “I think it’s always Stanley Cup or bust for our organization who sets its goals so aggressively,” Henry says. High standards have paid big dividends for the team as the past two seasons have resulted in a Western Conference Championship and a Presidents Trophy Championship. “Our goal is to compete at the highest level; we’re in a position to win the Stanley Cup, and that’s our goal, but it starts with a good regular season to get to the playoffs, which is not a lay-up — we love the team that we have,” says Henry.

team in Nashville — quite possibly the NHL and maybe even in the U.S. — and

they know it. They’ve built something special and they captivate the Music City audience in a way that no one ever predicted. All of the attention brings high expectations, but in the end, only one trophy matters — the Stanley Cup.

“We’re in a position to win the Stanley Cup, and that’s our goal,” says Henry.

TALENT AT ALL LEVELS The 2018 - 19 team has one of the deepest assembled rosters in the league. The anchor starts in the net with Pekka Rinne — the massive 6’5” Finnish goaltender. Rinne is a cornerstone of the Predators, someone who has seen the highs and lows of the franchise throughout his career. He turns 36 in November, and if there’s a time for him to win it all, it’s now. Rinne’s accompanied by one of the best defensive corps in the league with P.K. Subban, Roman Josi, Ryan Ellis and Mattias Ekholm. Those four stand out for their strong skating agility along with their dynamic puck-moving ability in transitioning from defense to offense. Last season looked to be “the year” for the Preds. During the season, they looked great and often dominant, yet when they entered the playoffs, the engine seemed to stall, as if they couldn’t quite get to the next gear, collectively. The strength of the defense suddenly became a liability, as they gave up 27 goals in seven games in their season-ending series loss to the Winnipeg Jets. This season’s Preds have high expectations, a loaded roster and most importantly, a chance. Nothing is guaranteed, but that’s why fans love it. And all of Smashville, decked in gold, will be right there with them. Stay humble Smashville; let’s win the Cup!

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NASHVILLE PREDS WHAT WE’VE HEARD “Last year just goes to show you that championship runs are comprised of a lot more than sheer talent and regular season success. You need a little bit of luck and the stars to align better sometimes. But this team isn’t going anywhere and neither is Smashville.” — Ryan Tillman “Love the energy of the crowd. Going to a game is a different experience than any other sport. As far as this year goes, I hope we can do as well as last year and make it to the Cup!” — Chandler Altenbern “Maybe the expectations weighed on them a bit, and they couldn’t find the same fight and passion that they had a year before despite the improved talent. If they can rediscover that fire, then they can really be dangerous this year.” —Trevor Loeb “The Predators were exciting last year with Subban and Forsberg leading the charge. Now with big game experience, Nashville is ready to make another run for Lord Stanley.” — Taylor Mottern “Last year was a disappointing play-off run; we looked weak, slow and sloppy in both series, and Winnipeg manhandled us. I look forward to seeing if the Predators can bounce back, have a great regular season and run to the Stanley Cup final. Nashville is in need of a championship.” — Tucker Day

NASHVILLE SC:

Inaugural Season, Thousands of Fans

ith a $275 million

Justin Davis and Liam Doyle — has allowed the second fewest goals in all of the USL. Attackers dollar Major League Soccer (MLS) stadium Lebo Moloto and Ropapa Mensah are Nashville’s leading scorers, having both scored plenty newly cleared to this season, but Nashville SC’s greatest strength be built at the old is its depth, and from top to bottom, the roster is fairgrounds, Nashville’s newest franchise — loaded with talent,” Gwin adds. Nashville SC — is a team to keep your eyes on. The club is already putting a footprint on the greater Nashville community as well. Donning the “Nashville Gold” that is quickly “The club makes regular visits to Seacrest becoming a city staple, the team is in its inauguStudios at Monroe Carrell Jr. Children’s Hospital ral United Soccer League (USL) season — and is at Vanderbilt, interacting with patients and in the mix for a play-off spot (unclinched at press spreading the joy of soccer,” Gwin says. time). With so many soccer enthusiasts of all And the young club is budding rivalries with ages in Middle Tennessee, the live game experiFC Cincinnati, which should extend into next ence draws excited, unprecedented crowds. season. “The Nashville SC game day atmosphere is Meanwhile, the stadium needs building. Deone that is driven by our incredible fans,” says signed for 30,500 seats, it’s supposed to open Austin Gwin, director of communications for in 2021. And while the club isn’t scheduled to Nashville SC. start playing in the MLS First Tennessee Park fills until 2020, this is the time to capacity with play that to start following the team. begins in the spring and “The Nashville SC Nashville SC is already wraps in fall. Gwin says setting an awesome Nashville SC has a deep game-day atmofoundation for what could roster. sphere is one that be one of the most unique “Matt Pickens is one game experiences in of the best goalkeepers in is driven by our sports, and it’s a wonderthe league and already incredible fans,” ful opportunity to carve out has 10 shutouts this seafun time with your family son,” says Gwin. “Nashsays Gwin. — especially all of those ville SC’s defense — led soccer-crazed kids! by Bradley Bourgeois,

“The Preds are banking their entire season on last year’s roster. They’re good, but it’s yet to be determined. We’ll see how it goes.” — Steve Garrison Noah G. Day graduated from Sewanee: The University of the South in May, 2018. He is an avid outdoorsman with a love of all things sports and music.

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Players from Nashville SC celebrate a win against Louisville at home.

KIDS CAN PLAY, TOO

Players from National Flag Football.

FOOTBALL National Flag Football titansflagfootball.com Flag football for ages 4 and older with leagues in Columbia, Goodlettsville, Murfreesboro and Nashville. Registration begins in August and season runs Sept. - Nov. Tennessee Youth Football Alliance (TYFA) tyfa.org Football teams for ages 5 - 12. Registration begins in June and season runs Aug. - Nov. Teams include: Davidson County: Antioch Jets, Cane Ridge Chargers, Old Hickory Bulldogs Rutherford County: Murfreesboro Warriors, Crimson Tide, Smyrna Bulldogs Sumner County: Gallatin Green Wave, Goodlettsville Trojans Wilson County: Lebanon Blue Devils, Wilson Co. Wildcats Tennessee Youth Football League leagues.bluesombrero.com/tnyfl/ home Tackle and flag football teams for ages 4 - 14. Registration begins in June and season runs Aug. - Nov. Teams include: Davidson County: Bordeaux Eagles, Bellevue Steelers, Percy Priest Ducks, Donelson Hermitage Warriors, Jef-

Player from Soccer Shots.

ferson Street Bills, Una Bears Williamson County: Franklin Cowboys, Spring Hill Hawks, Brentwood Blaze, Nolensville Panthers Wilson County: Mount Juliet Bears Sumner County: Hendersonville Titans Rutherford County: Oakland Patriots, Blackman Blaze YMCA Youth Flag Football ymcamidtn.org Grades K - 8 in Murfreesboro and Franklin and ages 2 - 6 in Brentwood can play flag football from Aug. Oct. Registration begins in June/July.

ICE HOCKEY Centennial Sportsplex 222 25th Ave. N., Nashville 615-862-8480 Nashville Youth Hockey League (nyhl.com, 615-678-1639) offers recreational house leagues for ages 6 - 16. Registration opens in late August and season runs Oct. - March. All games and practices are held at Centennial Sportsplex. Ford Ice Center 5264 Hickory Hollow Pkwy. Antioch | 615-742-4399 The Scott Hamilton Skating Academy (scotthamiltonacademy.com/learn-toskate) offers Learn-to-Skate hockey for ages 6 - 15. G.O.A.L!, the Nashville Predators

Get your child started with rec sports.

Players from Little Preds Learn to Play.

Get Out and Learn! program, is a free on-ice youth hockey series for boys and girls ages 4 - 12 with no prior hockey experience. Try Hockey for Free is a program for ages 4 - 8 allowing kids to give hockey a try during one session only. Little Preds Learn to Play is a program for first-time participants. Weekly sessions of age-appropriate on-ice instruction. PREDecessor is for ages 4 16 who have completed either G.O.A.L!, Learn-to-Skate or a Try Hockey for Free program first. Teams are divided into 8U, 12U and 18U. Ford Ice Center is also home to the Nashville Predators Amateur Hockey Association, a youth house league for boys and girls ages 5 - 18. There are winter, spring and fall sessions available.

for spring season March - May. Leagues include: Davidson County: Nashville Soccer Club, Nashville United Soccer Academy, FC Academy Nashville, Nashville FC Youth, Nashville Youth Soccer Association Rutherford County: Murfreesboro Soccer Club, Stones River Futbol Club (formerly called North Rutherford Soccer) Sumner County: Portland Soccer Club, Gallatin Soccer Club, Hendersonville Soccer Club Wilson County: Eagle Express Soccer Club, Wilson United Soccer League Williamson County: Columbia Soccer Association, Fairview Soccer Association, Williamson County Soccer Association.

SOCCER

YMCA Youth Soccer ymcamidtn.org Ages 3 - 9 in Murfreesboro, Smyrna, Mt. Juliet; ages 3 - 11 DonelsonHermitage, East Nashville; ages 3 - 13 in Spring Hill; and ages 3 - 17 in Brentwood. Registration begins in June or July and season runs Aug. - Oct.

Soccer Shots soccershots.org Ages 2 - 8 can learn to play soccer in Hendersonville, Mt. Juliet, Murfreesboro, Nolensville and Richland Park areas. Season runs Aug. - Nov. Tennessee State Soccer Association tnsoccer.org Youth recreational soccer. Registration begins in May for fall season Aug. Oct. Registration begins mid-October

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Nashville Children’s Theatre Nashville Children’s Theatre is the country’s oldest, professional theatre for youth and the largest theatre in Middle Tennessee. Founded in 1931, generations of Nashvillians have attended and continue to attend NCT productions.

The NCT Drama School offers year-round drama camps and classes for ages 4 - 18.

With plays and musicals performed by professional adults, NCT productions entertain and inspire youth from the youngest children through high school age

Believing the culturally curious child is the future, Nashville Children’s Theatre nurtures the next generation of global citizens by providing transformational theatrical experiences which reflect our evolving community, instill profound empathy, and foster personal discovery. Show Photos: Tuck Everlasting, The Hundred Dresses, The Snowy Day and Other Stories by Ezra Jack Keats

615-254-9103 or NashvilleCT.org 25 Middleton Street Nashville, TN 37210 - FREE PARKING ON SITE

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Theater, dance & opera make great family entertainment options for now and on through 2019.

FANTASTICAL

An epic journey of home, love and family, Anastasia comes to TPAC March 19 - 24, 2019. Pictured here: Original Broadway cast members Christy Altomare and Derek Klena, photographed by Matthew Murphy.

Act 1 at Darkhorse Theater act1online.com

• Nov. 9 - 24: The Romancers • Feb. 15 - March 2: The Bomb-itty of Errors • April 5 - 20: Jack and the Giant • May 24 - June 8: Violent Delights

Act Too Players 615-294-0667 acttooplayers.com

• Jan. 18 - 20: 101 Dalmatians • Jan. 19 - 27: Shrek • Jan. 25: Charlotte’s Web • Jan. 26 - 27: Chicago • Date TBA: Smokey Joe’s Cafe

Act Too Pro 615-294-0667 • acttoopro.com

Show lineup not available at press time.

Actors Bridge Ensemble 615-498-4077 • actorsbridge.org • Nov. 2 - 4: Frozen Moment • Nov. 9 - 17: The Wolves • March 22 - 31: Citizen: An American Lyric • June 20 - 22: Act Like a GRRRL • July 12 - 21: Kodachrome

Actors Point Theatre 615-431-9620 actorspointtheatre.com

• Dec. 6 - 15: Every Christmas Story Ever Told • Feb. 7 - 16: Sense & Sensibility

Arts Center of Cannon County 615-563-2787 artscenterofcc.com

• Nov. 2 - 17: Hello, Dolly! • Dec. 14 - 16: Christmas with the Ultimate Oldies • Feb. 8 - 23: Singin’ in the Rain • March 29 - April 13: The Nerd • July 12 - 27: We Will Rock You • Aug. 16 - 31: Mamma Mia • Sept. 20 - Oct. 5: Clue the Musical

Bravo Creative Arts Center 615-599-5314 bravocreativeartscenter.com

Show lineup not available at press time.

Center for the Arts 615-904-2787 boroarts.org

• Nov. 2 - 11: A Midsummer Night’s Dream • Nov. 30 - Dec. 16: Miracle on 34th Street • Jan. 11 - 27: Newsies • Feb. 8 - 17: Sense & Sensibility • March 1 - 10: Calendar Girls • March 22 - April 7: The Producers

• June 7 - 23: Footloose • July 5 - 21: The Wiz • Aug. 23 - Sept. 8: The Secret Garden • Sept. 20 - 29: Shakespeare in Love

Centre Stage Productions 615-371-8086 centrestageproductions.weebly • Nov. 10 - 11: Monty Python’s Spamalot (young@part edition)

Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre 615-646-9977 dinnertheatre.com

• Nov. 15 - Dec. 29: Elf the Musical • Nov. 23 - Dec. 29: The Game Show Show • Dec. 7 - 22: All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth (children’s show)

Circle Players 615-332-7529 circleplayers.net

• Jan. 10 - 20: Avenue Q • March 22 - April 7: If/Then • May 31 - June 16: A Chorus Line

Encore Theatre Company 615-598-8950 encore-theatre-company.org

• Oct. 26 - Nov. 4: Night of the Teenage Zombies • Nov. 16 - 18: A Tuna Christmas • Dec. 7 - 16: A Nice Family Christmas

Hendersonville Performing Arts Company 615-826-6037 • hpactn.com

• Nov. 23 - Dec. 9: The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe • Feb. 7 - 24: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers • March 29 - April 14: The Dixie Swim Club • May 23 - June 9: Shrek the Musical

Lakewood Theatre Company 615-847-0934 lakewoodtheatre.org

• Oct. 5 - 21: Dracula: The Undead • Nov. 2 - 18: Journey’s End • Nov. 30 - Dec. 16: Breakfast at Tiffany’s • Dec. 18 - 21: A Christmas Carol

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On STAGES The Larry Keeton Theatre 615-883-8375 thelarrykeetontheatre.org

• Oct. 11 - 27: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee • Nov. 29 - Dec. 16: A Christmas Carol • March 28 - April 13: Sister Act the Musical

Murfreesboro Little Theatre 615-893-9825 • mltarts.com

• Oct. 12 - 28: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow • Nov. 9 - 18: Sylvia • Dec. 7 - 16: Save Toyland • Feb. 1 - 17: Cabaret • April 5 - 14: The Pillowman • May 10 - 26: Othello • June 7 - 23: Fun Home • July 12 - 21: The Little Foxes

Nashville Ballet 615-297-2966 nashvilleballet.com

• Oct. 18 - 20: Seven Deadly Sins • Dec. 13: Paul Vasterling’s 20th Anniversary Gala Performance • Dec. 1 - 23: Nashville’s Nutcracker • Feb. 8 - 10: Attitude — Lucy Negro Redux • March 31: Family Day at the Ballet • April 26 - 28: Modern Masters with Ben Folds • May 31 - June 3: Carmina Burana

Nashville Children’s Theatre 615-252-4675 • nashvillect.org

• Nov. 8 - Dec. 23: Disney’s The Little Mermaid • Jan. 17 - Feb. 3: Ghost • Feb. 21 - April 7: The Very Hungry Caterpillar • April 25 - May 19: Tomas and the Library Lady

• Nov. 17: Pop-Up Shakespeare: Richard III • Jan. 10 - Feb. 2: Julius Caesar • Aug. 8 - Sept. 15: Shakespeare in the Park: The Tempest and Pericles

Off the Square Theatre offthesquarefranklin.com

Show lineup not available at press time.

OZ Nashville 615-350-7200 ozartsnashville.org

Pull-Tight Players 615-791-5007 • pull-tight.com

• Nov. 30 - Dec. 15: A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play • Jan. 25 - Feb. 9: On Golden Pond • March 29 - April 13: Steel Magnolias • May 31 - June 15: Big Fish

Springhouse Theatre Company 615-852-8499 springhousetheatre.com

• Nov. 15: Ghosted • Dec. 14 - 15: ink • Dec. 19: The Longest Night • Feb. 22 - 24: The Triangle & Girls • May 8: Papalagui

• Dec. 7 - 16: Sanders Family Christmas • Feb. 8 - 24: Over the River and Through the Woods • March 29 - April 14: The Curious Savage

Perform Murfreesboro 615-867-7244 murfreesborotn.gov/parks

Street Theatre Company 615-554-7414 streettheatrecompany.org

• Nov. 30 - Dec. 9: Beauty and the Beast Jr. • Feb. 22 - 24: Aladdin Jr. • March 8 - 15: Winnie the Pooh • April 2 - May 5: High School Musical Jr.

GIDDY UP!

• Nov. 2 - 17: Brooklyn the Musical

Studio Tenn Theatre Company 615-541-8200 • studiotenn.com

• Dec. 7 - 30: Beauty and the Beast • Feb. 8 - 17: Cat On a Hot Tin Roof • March 14 - 17: The Sinatra Legacy: A Tribute to Ol’ Blue Eyes • May 17 - June 2: Damn Yankees

Local kids in the cast add charm to Nashville’s Nutcracker. This Nashville Ballet production celebrates its 11th year during the 2018 holiday season. Pictured here are the Dancing Bear Cavalry, which debuted in 2017.

Nashville Opera at TPAC 615-782-4040 nashvilleopera.org

• Nov. 9 - 11: Three Decembers • April 4 & 6: Tales of Hoffmann • May 10 - 12: The Cradle will Rock

Nashville Repertory Theatre 615-782-4040 nashvillerep.org

• Oct. 13 - Nov. 3: A Doll’s House, Part 2 • Nov. 24 - Dec. 22: A Christmas Story • Feb. 9 - 23: Topdog/Underdog • March 23 - April 20: Shakespeare in Love • May 2019: Ingram New Works Festival

Nashville Shakespeare Festival nashvilleshakes.org

• Oct. 20: Pop-Up Shakespeare: The Taming of the Shrew

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Tennessee Women’s Theater Project (TWTP) twtp.org

Show lineup not available at press time.

The Theater Bug 615-818-7358 thetheaterbug.org

• Dec. 6 - 9: Seventh Annual Winter Concert

Towne Centre Theatre 615-221-1174 townecentretheatre.com

• Oct. 5 - 20: Bad Seed • Dec. 7 - 27: A Christmas Carol

TPAC’s Broadway Series 615-782-4040 • tpac.org

• Jan. 15 - 20: On Your Feet! • Feb. 12 - 17: A Bronx Tale • March 19 - 24: Anastasia • April 30 - May 5: Hello, Dolly! • June 4 - 9: Miss Saigon • June 25 - 30: Fiddler on the Roof

TPAC’s Broadway Specials 615-782-4040 • tpac.org

• Oct. 24 - Nov. 4: The Phantom of the Opera • Nov. 13 - 18: Irving Berlin’s White Christmas • Dec. 13 - 23: Peter Pan and Tinker Bell: A Pirate’s Christmas • March 12 - 17: The Book of Mormon • April 12 - 13: Rock of Ages

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Watkins College of Art, Design & Film 2298 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville watkins.edu | 615-383-4848

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FRIST CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS MARTIN ARTQUEST GALLERY 919 Broadway, Nashville fristcenter.org | 615-244-3340

Williamson County Parks & Rec wcparksandrec.com | 615-790-5719

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More than 30 hands-on art activities for kids. Admission is free for ages 18 and younger.

CHEEKWOOD EDUCATION DEPT. 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville cheekwood.org | 615-353-9827 Art classes available for adults, teens and youth, 2 years and older.

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Murfreesboro Parks & Rec murfreesborotn.gov/parks | 615-890-5333 ———————————————————————————————

FIRSTLIGHT ARTS ACADEMY 1710 General George Patton Drive, #108, Brentwood firstlightaa.org | 615-202-6426 Firstlight is an art school for kids and adults. Teaching is strong on artistic techniques and concepts as well as individual encouragement and development of each artist’s style.

ANN CARROLL SCHOOL OF DANCE 1121 Harpeth Industrial Ct., Ste. 500, Franklin anncarrollschoolofdance.com | 615-790-6468 Voted #1 dance school 16 years, offering ballet, tap, jazz, voice, acting and hip hop. ———————————————————————————————

Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center’s Arts After School Program 1017 Antebellum Cir., Hendersonville hendersonvillearts.org | 615-822-0789 ———————————————————————————————

Nashville School of the Arts 1250 Foster Ave., Nashville schools.mnps.org/nashville-school-of-the-arts-highschool 615-291-6600 ———————————————————————————————

Sarratt Youth Art Institute 207 Sarratt Student Center, Nashville vanderbilt.edu/sarrattart/summer-youth-art-institute 615-343-0491

ARTISTIC ELEMENTS 7061 Moores Lane #400, Brentwood artistcelementsdance.com | 615-472-9471 We offer dance classes for students ages 18 months and older in the styles of ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, contemporary, hip hop, modern, stretch & strength, acrobatics and tumbling.

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BARFIELD SCHOOL OF DANCE 2298 Barfield Road, Murfreesboro barfieldschoolofdance.com | 615-896-3118 Classes for tots to adults in Kindermusic, tap, jazz, ballet, Irish step dance, pointe, hip hop, modern and more. ———————————————————————————————

Bellevue Dance Center 7097-J Old Harding Pike, Nashville bellevuedancecenter.com | 615-662-8553 ———————————————————————————————

Exceptional dance training in a positive environment.

DANCE IN BLOOM 7982-A Coley Davis Road, Nashville danceinbloom.com | 615-662-4819 We offer classes for ages 2 and older in ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, improv, comp, cheer and new athletic boys dance. Classes are upbeat and fun! Ask about our birthday parties!

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The Dancer’s School 2159 N. Thompson Lane, C5-7, Murfreesboro thedancersschool.com | 615-907-1155

BARFIELD SCHOOL OF DANCE Cultivating excellence in dancers of all ages for over 20 years in Murfreesboro (ages newborns - adult)

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Elite Dance & Fitness 7177 Nolensville Road, Ste. B1, Nolensville elitedanceandfitness.com | 615-776-4202

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Murfreesboro Academy of Music 211 Uptown Sq., Murfreesboro murfreesboromusic.com | 615-905-1882 ———————————————————————————————

Music City Youth Orchestra musiccityyo.org | 615-200-6296 ———————————————————————————————

GRASSLAND DANCE ACADEMY 111 Battlewood St., Franklin gdadance.com | 615-790-7660 Grassland Dance Academy is dedicated to guiding youth in the direction of their goals and helping students develop self confidence through dance and creative movement.

A & G MUSIC 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville agmusicnashville.com | 615-485-7755 Private lessons for ages 4 to adult in piano, voice, bass, guitar, drums, saxophone, violin and more. ———————————————————————————————

Nashville Children’s Choir nashvillechildrenschoir.org ———————————————————————————————

Nashville Symphony nashvillesymphony.org | 615-687-6500 ———————————————————————————————

Nashville Youth Orchestra blair.vanderbilt.edu/precollege-adult/NYOP.php 615-322-7651 ———————————————————————————————

School of Rock Franklin 615 Bakers Bridge Ave., Ste. 100, Franklin franklin.schoolofrock.com | 615-221-9700

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BELMONT ACADEMY 1900 Belmont Blvd., Nashville belmontacademy.net | 615-460-6346

School of Rock Nashville 3201 Belmont Blvd., Nashville schoolofrock.com | 615-730-5306

Belmont Academy offers outstanding, yet affordable, music instruction in a variety of disciplines, for students of all ages —young children through adults.

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SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE BALLET Main Campus: 3630 Redmon St., Nashville Brentwood: 500 Wilson Pike Circle, Ste. 119 nashvilleballet.com | 615-297-2966, ext. 910 School of Nashville Ballet offers world-class dance instruction to ages 2 and older. Children can stretch their imaginations, nurture their skill and artistry, or let loose and express themselves.

Blair School of Music 2400 Blakemore Ave., Nashville blair.vanderbilt.edu | 615-322-7651 ———————————————————————————————

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W.O. Smith Music School 1125 Eighth Ave. S., Nashville wosmith.org | 615-255-8355

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Williamson County Parks & Rec See listing under “Art.” MOBILE MUSIC ACADEMY mobilemusicacademy.com | 615-301-8589

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Franklin School of Performing Arts 415 Duke Drive, Ste. 370, Franklin franklinschoolofperformingarts.com | 615-628-8444 ———————————————————————————————

Metro Parks See listing under “Art.” EXPRESSION CITY 1724 General George Patton Drive, Brentwood expressioncity.com | 615-678-4739

Adventure Science Center 800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville adventuresci.org | 615-862-5160

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NASHVILLE CHILDREN’S THEATRE 25 Middleton St., Nashville nashvillechildrenstheatre.org | 615-254-9103 Children’s plays, theatrical workshops, classes and camps. ———————————————————————————————

CHEEKWOOD 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville cheekwood.org | 615-356-8000

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Perform Murfreesboro See listing under “Dance.”

The 55-acre estate is home to beautiful botanical gardens and year-round family programming celebrating the four seasons.

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TPAC Education 505 Deaderick St., Nashville tpac.org/education | 615-687-4291

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The Theater Bug 4809 Gallatin Pike, Nashville thetheaterbug.org | 615-818-7358

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COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM 222 Fifth Ave. S., Nashville countrymusichalloffame.org | 615-416-2001 The museum is a fun place for families to discover and learn more about country music, past and present. Engaging exhibits and hands-on programs offer memorable experiences for all ages. ———————————————————————————————

Discovery Center 502 S.E. Broad St., Murfreesboro explorethedc.org | 615-890-2300 ———————————————————————————————

Fontanel 4125 Whites Creek Pike, Nashville fontanel.com | 615-724-1600

Historic Travellers Rest 636 Farrell Pkwy., Nashville travellersrestplantation.org | 615-832-8197

Nashville Zoo 3777 Nolensville Road, Nashville nashvillezoo.org | 615-833-1534

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Lane Motor Museum 702 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville lanemotormuseum.org | 615-742-7445

The Parthenon 2500 West End Ave., Nashville nashville.gov/parks-and-recreation/parthenon.aspx 615-862-8431

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Ryman Auditorium 116 Fifth Ave. N., Nashville ryman.com | 615-889-3060 ———————————————————————————————

LUCKY LADD FARMS 4374 Rocky Glade Road, Eagleville luckyladdfarms.com | 615-274-3786 Tennessee’s largest petting zoo and educational farm featuring more than 100 animals that children can pet and feed. Special events during the spring and fall.

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Stars and Strikes 333 N. Lowry St., Smyrna starsandstrikes.com | 678-965-5707 ———————————————————————————————

Stones River National Battlefield 3501 Old Nashville Hwy., Murfreesboro nps.gov/stri | 615-893-9501

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Frist Center for the Visual Arts 919 Broadway, Nashville fristcenter.org | 615-244-3340 ———————————————————————————————

Grand Ole Opry 2804 Opryland Drive, Nashville opry.com | 800-733-6779 ———————————————————————————————

HENDERSONVILLE STRIKE & SPARE FAMILY FUN CENTER AND CIRCUS WORLD 90 Volunteer Drive, Ste. 300, Hendersonville strikeandsparebowling.com | 615-824-5685 The BEST place in Middle Tennessee for family fun. Forty-six bowling lanes, bumper cars, Laser Frenzy, Time Freak, roller skating, soft-play, Gyro Extreme, bungee trampolines, bar & grill, bowling leagues and awesome birthday parties! ———————————————————————————————

HERMITAGE STRIKE & SPARE FAMILY FUN CENTER 3436 Lebanon Pike, Hermitage hermitagelanes.sastn.com | 615-883-8900 Join us for bowling, bumper cars, Laser Frenzy, Gyro Extreme, Time Freak & Legends Bar & Grill. Ask about our children & adult bowling leagues. ———————————————————————————————

The Hermitage 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville thehermitage.com | 615-889-2941 ———————————————————————————————

Historic Rock Castle 139 Rock Castle Lane, Hendersonville historicrockcastle.com | 615-824-0502

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Sam Davis Home 1399 Sam Davis Road, Smyrna samdavishome.org | 615-459-2341

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Will Your Favorite Win? TENNESSEE STATE MUSEUM 1000 Rosa L. Parks Blvd., Nashville tnmuseum.org | 615-741-2692

TOPGOLF 500 Cowan St., Nashville topgolf.com/kidzone | 615-777-3007

One of the largest and finest museums in the nation with extensive collections of historic Tennessee paintings, ceramics, textiles, furniture and crafts. No admission charge. Closed Mondays, New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

We’ll announce the winners of our annual BEST OF PARENTING READER’S POLL in the November 2018 issue!

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CAMPS

Whippoorwill Farm Day Camp 7840 Whippoorwill Lane, Fairview whippoorwill.com | 615-799-9925

WeHaKee Camp for Girls 715 28th St. S., La Crosse, WI wehakeecampforgirls.com | 800-582-2267

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YMCA Camp Ocoee 111 YMCA Drive, Ocoee, TN campocoee.com | 423-338-5588

LOCAL DAY CAMPS Ann Carroll School of Dance 1121 Harpeth Industrial Court, Ste. 500, Franklin anncarrollschoolofdance.com | 615-790-6468 ———————————————————————————————

Barefoot Republic Camp barefootrepublic.org | 615-599-9683 ———————————————————————————————

Battle Ground Academy Camps Harpeth Campus (Grades K - 4) 150 Franklin Road, Franklin 615-567-2002 Glen Echo Campus (Grades 5 - 12) 336 Ernest Rice Lane, Franklin 615-794-3501 battlegroundacademy.org ———————————————————————————————

Camp Invention campinvention.org | 800-968-4332 ———————————————————————————————

Creekside Riding Academy 2359 Lewisburg Pike, Franklin creeksideridingstables.com | 615-595-7547 ———————————————————————————————

DAVID DEATON KARATE Brentwood | 615-377-1100 Hendersonville | 615-824-9111 Lebanon | 615-547-1754 Mt. Juliet | 615-754-6878 daviddeaton.com The free one-month summer camp gives children these five great life skills: 1) Easy-to-learn self-defense; 2) Vital safety tips; 3) How to handle bullies; 4) What to do when parents aren’t around; and 5) What to do when confronted by strangers. ———————————————————————————————

Deer Run Retreat and Christian Camps 3845 Perkins Road, Thompson’s Station deerrunretreat.org | 615-794-2918 ———————————————————————————————

Franklin Road Academy Summer Camp 4700 Franklin Pike, Nashville fracamps.com | 615-831-0769

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YMCA CAMP WIDJIWAGAN 3088 Smith Springs Road, Nashville campwidji.org | 615-360-2267 Voted #1 in camps in middle Tennessee! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, magical and educational experience for all guests and children who come to the outdoor center.

RESIDENTIAL CAMPS Camp Juliette Low 321 Camp Juliette Low Road, Cloudland, GA cjl.org | 770-428-1062 ———————————————————————————————

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Montgomery Bell Academy Camps & Special Programs 4001 Harding Road, Nashville montgomerybell.edu | 615-298-5514 ———————————————————————————————

Peachtree Farms Equestrian Center 4819 Hwy. 96 E., Arrington peachtreefarms.com | 615-419-1089

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SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPS Camp Discovery 400 Camp Discovery Lane, Gainesboro jayceecamp.org | 931-268-0239

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Camp Walkabout 171 Baylor School Road, Chattanooga baylorschool.org/summer/overnight-camps/campwalkabout/index.aspx | 432-267-8506, ext. 827

Camp Sign Me Up/Bridges for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (special needs) 935 Edgehill Ave., Nashville bridgesfordeafandhh.org | 615-248-8828

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Camp Woodmont 381 Moonlight Drive, Cloudland, GA campwoodmont.com | 423-472-6070

Easter Seals Tennessee Camp 750 Old Hickory Blvd., #2-260, Brentwood easterseals.com/tennessee/our-programs/campingrecreation | 615-292-6640, ext. 2

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Cub Creek Science Camp 16795 St. Rt. E, Rolla, MO mosciencecamp.com | 573-458-2125 ———————————————————————————————

French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts 199 Bouchoux Brook Road, Hancock, NY frenchwoods.com | 800-634-1703 ———————————————————————————————

Horton Haven Christian Camp 3711 Reed Harris Road, Chapel Hill hortonhaven.org | 931-364-7656 ———————————————————————————————

Oak Hill School Camps 4815 Franklin Road, Nashville oakhillschool.org | 615-297 6544 ———————————————————————————————

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iD Tech Summer Camps idtech.com | 888-709-8324 Indian Creek Camp 150 Cabin Circle Drive. Liberty indiancreekcamp.com | 615-448-1023

Voted #1 in camps in middle Tennessee! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, magical and educational experience for all guests and children who come to the outdoor center.

Camp Laney for Boys 916 West River Road, Mentone, AL camplaney.com | 256-634-4066

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YMCA CAMP WIDJIWAGAN 3088 Smith Springs Road, Nashville campwidji.org | 615-360-2267

RIVERVIEW CAMP FOR GIRLS 757 County Road, Mentone, AL riverviewcamp.com | 800-882-0722 Riverview Camp is one of the best summer camps for girls located on beautiful Lookout Mountain. Activities include nature, gymnastics, sports, arts and more. ———————————————————————————————

RobotiX Institute 1555 W. McEven Drive, Ste. 300, Franklin robotixinstitute.net | 615-721-2650 ———————————————————————————————

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God’s Word will be the emphasis of each daily activity, because understanding the love of Jesus is the firmest foundation we can offer a child. Using a tailored curriculum, we will emphasize age appropriate skills pertaining to a child’s development mentally, physically, socially, and spiritually. Skills will be taught in a way that all learning styles are addressed and learning will be fun.

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CHILD-CARE & PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY AIRPORT AREA THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE 601 Marriott Drive, Nashville thegardnerschool.com | 615-882-0440 Director: Vernise Wilson

Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time Educational/Developmental Programs: The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddler and Twos; Itsy, Bity Yoga; American Sign Language; DLM Early Childhood Express for preschoolers; Growing with Mathematics and Handwriting Without Tears enhancement programs. Philosophy: The Gardner School’s unique learning atmosphere incorporates a careful blend of traditional and Montessori styles of learning through teacher-directed activities and structured play. We believe that each child should be provided experiences that boost comfort and self-esteem, which is essential in the adjusting, exploring and growing stages of child development.

ANTIOCH HOLLY TREE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL 3421 Old Anderson Road, Antioch hollytreechildcare.com | 615-366-1750

Ages: 6 wks - 12 yrs Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri, full time, part time, before- and after-school care Educational/Developmental Programs: Holly Tree is about FAITH, FAMILY, FUN … Holly Tree features a nationally recognized curriculum, degreed and experienced teachers, center-wide classroom surveillance system, coded keypad entry, and large shaded playgrounds. All meals and snacks included in tuition — including “Wake Up Wednesday” continental breakfast served weekly! Enrichment classes available and tuition includes weekly Children’s Chapel and JAM (Jesus and Me!) classes taught by our experienced children’s ministry.

BELLE MEADE BLAKEMORE CHILDREN’S CENTER 3604 Whitland Ave., Nashville blakemorechildren.org | 615-292-5443 Director: Bonnie Spear

Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Hours: 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time State of TN Star Rating: 3 Educational/Developmental Programs: Inclusive, multi-age learning environment. Our mission is to grow children who are self-reliant, confident, lifelong learners. Philosophy: BCC’s approach to learning is inspired by the philosophy of Reggio Emilia. Children are viewed as competent and curious individuals with the right to be learners and teachers along with staff and families.

PAISLEY HALL PRESCHOOL 4311 Idaho Ave., Nashville 615-269-4150 Director: Rowena Whaling

Ages: 9 mos - 5 yrs Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time Philosophy: We are committed to providing a loving, nurturing, home-like environment to foster the intellectual, psychological and cultural development of each child. Additionally, we believe that creativity is fundamental in

developing a positive self-image and we employ various arts, dance, music, books, and dramatic and outdoor play activities while weaving in literature, math and science to encourage self-worth. Established in 1984. 3-Star rated.

WEST END COMMUNITY CHURCH MOTHER’S DAY OUT 235 White Bridge Pike, Nashville westendcc.org/mothers-day-out 615-463-8497, ext 432 Director: Emily Gordon

Ages: 12 mos - 5 yrs Hours: 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Days: Tue & Thu; part time Educational/Developmental Programs: God’s word is the emphasis of each daily activity. Using a tailored curriculum, we emphasize age-appropriate skills pertaining to a child’s development mentally, physically, socially and spiritually. Skills are taught in a way that all learning styles are addressed, and learning is fun. Philosophy: The Mother’s Day Out ministry of West End Community Church aims to provide a secure, loving and Christ-centered environment for children to grow and develop as Jesus did, in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men. Luke 2:52

BELLEVUE THE ACADEMY OF HARPETH VILLAGE 7836 Old Harding Pike, Nashville academychilddevelopment.com | 615-646-6171

Ages: 6 wks - 12 yrs Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full and part time Educational/Developmental Programs: GROW, LEARN, PLAY! Enrichment classes taught by certified specialists are included in tuition (technology, arts, cultures and movement). Parental classroom surveillance available and security-coded entry. Our experienced and degreed teachers LOVE their jobs! All meals, including our (daily) continental-style breakfast, prepared by nutrition-savvy chefs. Awardwinning High Reach Learning curriculum. Well-known for creative seasonal activities and EXCLUSIVE programs such as KINDERGARTEN BOOT CAMP (also included in tuition!). Voted Best Child Care Centers in Williamson County for the past nine consecutive years!

ACTIVE LEARNING CENTER 7676 Old Harding Pike, Nashville activelearningcenters.com | 615-662-1362 Director: Chris Poppendorf, Chasity McCormack

Ages: 6 weeks - 12 years Hours: 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time, before- and after-school care, mother’s day out Star Rating: 3 Educational/Developmental Programs: ALC is a private preschool that focuses on play, interaction and questioning as a mode for learning. Philosophy: To provide quality care in the least restrictive environment allowing children to become lifelong learners.

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BRENTWOOD THE ACADEMY OF MARYLAND FARMS 201 Westwood Place, Brentwood academychilddevelopment.com | 615-221-5155

Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs, some school age Hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time Educational/Developmental Programs: GROW, LEARN, PLAY! Enrichment classes taught by certified specialists are included in tuition (technology, arts, cultures and movement). Parental classroom surveillance available and security-coded entry. Our experienced and degreed teachers LOVE their jobs! All meals, including our (daily) continental-style breakfast, prepared by nutrition-savvy chefs. Awardwinning High Reach Learning curriculum. Well-known for creative seasonal activities and EXCLUSIVE programs such as KINDERGARTEN BOOT CAMP (also included in tuition!). Voted Best Child Care Centers in Williamson County for the past nine consecutive years!

THE ACADEMY OF POWELL PLACE 205 Powell Place, Brentwood academychilddevelopment.com | 615-512-6888

Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full and part time Educational/Developmental Programs: GROW, LEARN, PLAY! Enrichment classes taught by certified specialists are included in tuition (technology, arts, cultures and movement). Parental classroom surveillance available and security-coded entry. Our experienced and degreed teachers LOVE their jobs! All meals, including our (daily) continental-style breakfast, prepared by nutrition-savvy chefs. Awardwinning High Reach Learning curriculum. Well-known for creative seasonal activities and EXCLUSIVE programs such as KINDERGARTEN BOOT CAMP (also included in tuition!). Voted Best Child Care Centers in Williamson County for the past nine consecutive years!

EAST BRENTWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH PRESCHOOL 9000 Concord Road, Brentwood eastbrentwoodpc.com 615-370-4227 or 615-266-3947 Director: Sheri Vosel

Ages: 2 - 5 yrs Hours: 9:15 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time State of TN Star Rating: 3 Educational/Developmental Programs: We nurture a child’s early childhood education by providing a Christian environment that promotes school readiness while focusing on the whole child. Our curriculum is guided by the needs of each child, and covers handwriting, science, reading and math. And best of all, it has the children up and out of their seats - counting, dancing and singing! Philosophy: Our preschool seeks to nurture a child’s early childhood experience by providing a welcoming, Christian environment that enhances learning and promotes the whole development of the child.

HOLLY TREE CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL 1384 Holly Tree Gap Road, Brentwood hollytreechildcare.com | 615-377-6636

Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Hours: 6:45 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri, full time and part time Educational/Developmental Programs: Holly Tree is about FAITH, FAMILY, FUN … Holly Tree features a nationally recognized curriculum, degreed and experienced teachers, center-wide classroom surveillance system, coded keypad entry, and large shaded playgrounds. All meals and snacks included in tuition — including “Wake Up Wednesday” continental breakfast served weekly! Enrichment classes available and tuition includes weekly Children’s Chapel and JAM (Jesus and Me!) classes taught by our experienced children’s ministry. “Family Time Events” planned monthly! Call today to reserve your spot.

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MICAH CHILDREN’S ACADEMY

2001 Old Hickory Blvd., Brentwood micahchildrensacademy.org | 615-942-5162 Director: Theresa LePore Ages: 6 wks - 6 yrs Hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time, before- and after-school care State of TN Star Rating: 3 Educational/Developmental Programs: We provide nature, yoga, tumbling, music, Judaica and Spanish immersion as our enrichment classes to students ages 18 months - 6 years. We also provide opportunities for after-school extracurricular activities for students. We offer ballet, tennis, gymnastics and soccer. Philosophy: We have a vision of age-appropriate learning programs based on integrating the best of early childhood theories, practices and current research. We have implemented project-based/hands-on approaches and a Jewish valuesbased curriculum. This model of instruction promotes ideas that we feel are essential to learning: project-based learning, representing learning in a variety of ways, and providing children with real-life experiences.

MONTESSORI ACADEMY

6021 Cloverland Drive, Brentwood montessoriacad.org | 615-833-3610 Director: Dr. Jim Bernstorf, Head of School Ages: 3 months - Grade 8 Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time, half day, after-school care Educational/Developmental Programs: Montessori Education Philosophy: We are an authentic, accredited Montessori school. Each classroom has certified teachers who prepare developmentally appropriate environments. Children develop independence, become motivated learners, gain confidence and become responsible community members — executive functions that flow from the child-centric philosophy. The child is allowed to develop at his or her own pace in a supportive and nurturing environment.

THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF BRENTWOOD/COOL SPRINGS

1591 Mallory Lane, Brentwood thegardnerschool.com | 615-613-0472 Director: Rachel McCormick Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time Educational/Developmental Programs: The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddler and Twos; Itsy, Bity Yoga; American Sign Language; DLM Early Childhood Express for preschoolers; Growing with Mathematics and Handwriting Without Tears enhancement programs. Philosophy: The Gardner School’s unique learning atmosphere incorporates a careful blend of traditional and Montessori styles of learning through teacher-directed activities and structured play. We believe that each child should be provided experiences that boost comfort and self-esteem, which is essential in the adjusting, exploring and growing stages of child development.

THE GODDARD SCHOOL

1101 Moher Blvd., Franklin goddardschool.com/FranklinTN | 615-595-2525 On-site Owner: Sue Spisso Ages: 6 wks - 6 yrs Hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time, half day Educational/Developmental Programs: The Goddard School’s F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) is grounded in research on how children learn best: children experience the deepest, most genuine learning when they are having fun. It’s designed to help build each child’s emotional, academic, social, creative and physical skills. Philosophy: Children learn best through experience. The Goddard School embraces this philosophy by helping children explore and discover their interests through play, so they become school-ready, career-ready and life-ready. This is part of our promise to you.

DOWNTOWN/ MIDTOWN THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF MIDTOWN 1811 State St., Nashville thegardnerschool.com | 615-630-7700 Director: Erika Cole

NIA HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL 620 N. First St., Nashville niahousemontessori.com | 615-887-7154

Ages: 12 mos - 5 yrs Philosophy: Nia House Montessori School is a private school in the heart of Nashville. With a commitment to being a socio-economic and culturally diverse community, we provide children with an educational environment that encourages curiosity, exploration and discovery as a means to achieve academic excellence. Our children are guided by highly qualified four-year degreed teachers who deeply believe in inspiring the genius in all children.

COOL SPRINGS THE ACADEMY OF COOL SPRINGS

270 Seaboard Lane, Franklin academychilddevelopment.com | 615-771-2898 Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs, some school age Hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time Educational/Developmental Programs: GROW, LEARN, PLAY! Enrichment classes taught by certified specialists are included in tuition (technology, arts, cultures and movement). Parental classroom surveillance available and security-coded entry. Our experienced and degreed teachers LOVE their jobs! All meals, including our (daily) continentalstyle breakfast, prepared by nutrition-savvy chefs. Awardwinning High Reach Learning curriculum. Well-known for creative seasonal activities and EXCLUSIVE programs such as KINDERGARTEN BOOT CAMP (also included in tuition!). Voted Best Child Care Centers in Williamson County for the past nine consecutive years!

“From the moment we stepped into Creek Wood Academy we knew that this was where our child belongs. We feel completely at home and at ease. The hardest part for a parent is to leave their child all day, but all the teachers and employees at Creek Wood help with that transition. Everyone knows our name and our child, which makes us feel that we are a part of something wonderful. We know this is a place our child can grow, learn, have fun and be in the best possible care outside of our home. There was never any doubt in our mind that our daughter would be happy at Creek Wood.” ~ Shelley P.

THE ACADEMY OF SEABOARD LANE

122 Seaboard Lane, Franklin academychilddevelopment.com | 615-373-7529 Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full and part time Educational /Developmental Programs: GROW, LEARN, PLAY! Enrichment classes taught by certified specialists are included in tuition (technology, arts, cultures and movement). Parental classroom surveillance available and security-coded entry. Our experienced and degreed teachers LOVE their jobs! All meals, including our (daily) continentalstyle breakfast, prepared by nutrition-savvy chefs. Awardwinning High Reach Learning curriculum. Well-known for creative seasonal activities and EXCLUSIVE programs such as KINDERGARTEN BOOT CAMP (also included in tuition!). Voted Best Child Care Centers in Williamson County for the past nine consecutive years!

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FRANKLIN THE ACADEMY OF FOREST CROSSING 377 S. Royal Oaks Blvd., Franklin academychilddevelopment.com | 615-465-6296

Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time Educational /Developmental Programs: GROW, LEARN, PLAY! Enrichment classes taught by certified specialists are included in tuition (technology, arts, cultures and movement). Parental classroom surveillance available and security-coded entry. Our experienced and degreed teachers LOVE their jobs! All meals, including our (daily) continentalstyle breakfast, prepared by nutrition-savvy chefs. Awardwinning High Reach Learning curriculum. Well-known for creative seasonal activities and EXCLUSIVE programs such as KINDERGARTEN BOOT CAMP (also included in tuition!). Voted Best Child Care Centers in Williamson County for the past nine consecutive years!

THE ACADEMY OF MCKAY’S MILL 1401 Baffin Lane, Franklin academychilddevelopment.com | 615-771-1131

Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time Educational /Developmental Programs: GROW, LEARN, PLAY! Enrichment classes taught by certified specialists are included in tuition (technology, arts, cultures and movement). Parental classroom surveillance available and security-coded entry. Our experienced and degreed teachers LOVE their jobs! All meals, including our (daily) continentalstyle breakfast, prepared by nutrition-savvy chefs. Awardwinning High Reach Learning curriculum. Well-known for creative seasonal activities and EXCLUSIVE programs such as KINDERGARTEN BOOT CAMP (also included in tuition!). Voted Best Child Care Centers in Williamson County for the past nine consecutive years!

THE ACADEMY OF WESTHAVEN 114 Prospect Ave., Franklin academychilddevelopment.com | 615-790-6737

CREEK WOOD ACADEMY 100 Creek Stone Blvd., Franklin creekwoodacademy.com | 615-790-3331 Director: Kelli Wood

Ages: 6 wks - PreK Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time Educational/Developmental Programs: We are proud to be one of a few NAEYC-accredited private preschools in Franklin. What this means for your child is the highest quality early education experience available. We invite you to join our community of young leaders. Contact us for a tour and see for yourself what a difference NAEYC accreditation makes. Discounts for employees of Vanderbilt, Nissan, Law Enforcement/Military and residents of Creekstone Subdivision.

THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF FRANKLIN 131 Market Exchange Court, Franklin thegardnerschool.com | 615-656-2800 Director: Christy Wilson Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs

Hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time Educational/Developmental Programs: The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddler and Twos; Itsy, Bity Yoga; American Sign Language; DLM Early Childhood Express for preschoolers; Growing with Mathematics and Handwriting Without Tears enhancement programs. Philosophy: The Gardner School’s unique learning atmosphere incorporates a careful blend of traditional and Montessori styles of learning through teacher-directed activities and structured play. We believe that each child should be provided experiences that boost comfort and self-esteem, which is essential in the adjusting, exploring and growing stages of child development.

THE GODDARD SCHOOL 98 Moss Lane, Franklin goddardschool.com/Franklin-IITN | 615-538-2410 On-site Owner: Mark Drinko

Ages: 6 wks - 6 yrs Hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time, half day Educational/Developmental Programs: The Goddard School’s F.L.EX.® Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) is grounded in research on how children learn best: children experience the deepest, most genuine learning when they are having fun. It’s designed to help build each child’s emotional, academic, social, creative and physical skills. Philosophy: Children learn best through experience. The Goddard School embraces this philosophy by helping children explore and discover their interests through play, so they become school-ready, career-ready and life-ready. This is part of our promise to you.

HIGH HOPES DEVELOPMENT CENTER 301 High Hopes Court, Franklin highhopesforkids.org | 615-661-5437 Director: Melanie Anderson Ages: 6 wks - PreK Hours: School day 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. with before and after extended

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Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time, Educational/Developmental Programs: We deliver early childhood education for children with and without special needs with low pupil-to-teacher ratios, highly skilled and experienced educators with advanced training, large childfriendly classrooms and adaptive curriculums to challenge children of all levels. Philosophy: High Hopes Development Center equips children, youth and their families with skills necessary to achieve success through education, therapeutic services and loving support.

KIDDIE ACADEMY OF FRANKLIN 100 Westwind Court, Franklin kiddieacademy.com/franklin | 615-975-8124 Director: Julia Clark

Ages: 6 wks - 12 yrs Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time Educational/Developmental Programs: Life Essentials curriculum, music and more. Philosophy: Kiddie Academy’s proprietary Life Essentials curriculum focuses on social and emotional character education and physical and cognitive outcomes which are aligned with state preschool learning standards. It’s never too early for kids to learn the values that will help them develop into good citizens.

SUNSHINE DAY SCHOOL 2508 Goose Creek Bypass, Franklin southernhills.net | 615-794-5915 Director: Laura Meade

Ages: 1 year - PreK Hours: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Days: Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu; part time Educational/Developmental Programs: Our curriculum is Bible based. Our children learn ABCs, 123s, shapes, colors, memory verses, scissor skills and writing. Philosophy: We pride ourselves in providing a wonderful preschool environment for all our children. With the help of supportive and dedicated parents, teachers and staff, we are

able to accomplish our goals. With this “team” approach we are committed to the educational, emotional and spiritual growth of each child.

HENDERSONVILLE THE ACADEMY OF INDIAN LAKE VILLAGE 151 Saundersville Road, Hendersonville academychilddevelopment.com | 615-824-1159

THE GODDARD SCHOOL 108 Cinema Drive, Hendersonville goddardschool.com/HendersonvilleTN | 615-8229300 On-site Owner: Leisa Byars

dren explore and discover their interests through play, so they become school-ready, career-ready and life-ready. This is part of our promise to you.

HENDERSONVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY 162 New Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville hendersonvillemontessori.com | 615-264-3401

Ages: 2 - Grade 6 “We teach the way your child learns.” Our education program is built to your child’s unique learning style. We serve children ages 2 through sixth grade, any race, color, religion, national or ethnic origins, and are accredited with the Tennessee Department of Education. If you’re not familiar with the Montessori philosophy and would like to know what your child would experience, we invite you to look at our website and visit the classroom.

HILLSBORO ROAD GREEN HILLS - 12 SOUTH GREEN HILLS CHILD DEVELOPMENT 3420 Belmont Blvd., Nashville greenhillschild.com | 615-383-3373

Ages: Infants - K Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri Educational/Developmental Programs: Green Hills Child Development is a year-round Christian preschool and kindergarten under the Department of Education. Philosophy: Our mission is to support the God-inspired way young children learn, respecting each child’s path to social, emotional, physical, cognitive and spiritual development. The curriculum blends proven methods: Montessori materials foster intellectual growth, and imaginative play is recognized as essential to how children learn and grow.

Jewell’s Gems Where Every Child Can Shine. Conveniently located near the State Capital and MetroCenter, and just 4 miles from Vanderbilt.

Our curriculum is the best in the industry. It is researchbased, developmentally appropriate methods nurturing environments that support all learners.

ONE WEEK FREE Excellent Location, Extended Operation Hours, Newly Renovated, STEM Curriculum

Our first priority is the safety of our children and staff. We understand that a safe secure environment helps to relieve the anxiety of parents and families We view each child as a whole. We understand that providing a strong education should be balanced with a healthy eating program. That is why partnered with local farms in the mid-state to provide the children we service with as many fresh vegetables, fruits, and meats. Not only providing them with exceptional education but also exceptional nourishment.

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GROW ACADEMY 830 Kirkwood Ave., Nashville growacademynashville.com | 615-810-9970 Director: Rosalie Jordan

of a broad range of cognitive, social, physical and linguistic capacities. Full member: Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America.

Ages: 6 wks - 12 yrs Hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, part time, before- and after-school care Educational/Developmental Programs: Grow Academy is a preschool offering nurturing and developmental care to infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Kindergarten classes for 3, 4 and 5 year olds, as well as other educational school-age programs. Philosophy: To a child, each day is an adventure filled with new experiences and lessons. Our goal is to guide our students on their personal adventures in order to facilitate maximum mental, physical and emotional growth. We strive to create a nurturing environment, not only for our students to learn, but also for their parents to feel welcome and comfortable. Our mission is to play an integral role in our students’ lives — to help them grow into healthy, productive, well-rounded individuals.

ST. PAUL COMMUNITY CHURCH MOTHER’S DAY OUT 5035 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville stpaulcommunitychurch.org/mothers-day-out 615-269-4521

Ages: 12 months - 4 years Hours: 9 a.m. - 2:20 p.m. Days: Tue & Thu; part time, early care Educational/Developmental Programs: The curriculum used, MEPSS, is designed to expose the important con-

cepts that will enhance your child’s mental, emotional, physical, social and spiritual development in an age-appropriate manner. Teachers are free to add to the curriculum by using the Wee Learn or Creative Curriculums and through their own teaching experience. This curriculum has come under advisement of the lower school curriculum advisor for St. Paul Christian Academy. Philosophy: By integrating age-appropriate mental, emotional, physical and social skills with a love for Jesus Christ, each child will have the opportunity to receive a firm foundation from which to grow. We want to partner with you to provide the best care possible for your child/children to establish a firm foundation from which they can learn and grow in the love of Christ.

LINDEN WALDORF SCHOOL 3201 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville 615-354-0270 Director: Susanne Frensley

Ages: 18 mos - 3 yrs (parent/child class); 2.5 (by Jan. 1) - 6 yrs PreK - K Hours: vary by program Days: Mon - Fri; Full and part time, half day, before- and after-school care Educational/Developmental Programs: The curriculum is based on the understanding that young children who are active, playful and creative tend to be the most enthusiastic and able learners in later years. Philosophy: Our program is rich in outdoor play, storytelling, puppetry, song, poetry, cooking and artistic activities. The children thrive on daily and weekly rhythms. Toys, art materials and classroom aesthetics are natural and simple, encouraging creative play. Teachers foster the development

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MURFREESBORO THE ACADEMY OF GATEWAY 1404 Gateway Blvd., Murfreesboro academychilddevelopment.com | 615-890-5885

Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Hours: 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full and part time Educational /Developmental Programs: GROW, LEARN, PLAY! Enrichment classes taught by certified specialists are included in tuition (technology, arts, cultures and movement). Parental classroom surveillance available and security-coded entry. Our experienced and degreed teachers LOVE their jobs! All meals, including our (daily) continental-style breakfast, prepared by nutrition-savvy chefs. Awardwinning High Reach Learning curriculum. Well-known for creative seasonal activities and EXCLUSIVE programs such as KINDERGARTEN BOOT CAMP (also included in tuition!). Voted Best Child Care Centers in Williamson County for the past nine consecutive years!

BAMBINI VILLAGE MONTESSORI 1140 Cason Lane, Murfreesboro 615-405-4778

Ages: PreK - K Philosophy: Bambini Village Montessori’s mission is to lead children to discover their own unique potential in an authentic Montessori environment. Bambini Village seeks to offer children an exceptional beginning to their academic careers while helping them to develop their independence and joy of learning.

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IMAGINATION CHILDCARE Barfield Academy Preschool 220 Veterans Pkwy., Ste. B., Murfreesboro 615-809-2211 — and — Northside Christian Academy Preschool 129 Jackson Alan Drive, Murfreesboro 615-713-2574 imagination-ccg.com

WILLOW TREE ACADEMY 7140 Nolensville Road, Nolensville willowtreetn.com | 615-696-7551

Philosophy: Our mission is to offer a secure, Christianbased, multi-cultural and engaging environment, where children can develop motor, social, critical thinking, language and literacy skills while building character and self-confidence. We strive to provide an opportunity for children to develop early life skills through guidance by our staff and through immersion into our stimulating classrooms and play areas that foster social interaction, encourage exploration and trigger curiosity.

WILLOW TREE ACADEMY 2391 New Salem Hwy., Murfreesboro willowtreetn.com | 615-512-5368

Ages: 8 wks - 12 yrs Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri Educational/Developmental Programs: We provide a clean, safe, God-loving, fun educational environment. - Highquality care and established academic foundations for every child, daily Bible devotion. Philosophy: Our teachers lead with passion, giving undivided attention to guarantee your child leaves each day enriched with knowledge, creativity and a love for God’s word.

READY. SET. GOddard! We help children explore and discover their interests through play in a safe environment. We provide ample opportunities for fun learning experiences, promoting a lifelong love of learning in literacy, science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics.

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NORTH NASHVILLE JEWELL’S GEMS ACADEMY 820 Dominican Drive, Nashville jewellsgems.com | 615-678-1720 Director: Jewell Garner

Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Days: Mon - Fri Philosophy: With 25 years experience working with preschool children, we believe that school readiness can be greatly enhanced during the early childhood years — by presenting suitable activities at the appropriate time in a child's development.

NEW HORIZON CHILDCARE 2420 Batavia St., Nashville newhorizon2420@gmail.com | 615-942-6091 Director: Majorie Cordice

Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; before- and after-school care Educational /Developmental Programs: New Horizon is a preschool offering nurturing care to ages 6 weeks - 5 years old. Our goal is to offer high-quality care at affordable rates. Philosophy: Our mission is to provide an educational, safe and nurturing environment for children. Through hands-on teacher-directed activities, we allow the children to experience developmentally appropriate learning.

THOMPSON’S STATION THE ACADEMY OF HERITAGE COMMONS 4615 Thompson’s Ridge Road Thompson’s Station academychilddevelopment.com | 615-591-4040

Ages: 6 wks - 12 yrs Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full and part time Educational /Developmental Programs: GROW, LEARN, PLAY! Enrichment classes taught by certified specialists are included in tuition (technology, arts, cultures and movement). Parental classroom surveillance available and security-coded entry. Our experienced and degreed teachers LOVE their jobs! All meals, including our (daily) continental-style breakfast, prepared by nutrition-savvy chefs. Awardwinning High Reach Learning curriculum. Well-known for creative seasonal activities and EXCLUSIVE programs such as KINDERGARTEN BOOT CAMP (also included in tuition!). Voted Best Child Care Centers in Williamson County for the past nine consecutive years!

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AMERICAN CHILD CARE 5509 Corbett Lane, Nashville nowell1818@gmail.com | 615-352-6084 Director: Will Nowell

Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Hours: 6:15 a.m. - 6 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time Educational/Developmental Programs: American Child Care has been serving the Nashville area for 30 years with three locations: West Nashville, Antioch (615366-8004) and Nolensville Road (615-331-1507). Philosophy: We will develop physiological, motor, mind and activity skills through teacher-directed learning.

Preschool BRACES BY DR. RUTH Ruth Ross Edmonds, DDS, MDS 1704 Charlotte Ave., Ste. 100, Nashville bracesbydrruth.com | 615-321-3663

BROOK HOLLOW WEEKDAY PROGRAM 678 Brook Hollow Road, Nashville brookhollowweekday.com | 615-352-3099 Director: Kathy Davis Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Hours: 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; part time, half day, before- and afterschool care Star Rating: 3 Educational /Developmental Programs: Curriculum-based program, daily lesson plans, music program, structured environments, age-appropriate learning activities. Philosophy: To help children feel loved and accepted in the school setting, to build strong feelings of self-worth, to learn through play and interaction with others, to develop the whole child socially, emotionally and intellectually.

ST. LUKE’S COMMUNITY HOUSE DAYCARE 5601 New York Ave., Nashville stlch.org | 615-350-7893 Director: Ronnie Vincenti Ages: 6 wks - 5 yrs Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Days: Mon - Fri; full time, before- and after-school care Star Rating: 3 Educational /Developmental Programs: St. Luke’s offers a licensed child development program focusing on kindergarten readiness that has received the Tennessee Department of Human Services highest rating. All classrooms utilize the Read to Success curriculum and are assisted by our full-time instructional coach. Philosophy: St. Luke’s students build early literacy and academic skills; use listening, writing and technology centers; excel socially and emotionally; embrace diversity and multiculturalism; eat healthy meals and snacks daily.

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Infants, toddlers, preschool and school age programs. Now offering Kindergarten classes for 3, 4 & 5 year olds

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As seen on TV’s The Doctors, Dr. Ruth is committed to providing excellent, outstanding service to you and your family with the most effective and efficient treatment available. A latex-free office with the latest technology. 2016 Best of Parenting winner. ———————————————————————————————

BRENTWOOD PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 95 Seaboard Lane, Ste. 102, Brentwood brentwoodpediatricdentistry.com | 615-377-3080 Voted #1 pediatric dentistry five years in a row by Williamson Parent readers! Fun, friendly, yet serious about dental health. Rely on us for complete care with minimized discomfort through the most appropriate technologies available. ———————————————————————————————

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830 Kirkwood Ave. 615-810-9970 growacademynashville.com

CALDWELL PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 5505 Edmondson Pike, Ste. 204, Nashville caldwellpediatricdentistry.com | 615-834-1383 Providing specialized dentistry for children and adolescents in a “child-friendly” environment. As pediatric dentists, we focus on preventative care to help each child grow a healthy smile that will last a lifetime. Our office serves infants, children, teens and children with special health-care needs. ———————————————————————————————

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Village

• Focus on literacy, social, & emotional development • Center-based learning with Frogstreet curriculum • Healthy meals and snacks included • Diverse student population • Large playgrounds, gym, and outdoor classroom • Classes range from 6-weeks to Pre-Kindergarten • Caring, well-trained teachers

(615) 350-1141 • www.stlch.org 5601 New York Avenue, Nashville, TN 37209

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CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY & ORTHODONTICS OF MURFREESBORO 2910 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro childrensdentistryofmurfreesboro.com | 615-4945437 While utilizing the latest pediatric dental and orthodontic techniques, Children’s Dentistry of Murfreesboro offers a fun and friendly environment specifically designed for kids. Come experience the difference! Most insurances are accepted.

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615.377.3080 BrentwoodPediatricDentistry.com 95 Seaboard Lane, Ste. 102, Brentwood, TN 37027

615.283.7397 NolensvillePediatricDentistry.com 7146 Nolensville Rd., Ste. 101, Nolensville, TN 37135 American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

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STEPHEN SIMPSON, DDS 132 Heritage Park Drive, #3, Murfreesboro brushem.com | 615-890-0454 Creating happy smiles in Murfreesboro for more than 17 years. We provide a fun and friendly office environment with video games, movies and toys to entertain children while they wait. ———————————————————————————————

SWAUGER PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY Kurt R. Swauger, DDS; Neha P. Shah, DDS; Emily Suiter, DDS; Corey J. Cloud, DDS 500 Lentz Drive, Madison | 615-868-9057 118 Maple Row Blvd., Ste. A1A Hendersonville | 615-824-5047 krspd.com Voted one of the very best pediatric dental offices by Nashville Parent and Sumner Parent readers every year since 1998.

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Dr. Morris treats children and adults with traditional braces, clear braces and Invisalign. Private treatment area for adult patients. Most major insurance plans are accepted. Voted Best Orthodontist five years in a row by readers of Sumner Parent magazine.

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BEYOND AQUATICS - SWIM LESSONS 236 Robert Rose Drive, Murfreesboro beyondaquatics.com | 615-962-9500 Year-round private indoor heated pools tailored to fit your busy schedule. All ages and abilities. ———————————————————————————————

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BILL TAYLOR BUSHIDO SCHOOL OF KARATE 1911 Business Campus Drive Murfreesboro | 615-890-6755 1820 N.W. Broad St., Murfreesboro | 615-893-6003 bskonline.com Voted #1 martial arts facility in Rutherford County 14 years in a row! Programs in traditional karate for ages 3 through adult.

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BLOOMA YOGA NASHVILLE 4107 Charlotte Ave., Nashville bloomanashville.com | 615-797-8064 Yoga and barre for prenatal and postnatal. $5 new mama groups. Kids yoga, too. Massage and childbirth education for moms-to-be, moms and family. ———————————————————————————————

Boost Gymnastics 11 Vaughns Gap Road, Nashville nashville.boostgymnastics.com | 615-352-8533

ETC GYMNASTICS 1137 Haley Road, Murfreesboro | 615-867-6900 1932 Almaville Road, Smyrna | 615-617-7644 etcgymnastics.com

MUSIC CITY GYMNASTICS AND CHEER 122 Wheeler St., La Vergne musiccitygym.com | 615-280-1524

Best of Parenting winner 17 years in a row! Murfreesboro’s most popular gymnastics gym for ages 2 - 18. Toddlers to national champions, and everything in between. Our staff are courteous, professional caregivers to your children, not just coaches.

“Seeking Enrichment for Every Child.” Gymnastics, tumbling and cheer for ages 2 - 18 years.

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DAVID DEATON KARATE Brentwood | 615-377-1100 Hendersonville | 615-824-9111 Lebanon | 615-547-1754 Mt. Juliet | 615-754-6878 daviddeaton.com

HARVEST MARTIAL ARTS 595 Hillsboro Road, #337, Franklin harvestmartialarts.com | 615-224-3851 Harvest Martial Arts is a traditional martial arts school that teaches Han Mu Do and fitness classes to both adults and kids. We have a broad range of classes and a very accessible schedule for your convenience. ———————————————————————————————

Let it Shine Gymnastics 1892 General George Patton Drive, Franklin lisgym.com | 615-377-9005

Voted the #1 martial arts school in Williamson, Sumner and Wilson counties. With more than four decades of experience, students are taught how to handle emergency situations, to be healthy through exercise and to practice self-discipline with a confident, respectful attitude. Classes are for ages 4 through adult.

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HEALTH & HOSPITALS HIGH HOPES DEVELOPMENT CENTER THERAPY CLINIC 301 High Hopes Court, Franklin highhopesforkids.org | 615-661-5437 Therapists averaging more than 14 years of specialized pediatric experience provide exceptional physical, occupational, speech and feeding therapies in our state-of-the-art, specially designed facility.

THE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AT TRISTAR CENTENNIAL 2221 Murphy Ave., Nashville tristarwomensandchildrens.com | 615-342-1000

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CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AT WILLIAMSON MEDICAL CENTER 4321 Carothers Pkwy., Franklin williamsonmedicalcenter.org/kids | 615-435-5000

MURFREESBORO MEDICAL CLINIC 1722 Garrison Drive, Murfreesboro mmclinic.com | 615-893-4480

We want to educate and empower you to stay healthy. Let us help you find the answers to your health challenges and empower you to take actions toward the life you deserve.

MURFREESBORO MEDICAL CLINIC - OB/GYN 1722 Garrison Drive, Murfreesboro mmclinic.com | 615-893-4480 Our group is committed to listening and understanding your unique needs as we are to maintaining our leadership role in advanced treatment methods. ———————————————————————————————

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Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt 2200 Children’s Way, Nashville vanderbiltchildrens.com | 615-936-1000 NASHVILLE 4D ULTRASOUND 211 Louise Ave., Ste. B, Nashville nashville4Dbaby.com | 615-200-6001 4D/3D prenatal elective ultrasound in a boutique-like setting.

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ST. THOMAS WOMEN’S CARE AT MIDTOWN HOSPITAL 2000 Church St., Nashville sthealth.com/babies | 615-284-2229 Advanced maternal & infant services. Renovated birthing rooms. Labor tubs. Nitrous oxide. Premium postpartum suites. Childbirth classes. Newborn photography. Free breastfeeding clinic. Midwife & doula services. The Birthing Center opening October 2017.

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Open Monday through Friday until 5pm and Saturdays until Noon for both sick visits and well child checks.

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Old Harding Pediatric Associates SERVING FAMILIES SINCE 1937 • Open 7 days including evenings Mon. thru Fri. • Newborn classes • Certified lab with walk-in throat cultures available • Interactive web site • Electronic medical records

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Affiliated with the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, VIP MidSouth has specialized in the care of pediatric and adolescent patients for more than 30 years.

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Mom-Approved Favorite Docs – Nominated by Our Readers Dr. Ruth Ross Edmonds began her studies at Vanderbilt University where she obtained her Bachelor of Science in psychology with a pre-dental minor. After completing her undergraduate work, she enrolled at Meharry Medical College, School of Dentistry, to earn her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) with top honors in the fields of pathology, physiology and microbiology, as well as the Alpha Omega Award for highest GPA. Dr. Ruth continued her studies at the University of Tennessee in Memphis where she completed her graduate training in Orthodontics. Dr. Ruth Edmonds served as assistant professor and course coordinator in the Department of Orthodontics at Meharry Medical College from 2002 to 2011. Always eager to expand her knowledge of new technology and trends in the field, she regularly attends seminars to consistently build on her foundation in orthodontic treatments.

Ruth Ross Edmonds, DDS, MDS Braces by Dr. Ruth 1704 Charlotte Avenue, Ste. 100 Nashville, TN (615) 321-3663 bracesbydrruth.com

As a leader in the orthodontic field, Dr. Ruth has been asked to lecture at the Capital City Dental Society as well as the Pan-Tennessee Dental Society with her research published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. In 2008, Dr. Ruth graduated from the ADA Institute for Diversity in Leadership and received the National Dental Association Convention Chairperson Award and the Capital City Dental Society Committee Chairman Award. Married to vocalist, Kevon Edmonds, lead singer of R&B Group After 7, together they have a daughter Karmella Rose Edmonds. Outside of the office, Dr. Ruth is passionate about fitness, traveling, shopping, reading and creating works of stained and fused glass that earned her recognition in 2012, when the Mayor of Nashville appointed her to the Metro Arts Commission. Both in and out of the office, Dr. Ruth brings dedication, discipline and a sense of joy to everything she does.

Chiropractic

Walking through the doors of Mission Health Center, you’ll find a unique office built for families from the ground up.Your child will receive gentle, life-giving attention and care from the staff and doctors- or perhaps giving their own adjustments to Mr. Bear! Dr. Ronson has been serving patients through the art, science and philosophy of chiropractic for over a decade. He intentionally designed Mission Health Center to be a center for health and healing for the whole family. With over 25% of the patient population being children, many families have discovered a myriad of health issues that can be resolved (or prevented) by natural means cooperating with the body’s own healing mechanisms through chiropractic, nutrition, fitness and holistic wellness. Mission Health Center serves the entire community from prenatal and newborns to the elderly.

Ronson Dykstra, D.C. Mission Health Center 206B Cool Springs Blvd, Ste. 202 Franklin, TN 37067 615-465-6642 missionfranklin.com

Whether you’re looking for an answer to colic, poor feeding, sleeping, spitting up in a newborn, ear aches, ADHD or frequent illness in an adolescent, Dr. Ronson has the keys to unraveling your health struggles, at any age.

With two locations, it’s easy to find an Old Harding Pediatric office near you.

Pediatrics

Established in 1937, the focus of Old Harding Pediatrics has remained the same; quality state-of-the-art pediatric care that consistently seeks new opportunities to improve the health of children. As university hospital-trained, board certified pediatricians, physicians of Old Harding Pediatric Associates stay abreast of new research trends, and emerging clinical developments through continuing medical education. Many members of the practice have faculty appointments to Vanderbilt Medical School. This allows them to play a active role in the education of the next generation of pediatricians while concurrently bringing to their fellow physicians at Old Harding Pediatric Associates immediate access to recent medical trends in the treatment of children and adolescents. 5819 Old Harding Pike Nashville, TN

Old Harding Pediatrics hosts a free monthly class for new parents. It is led by physicians from our practice and deals with the basic but important information to help you from the time your baby is born through the first few weeks. The class includes topics such as immunizations, bathing, feeding, rashes, sleeping and many other topics!

7640 Highway 70 South Nashville, TN

Open 7 days a week, nights and weekends Old Harding Pediatrics has been serving families for over 80 years

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207A Indian Lake Blvd. Hendersonville, TN 37075 (615) 431-2787

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r. J. Richard Morris has been voted “Best Orthodontist in Sumner County” in Nashville Parent, The Hendersonville Star News, The Hendersonville Standard and The Gallatin News Examiner on ten separate occasions. “It is incredibly rewarding” he says. “It lets us know that our patients and their families feel they are receiving excellent care and that they appreciate our high-tech, yet conservative approach to treatment.” Morris Orthodontics recently moved to their new office in Hendersonville, TN. Conveniently located at 207A Indian Lake Blvd., in front of Union University, the new practice home provides expert orthodontic care to patients in a comfortable and inviting environment. “We are thrilled with the design of our new building,” said Dr. Rich Morris. “It allows us to provide state-of-the-art orthodontic treatment, tailored to serving the individual needs of our patients and fellow community members.” His practice is a Mac-based paperless office that utilizes cutting-edge technology in the treatment of children and adults. Using a smile simulator, patients can see digital images of their before-and-after smiles before they even begin treatment. Dr. Morris not only uses clear and traditional braces, but is one of the largest providers of Invisalign in the Greater Nashville Area. Invisalign is a treatment that uses a set of clear customized aligners that straighten a smile, without being noticeable. The team at Morris Orthodontics also uses digital scanning to eliminate the need for messy and uncomfortable impression trays. The result has been pleased patients, from age 7 to 70. Claire Englar, who played “Violet” on Disney’s A.N.T. Farm, recently wrote to Dr. Morris “Thank you for helping me achieve a better smile! You have made a huge difference in my life!” While technology is clearly important to the practice, technology alone is not enough. As their New-Patient Coordinator said “I love the fact that we are not just straightening teeth, but we are helping to give patients a better quality of life by building their self esteem through a confident smile, and that we do this as a caring and devoted team.” Dr. Morris truly believes in the difference one person can make and in the responsibility each of us has for giving back. The Morris Orthodontics Volunteer Program has been featured in The Tennessean, The Hendersonville Star News and the Fairview Plantation magazine. The program rewards Morris Orthodontics patients who contribute their time to community service. The response to the program has been overwhelming and it gives everyone a reason to smile. Dr. Morris has personally experienced the satisfaction of giving back, on a dental mission trip to Guatemala, helping families who lacked access to regular dental care.

Dr. J. Richard Morris, Jr.

When Dr. Morris isn’t working, he enjoys being involved in the local community, teaching a weekly cycle class at the Sumner County YMCA, and supporting local sports teams, and events. He regularly contributes to fundraisers for schools and non-proﬁt organizations and is proud to be able to support so many worthy causes in Sumner County.

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Pediatric Dentistry The average Pediatric Dental office sees from 75 to 125 children per doctor per day according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists. Dr. Kurt Swauger and the staff at Swauger Pediatric Dentistry practice a different kind of dentistry. They limit their number of patients to 40 per day so that children and their parents can be assured of getting the highest quality dental are available in stress-free, kid friendly environment.

Swauger Pediatric Dentistry Kurt R. Swauger, D.D.S. Emily Suiter, D.D.S. Neha Shah, D.D.S. Corey Cloud, D.D.S., M.S.D.

The office at Swauger Pediatric Dentistry has been specifically designed to stimulate and entertain children as well as to make them comfortable and relaxed. The reception area features fun video games, puzzles, and books, even a huge collection of children’s movies playing on a big flat screen TV. “From their first visit at age one through age twelve, pediatric dentists understand every stage, the type of treatment needed at that stage and how well the child will accept that treatment,” explained Dr. Swauger. “Good dental health allows them to not only do better in school, but grow and mature into healthy adults as well.”

Madison In the Medical Dental Village 500 Lentz Drive, Suite 40 615-868-9057

Dr. Swauger is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and board certified to practice pediatric dentistry in Tennessee, having completed the advanced degrees necessary for specialization. Dr. Swauger is a diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and a member of both the Tennessee Dental Association and the Nashville Dental Association, as well as a proud member of “The Summit Institute” group of dental professionals. Dr. Swauger has been voted as one of the best pediatric dentists by readers of Nashville Parent and Sumner Parent Magazine for the past 20 years!

Hendersonville Behind the Kroger on E. Main 118 Maple Row Blvd., Ste. A1A 615-824-5047 KSPD.com

Dr. Emily Suiter grew up in the Clarksville, TN area and is a graduate of Belmont University. She attended the University of Tennessee-College of Dentistry in Memphis, graduating with high honors and receiver a Doctorate of Dental Surgery. Dr. Suiter has received several awards for outstanding achievement, including one for distinguished work in pediatrics. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the Tennessee Dental Association.

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Neha P. Shah, D.D.S.

Emily Suiter, D.D.S.

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Dr. Neha Shah grew up in Chattanooga, TN before moving to Nashville to attend Vanderbilt University to pursue a degree in Biomedical Engineering. After graduating Magna Cum Laude from Vanderbilt, Dr. Shah moved to Boston, MA to attend Harvard School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Shah completed her Pediatric Residency training in Chicago at Northwestern’s Ann and Robert Lurie Children’s Hospital. As a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, and Tennessee Dental Association, she is excited to be an active member in the local Nashville dental community as well. Dr. Corey Cloud is a native of Russellville, AR. He attended the University of Arkansas for his bachelor’s degree. In 2014, he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry. Following graduation from dental school, Dr. Cloud completed a two-year pediatric dental residency also at the University of Tennessee in Memphis, where he served as chief resident. While in residency, his training consisted of providing clinical care in the university setting, LeBonheur Children’s Hospital, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, as well as a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, and Tennessee Dental Association.

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Montgomery Bell Academy • 10 National Merit Semifinalists in 2018 • Entering students represent more than 40 diﬀerent schools • More than 150 boys per year participate in school-funded international exchanges and programs on six continents • 15 varsity sports competing at the highest level, including recent State Champions in football, rifle, soccer, and tennis • 3 Debate National Championships since 2015 • Nationally-recognized Art, Music, and eater programs • 7.5 to 1 student-teacher ratio • 22% of students receive more than $2 million in need-based financial aid • 100% of graduates are college-bound • 27 Advanced Placement Courses oﬀered

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For the love of it. Harding Academy students dream big dreams and brave new challenges, nurtured by parents, faculty, and peers who encourage their curiosity and creativity.

Here, their confidence soars as a lifetime love of learning begins.

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Enhanced Learning Opportunities Intentional Character Development Inclusive Community Exceptional Outcomes

LEARN MORE AT battlegroundacademy.org/education-elevated BGA is the only K-12, co-educational independent school in Franklin, Tenn. Grades K-4: 150 Franklin Road / Grades 5-12: 336 Ernest Rice Lane / Office of Admissions: (615) 567-9014

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In Search of Truth

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Faith Leads Us Beyond Ourselves PCA is a classical, interdenominational Christian school whose mission is to teach students to seek God’s truth and equip them with the tools for a lifetime of learning. PCA recently added more than 42,000 square feet to the current campus including 25 new classrooms, a multipurpose gymnasium and a library/media center. PCA offers a biblically-based, college preparatory academic program including over 30 dual enrollment offerings. Students enjoy a balance of academics and service opportunities along with numerous athletics and fine arts productions. PCA varsity athletes compete in the TSSAA. Before-and-after-school programs available.

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Please visit www.providencechristian.com to inquire further, to schedule a tour and/or apply online.

Nashville’s Lipscomb Academy is an age two through 12th grade opportunity for Academic Excellence. Students have the ability to earn a year or more of college credit by graduation, access to dozens of Ph.D. professors and countless experiences at Lipscomb University each year.

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CHARTING PRIVATE SCHOOLS 2018-19 School Abintra Montessori School 914 Davidson Drive, Nashville 37205

The Academy of Cool Springs 270 Seaboard Lane, Franklin 37067

The Academy of Forrest Crossing 337 S. Royal Oaks Blvd., Franklin 37064

The Academy of Gateway 1404 Gateway Blvd., Murfreesboro 37129

The Academy of Harpeth Village 7836 Learning Lane, Nashville 37221

The Academy of Heritage Commons 4615 Thompson's Ridge Road, Thompson Station 37179

The Academy of Indian Lake Village 151 Saundersville Road, Hendersonville 37075

The Academy of Maryland Farms 201 Westwood Place, Brentwood 37027

The Academy of McKay's Mill 1401 Baffin Lane, Franklin 37067

The Academy of Powell Place 203 Powell Place, Brentwood 37207

The Academy of Seaboard Lane 122 Seaboard Lane, Franklin 37067

The Academy of Westhaven 114 Prospect Ave., Franklin 37064

Bambini Village Montessori 1140 Cason Lane, Murfreesboro 37129

Battle Ground Academy 150 Franklin Road (K - 4), Franklin 37064 336 Ernest Rice Lane (5 - 12), Franklin 37064

Benton Hall Academy 5555 Franklin Pike, Nashville 37220

Casa dei Montessori 7646 Hwy. 70 S., Nashville 37221

Children First, A Montessori Community 1710 Woodmont Blvd., Nashville 37215

Children's House Montessori School 3404 Belmont Blvd., Nashville 37215

Christ the King School 3105 Belmont Blvd., Nashville 37212

Christ Presbyterian Academy 2323-A Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville 37215

Clarksville Academy 710 N. Second St., Clarksville 37040

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Enrollment

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Ages 3 - 14

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Lower school: $13.828 Upper school: $14,955

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K - 12

775

Lower School: $18,460 Middle School: $22,380 Upper School: $23,140

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3 - 12

Lower School: $14,861 Upper/Middle: $15,564

Christian, Nondenominational

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14 months - 12 years

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Ages 3, 4, 5, K

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PreK - 8

260

Preschool: $7,260 Subsidized: $6,295 Full: $8,715

Roman Catholic

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Preschool - 12

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• Home to 361 “Bears” from Junior Kindergarten through 8th Level. • Outstanding, rigorous curriculum that fulfills the goal to develop the whole child: mind, body and spirit. • Proud to be a 2017 National Blue Ribbon School

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Celebrating 65 Years in Catholic Education 1953 - 2018

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“The goal of early childhood education should be to activate the child’s own natural desire to learn.”

– Dr. Maria Montessori

Age 2 – Grade 6 Voted Best Private School in Sumner County’s Readers Choice Awards 2013, 2014

We believe our education prepares your child for life long learning and success. Come see why. Call for a school tour today.

615-264-3401

www.hendersonvillemontessori.com 162 New Shackle Island Road Hendersonville, TN 37075

Lighthouse

Christian School And Preschool

K2 - 12th Grade Fully Accredited College Preparatory

Antioch, TN 615.331.6286

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Making Private, Christian Education Affordable

Christ Presbyterian Academy

is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory school for grades preschool through 12. The Academy provides transformational education through a Christian worldview and offers extensive programs to develop the diverse potential of each student.

Learning, Love & Service

T R A N S F O R M AT I O N

T H R O U G H

E D U C AT I O N

EXPERIENCE SOMETHING MORE

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CHARTING PRIVATE SCHOOLS 2018-19 Phone/Website

Grades

Enrollment

Tuition*

Religious Affiliation

615-790-8556 tcafranklin.org

PreK - 12

$6,490 - $7,490

Christian

931-490-4302 (Columbia) 931-486-1002 (Spring Hill) cabulldogs.org

Preschool - 12 (Columbia) Jr. K - 6 (Spring Hill)

950+

$7,180 - $8,670

Affiliated with Church of Christ/ Nondenominational

615-467-2313 thecovenantschool.com

Preschool 3s - 6

150

PreK 3 day: $5,800 PreK 5 day: $8,800 K - 6: $13,000

Presbyterian - PCA

33 Burton Hills Drive, Nashville 37215

Creek Wood Academy

615-790-3331

6 weeks - PreK

140

Available on website

School The Classical Academy of Franklin 810 Del Rio Pike, Franklin 37064

Columbia Academy 1101 W. Seventh St., Columbia 38401 756 Beechcroft Road, Spring Hill 37174

The Covenant School

100 Creekstone Blvd., Franklin 37064

creekwoodacademy.com

Currey Ingram Academy

615-507-3173 curreyingram.org

K - 12

300+

K - 12: $41,097

615-883-2926 dcawildcats.org

PreK - 12 Preschool program for ages 2 - 3

860

K: $8,625 1 - 5: $10,445 6 - 8: $11,835 9 - 12: $12,460

Nondenominational/ Christian

615-383-0661 (K - 8) 615-301-5400 (9 - 12) ensworth.com

K - 12

1,440

Lower: $22,875; Middle: $27,000; High: $30,615

615-367-0532 ezellharding.com

2 yrs - grade 12

400

Stepping Stones & K: $8,895 1 - 4: $9,015; 5 - 8: $9,655; 9 - 12: $10,125

Church of Christ

615-383-4200 fatherryan.org

9 - 12

920

Call for tuition

Catholic

615-528-3777 franklinclassical.com

K - 12

159

K - 6: $8,050; 7 - 8: $6,475 9 - 12: $6,800 - $7,400 Elective courses: $425 - $885

Nondenominational

615-832-8845 franklinroadacademy.com

PreK - 12

820

PreK - K: $6,875 - $11,450 1 - 4: $18,650 5 - 8: $22,150 9 - 12: $23,400

An inclusive Christian community

615-890-0894 frcsminutemen.com

K3 - 12

555

K3 - K4: $4,650 K5 - 12: $4,500

Baptist

615-613-0472 (Brentwood) 615-656-2800 (Franklin) 615-360-7700 (Midtown) 615-882-0440 (Nashville) thegardnerschool.com

6 weeks - PreK

150 190 170 150

Call for tuition

615-538-2410 (Berry Farms) 615-595-2525 (Cool Springs) 615-822-3900 (Hendersonville) goddardschool.com

6 weeks - 6 years

Call for tuition

615-868-2600 goodpasture.org

12 months - grade 12

925

12 mos - PreK: $11,220$12,960; K - 4: $10,700$11,550; 5 - 8: $11,650; 9 - 12: $11,880

Church of Christ All faiths welcome

615-591-3017 gcalions.com

PreK - 12

677

K - 5: $9,015 6 - 12: $10,085

Christian

615-356-2974 hardingacademy.org

PreK - 8

500

PreK: $12,250 K - 5: $19,515 6 - 8: $20,490

6544 Murray Lane, Brentwood 37027

Donelson Christian Academy 300 Danyacrest Drive, Nashville 37214

Ensworth School K - 8: 211 Ensworth Ave., Nashville 37205 9 - 12: 7401 Hwy. 100, Nashville 37221

Ezell-Harding Christian School 574 Bell Road, Antioch 37013

Father Ryan High School 700 Norwood Drive, Nashville 37204

Franklin Classical School 408 Church St., Franklin 37064

Franklin Road Academy 4700 Franklin Pike, Nashville 37220

Franklin Road Christian School 3124 Franklin Road, Murfreesboro 37128

The Gardner School 1591 Mallory Lane, Brentwood 37027 131 Market Exchange Court, Franklin 37067 1181 State St., Nashville 37203 601 Marriott Drive, Nashville, 37214

The Goddard School 98 Moss Lane, Franklin 37064 1101 Moher Blvd., Franklin 37069 108 Cinema Drive, Hendersonville 37075

Goodpasture Christian School 619 Due West Ave., Madison 37115

Grace Christian Academy 3279 Southall Road, Franklin 37064

Harding Academy 170 Windsor Drive, Nashville 37205

Need-based financial aid available

(Brentwood) (Franklin) (Midtown) (Nashville)

*At press time, some tuition rates for the 2018 - 2019 school year were unavailable. Please contact schools to verify tuition. (continues on page 63)

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Private School Map

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METRO NASHVILLE

RUTHERFORD COUNTY

1 Abintra Montessori School

43 The Academy Of Gateway

2 The Academy Of Harpeth Village

44 Bambini Village Montessori

3 Casa Dei Montessori

45 Franklin Road Christian School

4 Children First, A Montessori Community

46 Middle Tennessee Christian School

5 Children’s House Montessori School 6 Christ The King School 7 Christ Presbyterian Academy 8 The Covenant School 9 Donelson Christian Academy 10 Ensworth School, Lower School Campus” 11 Ensworth School, High School Campus”

Mt. Juliet

12 Ezell-Harding Christian School 13 Father Ryan High School 14 Franklin Road Academy 15 The Gardner School Of Midtown 16 The Gardner School Of Nashville 17 Goodpasture Christian School 18 Green Hills Child Development 19 Harding Academy 20 Harpeth Hall School 21 Holly Tree Christian Preschool 22 Holy Rosary Academy 23 Lighthouse Christian School 24 Linden Waldorf School 25 Lipscomb Academy

Murfreesboro

26 Montessori Centre 27 Montgomery Bell Academy 28 Nashville Christian School 29 Nia House Montessori 30 Oak Hill School 31 Overbrook School 32 Saint Ann School 33 St. Bernard Academy 34 St. Cecilia Academy 35 St. Edward School 36 Saint Henry School

47 Providence Christian Academy 48 Saint Rose Of Lima Catholic School SUMNER COUNTY 49 The Academy Of Indian Lake Village 50 The Goddard School 51 Hendersonville Christian Academy 52 Hendersonville Montessori Academy 53 Pope John Paul High School WILLIAMSON COUNTY 54 The Academy Of Cool Springs 55 The Academy Of Forrest Crossing 56 The Academy Of Heritage Commons 57 The Academy Of Maryland Farms 58 The Academy Of Mckay’s Mill 59 The Academy Of Powell Place 60 The Academy Of Seaboard Lane 61 The Academy Of Westhaven 62 Battle Ground Academy 63 Battle Ground Academy 64 Benton Hall Academy 65 The Classical Academy Of Franklin 66 Creek Wood Academy 67 Currey Ingram Academy 68 Franklin Classical School 69 The Gardner School Of Brentwood 70 The Gardner School Of Franklin 71 The Goddard School 72 The Goddard School 73 Grace Christian Academy 74 Holly Tree Christian Preschool 75 Montessori Academy 76 Montessori School Of Franklin 77 Saint Matthew School

37 Saint Joseph School

WILSON COUNTY

38 St. Paul Christian Academy

78 Mt. Juliet Christian Academy

39 University School Of Nashville MAURY COUNTY 40 Columbia Academy 41 Columbia Academy

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PRESCHOOL-8TH GRADE CO-EDUCATIONAL CATHOLIC EDUCATION

OCT. 28

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12P.M. - 2 P.M.

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CHARTING PRIVATE SCHOOLS 2018-19

Religious Affiliation

School

Phone/Website

Grades

Enrollment

Tuition*

Harpeth Hall School (girls only)

615-297-9543 harpethhall.org

5 - 12

689

Middle School: $25,245 Upper School: $26,240

615-824-1550 hcacrusaders.com

Preschool - 12

300

Call for tuition

Christian

615-264-3401 hendersonvillemontessori.com

Ages 2 - grade 6

$6,500 - $8,500

615-377-6636 (Brentwood) 615-366-1750 (Antioch) hollytreechildcare.com

Ages 6 weeks - 5 years

Call for tuition

Christian

615-883-1108 holyrosary.edu.

PreK3 - 8

325

Call for tuition

Catholic

615-331-6286 golcslions.org

K2 - 12

600

$6,995

Nondenominational

615-354-0270 lindenwaldorf.org

PreK - 8 parent/child class

200

Parent/child: $450/semester Early childhood: $5,610 $10,540; Grades 1-8: $15,150

Non-Sectarian All Inclusive

615-966-6409 lipscombacademy.org

PreK - 12

1,200

Call for 2 - 3-year-old program tuition; 3-day PreK: $6,135; 5-day PreK: $10,246 Elementary: $12,330 Middle/High: $13,630

Christian

615-893-0601 mtcscougars.org

PreK3 - 12 (PreK available 2, 3 & 5 days)

685

PreK: $8,500 TK - K: $8,975 1 - 6: $9,680 7 - 12: $10,275

Church of Christ/ Nondenominational

615-833-3610 montessoriacad.org

Infants - grade 8

250

$9,250 - $17,150

615-373-0897 montessoricentre.org

2 months - K

122

$8,670- $12,480

615-794-0567 montessorifranklin.org

18 months - grade 6

110

$6,850 - $12,000

615-298-5514 montgomerybell.edu

7 - 12

750

$27,250

615-758-2427 mjca.org

PreK - 12

550

Preschool: $3,370 - $6,520 K - 12: $7,680 - $8,140

Baptist

615-356-5600 nashvillechristian.org

6 weeks - grade 12

802

K 2 6 9

Affiliated with Churches of Christ/ Nondenominational

615-913-4774 niahousemontessori.com

Preschool - grade 4

Call for tuition

615-297-6544 oakhillschool.org

PreK - 6

495

PreK: $11,270 K - 6: $18,962

Christian

615-292-5134 overbrook.edu

PreK3 - 8

300

PreK: $3,306 - $7,962 (half& full-day options available) K - 8: $14,100

Catholic, all faiths welcome

3801 Hobbs Road, Nashville 37215

Hendersonville Christian Academy 355 Old Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville 37075

Hendersonville Montessori Academy 162 New Shackle Island Road, Hendersonville 37075

Holly Tree Christian Preschool 1384 Holly Tree Gap Road, Brentwood 37027 3421 Anderson Road, Antioch 37013

Holy Rosary Academy 190 Graylynn Drive, Nashville 37214

Lighthouse Christian School 5100 Blue Hole Road, Antioch 37013

Linden Waldorf School 3201 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville 37215

Lipscomb Academy 3901 and 4517 Granny White Pike, Nashville 37204

Middle Tennessee Christian School 100 E. MTCS Road, Murfreesboro 37129

Montessori Academy 100 Montessori Drive, Brentwood 37027

Montessori Centre 4608 Granny White Pike, Nashville 37220

Montessori School of Franklin 244 Noah Drive, Franklin 37064

Montgomery Bell Academy (boys only) 4001 Harding Road, Nashville 37205

Mt. Juliet Christian Academy 735 N. Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet 37122

Nashville Christian School 7555 Sawyer Brown Road, Nashville 37221

Nia House Montessori 620 N. First St., Nashville 37207

Oak Hill School 4815 Franklin Road, Nashville 37220

Overbrook School 4210 Harding Pike, Nashville 37205

1: $9,050 5: $10,240 8: $10,750 12: $11,090

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Which School is Right for Your Child?

arrow down your options before making visits to schools of interest. Keep these things in mind:

LOCATION

Busy families need to consider this and whether Mom and Dad can connect the dots for morning and afternoon drop-off, after-school activities and pick-ups.

THE SCHOOL ITSELF

SAINT HENRY SCHOOL

Your child will be spending days on end in this environment — do you agree that this is the best possible place for him?

COST

Private school tuition is the number one consideration for may parents. For those making education a top priority, finding financial aid, taking out loans and even downsizing a lifestyle to make private education possible is all on the table.

KNOW YOUR CHILD

Will he be happier in a heavily structured environment or one that’s somewhat structured? Are arts or athletics offerings available for what your child needs? Is curriculum appropriate for your hands-on learner?

EDUCATORS & LEADERSHIP

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The leadership of a school and its teaching staff will play key roles in your family’s life going forward. Make sure you are comfortable with school personnel. Seek feedback from currently enrolled parents.

ASK QUESTIONS

Before your visit, brainstorm the things that are important to you about your child’s education, then ask a lot of questions when you are on the tours — only don’t be obnoxious. Once you’ve determined the right school for your child, you still have to get in!

School Visits Hold the Key

isten to yourself when you visit potential schools for your child. Thing back. Would you have wanted to go to school here? Consider these important areas:

ENVIRONMENT

A stable school environment is best for kids. If teacher turnover is high, that’s a red flag. However, if there’s a new principal, some turnover might be good.

PHILOSOPHIES

These can range from traditional to highly religious to open and innovative to everything in between. Ultimately, the choice of schools that you and your child make should be because it’s the best educational experience for your child.

Call today to schedule a tour.

615-833-3610

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CLASSROOM

Look for a feeling of welcome organization and for displays of student work, not prefab posters. When it comes to class size, smaller is best.

TEACHERS

How does the school handle professional development for its teaching staff? Are any of them National Board Certified? If they are, it shows the school is attracting and keeping good teachers.

An educational journey from infant to adolescence.

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ASSESSMENT

Tests shouldn’t be the only way to measure student success; look for student portfolios and teacher evaluations as well. If a school’s test scores are high, delve deeper. What is that school doing to keep the scores high?

EXTRA-CURRICULARS

Make sure the school you select offers lots of extra-curricular classes fitting your child’s interests.

NEEDS

Info about programs for kids with special needs, or who are gifted, will give you an idea of how well the school meets individual student needs.

INSPIRATION for GIRLS WHO

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CHARTING PRIVATE SCHOOLS 2018-19 School Pope John Paul II High School 117 Caldwell Drive, Hendersonville 37075

Providence Christian Academy 410 DeJarnette Lane, Murfreesboro 37130

Saint Ann School 5105 Charlotte Ave., Nashville 37209

St. Bernard Academy 2304 Bernard Ave., Nashville 37212

St. Cecilia Academy 4210 Harding Pike, Nashville 37205

St. Edward School 190 Thompson Lane, Nashville 37211

Saint Henry School 6401 Harding Pike, Nashville 37205

Saint Joseph School 1225 Gallatin Road S., Madison 37115

Saint Matthew School 533 Sneed Road W., Franklin 37069

St. Paul Christian Academy 5033 Hillsboro Road, Nashville 37215

Saint Rose of Lima Catholic School 1601 N. Tennessee Blvd., Murfreesboro 37130

University School of Nashville 2000 Edgehill Ave., Nashville 37212

The Webb School 319 Webb Road E., Bell Buckle 37020

Phone/Website

Grades

Enrollment

Tuition*

Religious Affiliation

615-822-2375 jp2hs.org

9 - 12

600

$13,450 - $15,250

Catholic

615-904-0902 providencechristian.com

PreK - 12

515

PreK: $3,950 3-day, $6,550 5-day; K: $7,900 1 - 12: $10,600

Interdenominational

615-269-0568 saintannparish.com/school

PreK - 8

146

Participating Catholics: $6,891 Others: $9,656 Sibling discounts

Catholic, open to all denominations

615-385-0440 stbernardacademy.org

Junior K - 8

358

$12,400

Catholic, all faiths welcome

615-298-4525 stcecilia.edu

9 - 12 (girls only)

250

$18,260

Catholic

615-833-5770 stedward.org

PreK3 - 8

280

Catholics: $6,760 Others: $8,360

Catholic

615-352-1328 sthenryschool.org

PreK - 8

565

Catholics: $6,667 (sib disc.); Others: $7,972 Call for PreK tuition

Catholic

615-865-1491 saintjosephschoolnashville.org

PreK - 8

340

Catholic: $6,441 Non-Catholic: $8,911

Catholic

615-662-4044 stmatthewtn.org/school

PreK - 8

440

PreK 5-day: $7,170 PreK 3-day: $4,660 K-8 Catholic: $7,170 K-8 Non-Catholic: $9,500

Catholic

615-269-4751 stpaulchristianacademy.org

Junior 4s - grade 6

340

3-day J4: $6,995; 3-day JK: $7, 995; 5-day JK: $13,995; K - 6: $17,650

Christian

615-898-0555 school.saintrose.org

2 years - grade 8

365

Preschool Catholic: $5,650 Others: $6,820 K - 8 Catholic: $5,880 Others: $7,810

Catholic

615-327-3812 usn.org

K - 12

1,060

LS: $20,062 MS: $22,850 HS: $24, 894

931-389-6003 thewebbschool.com

6 - 12

300

Day tuition: $18,950 $20,300; Boarding tuition: $39,500 - $46,900

*At press time, some tuition rates for the 2018 - 2019 school year were unavailable. Please contact schools to verify tuition.

DEBUNKING PRIVATE SCHOOL MYTHS

ere are four myths that may help you view private schools in a new way:

1. They’re only for the rich. While it’s a fact that private schools are chosen more often by families with higher incomes, it’s also true that a proportion of students at private schools receive financial aid.

2. They’re not the “real world.” The independent school culture runs opposite of the often toxic values of popular culture. However, they do prepare kids for life in the real world.

3. Boarding schools are for problem kids. Boarding schools are normal practice for families on the East and West coasts, but in the

South, sending kids away to school is perceived as “something's wrong.” According to the National Association of Independent Schools, private therapeutic schools are different from college-prep schools, and it’s important to recognize the difference.

ment of students with learning differences in many independent schools. It’s true that “really smart” kids graduate from independent schools, but the thought is that private schools create the optimum conditions for emphasizing each student’s native intelligence.

4. They are only for really smart kids.

Source: National Association of Independent Schools

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REAL ESTATE

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MALLS & MORE

The Mall at Green Hills 2126 Abbott Martin Road, Nashville themallatgreenhills.com | 615-298-5478 ———————————————————————————————

Opry Mills 433 Opry Mills Drive, Nashville oprymills.com | 615-514-1000

TUTORING &

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RiverGate Mall 1000 RiverGate Pkwy., Goodlettsville rivergate-mall.com | 615-859-3456

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Stones River Mall 1720 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro stonesrivermall.com | 615-896-4486

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Cool Springs Galleria 1800 Galleria Blvd., Franklin coolspringsgalleria.com | 615-771-2128

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The Streets of Indian Lake 300 Indian Lake Blvd., Hendersonville streetsofindianlake.com

C2 EDUCATION 1556 W. McEwen Drive, #122, Franklin | 615-656-3052 4004 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 110-R, Nashville 615-669-7596 c2education.com Our tutors are mentors who are invested in you and your success. Personalized tutoring for K - 12 students. Services include tutoring for SAT, ACT and test prep. ———————————————————————————————

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USA BABY AND KIDS, TOO 1800 Galleria Blvd., Ste. 1015 | Franklin usababyfranklin.com | 615-595-5565 A huge selection of children’s furniture and accessories. More than 50 rooms of children’s furniture on display. You won’t find a better selection anywhere. Ask about our new baby gift registry!

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CODE NINJAS 1113 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin codeninjas.com | 615-640-2633 Kids learn to code through our engaging game-based curriculum that teaches teamwork, logic, math, and problem solving. They gain vital skills while having a blast.

KUMON MATH AND READING 7055 Hwy. 70 S., Bellevue | 615-646-3243 500 Wilson Pike Cir., Ste. 217, Brentwood 615-260-4337 1113 Murfreesboro Square, Ste. 309, Franklin 615-790-0407 206 N. Anderson Lane, Ste. 203, Hendersonville 615-264-5733 7240 Nolensville Road, Ste. 303, Nolensville 615-472-9400 kumon.com Kumon is an after-school math and reading enrichment program that unlocks the potential of children, so they can achieve more on their own.

LEARNING-RX 5554 Franklin Pike, Ste. 200, Nashville 615-953-8899 2042 Lascassas Pike, Ste. A7, Murfreesboro 615-867-8717 learningrx.com

MATHNASIUM 539 Cool Springs Blvd., Franklin | 615-465-6523 3411 N Memorial Blvd., Ste. 3, Murfreesboro 615-890-6284 3748 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville | 615-891-3384 mathnasium.com

LearningRX helps students train their brain to learn easier, think faster and perform better at any age.

We make math make sense! Our instructional approach goes beyond traditional math tutoring to develop understanding and build a love for math.

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BRENTWOOD • 615-370-5776 500 Wilson Pike Circle, Ste 217 Brentwood, TN 37027

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VALOR COLLEGIATE ACADEMIES 4527 Nolensville Pike, Nashville valorcollegiate.org | 615-280-0694 We offer a rigorous, college preparatory program in which all students achieve success. Our programs develop each scholar’s socio-emotional skills, character strengths and physical health. Currently accepting applications for grades 5 - 10. ———————————————————————————————

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Tuition FREE • top academics • exceptional teachers Valor, the #1 open enrollment middle school in MNPS is accepting applications for rising 5th through 10th graders. VANDERBILT PROGRAMS FOR TALENTED YOUTH On the Vanderbilt Campus pty.vanderbilt.edu | 615-322-8261 We believe that providing acceleration as well as challenging, inquiry-based educational opportunities, best serve the intellectual needs of gifted children.

Valor Collegiate Academies offers a rigorous, college preparatory program in which students of all previous preparation levels will ﬁnd success. Signiﬁcant time and resources are invested into programs that develop scholars’ social-emotional skills, character strengths, and physical health. Currently accepting applications for 5th through 10th grade! Come learn why our innovation design is the best choice for your student’s success!

For more information: www.valorcollegiate.org or 615-280-0694 4527 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37216

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INDEX TO ADVERTISERS

A&G Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Jewell’s Gems Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

The Academy Child Development Center . . . . . . 32

Kiddie Academy Franklin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Ann Carroll School of Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Kumon of North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Artistic Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Lighthouse Christian School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Ascension (Saint Thomas Women's Care) . . . . . . IFC

Linden Waldorf School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

The Avenue Murfreesboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Lipscomb Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Bambini Village Montessori Preschool . . . . . . . . . . 36

Middle Tennessee Christian School . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Barfield School of Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Mission Health Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42, 48

Battle Ground Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Montessori Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Belmont Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Montessori Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Best Party Ever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Montgomery Bell Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Beyond Aquatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Morris Orthodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39, 49

Blooma Nashville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Mr. Bond’s Science Guys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Braces by Dr. Ruth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37, 48

Murfreesboro Medical Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 43

Brentwood Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Music City Gymnastics & Cheer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Brentwood Pediatrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

My Gym of Brentwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

C2 Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Nashville 4D Baby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Caldwell Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Nashville Children’s Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Cheekwood Museum and Botanical Gardens . . . . 25

Old Harding Pediatric Associates . . . . . . . . . . . 45, 48

Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics of Murfreesboro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Overbrook School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Children’s Medical Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Pediatric Associates of Franklin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Christ Presbyterian Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Christ the King School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 The Classical Academy of Franklin . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Code Ninjas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum . . . . . . . 1 Creek Wood Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Dance in Bloom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 David Deaton Karate Studios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Donelson Christian Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 East Brentwood Presbyterian Church Preschool . 36 Ensworth School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 ETC Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Expression City Arts and Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Ezell-Harding Christian School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Firstlight Arts Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 The Gardner School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 The Goddard School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Goodpasture Christian School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Grassland Dance Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Green Hills Child Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Grow Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Harding Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 The Harpeth Hall School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Harvest Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Hendersonville Montessori Academy . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Holy Rosary Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 A Paid Advertising Directory

Parks - Downtown Franklin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Pope John Paul II High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Providence Christian Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Robotix Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 St. Ann School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 St. Bernard Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Saint Edward School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Saint Henry School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 St. Joseph School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 St. Lukes Community House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 St. Paul Christian Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 St. Rose Catholic School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Srike & Spare Family Fun Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Sumner Regional Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BC Swauger Pediatric Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50, IBC Tennessee Medicine & Pediatrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Tennessee Pediatrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Tennessee State Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 The Tutoring Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Tidy Paws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Topgolf Nashville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 TriStar Centennial Children's Hospital . . . . . . . . . . 5 Valor Collegiate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Vanderbilt Program for Talented Youth . . . . . . . . . 70 West End Community Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Willow Tree Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 YMCA of Middle Tennessee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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A free, fun activity for the whole family, Tennessee State Parks Storybook Trails tell a nature-themed story with signs placed at a child’s height on a short trail at a state park. In addition to promoting literacy, and parental engagement, Storybook Trails encourage families to connect with nature and engage in a healthy, outdoor activity.

Thanks to a grant from the Governor’s Books from Birth Foundation, whose mission is to promote early childhood literacy in Tennessee’s birth to age 5 population, there are now Storybook Trails at 6 Tennessee State Parks featuring Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library books. Visit one today! Cumberland Mountain State Park (Crossville, TN) Edgar Evins State Park (Silver Point, TN)

Henry Horton State Park (Chapel Hill, TN) Long Hunter State Park (Hermitage, TN)

Do you have a child under age 5? To receive a free high-quality children’s book in the mail each month enroll your child in the Imagination Library at GovernorsFoundation.org.

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February Cool Springs Galleria

This huge event is held each year in February. We bring together the best local camps and summer programs, as well as some of the finest camps from the rest of the country. The 5,000 attendees each year have the opportunity to choose from more than 100 different summer experiences.

This show offers something special and fun for back to school. We cater to every aspect of a child’s life including after-school programs, educational and financial needs, services and products. We offer a back-to-school fashion show, workshops and demonstrations, a live performance stage as well as thousands of dollars in door prizes.

Private School Fair

Rutherford Parent and Cannonsburgh Village present

Pioneer Days

September Nashville

April Murfreesboro

Rutherford County’s free spring festival showcasing local summer camps and programs as well as fun kids activities, inflatables, stage performances and prize giveaways. Over 35 local exhibitors.

The Baby Fair

Education is the #1 priority for many of our readers. We present the Private School Fair each year to provide them the opportunity of meeting the administrators and principals of over 40 schools and academies as they weigh the important decision of where to educate their children. This event reaches upper-income families with great stakes in their children’s futures.

Fall Kids Fest

Spring Nashville

Catering to expectant women and mothers of young children, The Baby Fair provides the opportunity to reach young families at the time they are most receptive to new information about products and services to benefit their children. Parenting seminars are offered by experts. Thousands of dollars in giveaways and vendor booths for specialty retailers

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PUBLIC SCHOOL PROFILES Discover area charter and magnet schools, home-school options and inside info about local public school districts. For private schools, see page 53.

CHARTERS EAST END PREPARATORY SCHOOL 615-630-7470 eastendprep.org 1460 McGavock Pike Nashville Grades K - 7. EXPLORE COMMUNITY SCHOOL 615-784-8222 explorecommunityschool. com 217 S. 10th St., Nashville Grades K - 3. INTREPID COLLEGE PREP SCHOOLS Opportunity Academy Middle School (5 - 8) Independence Academy High School (9) 615-810-8443 intrepidcollegeprep.org 5221 Hickory Hollow Pkwy., Antioch Currently, Intrepid includes grades 5 - 9 and will continue to add one grade each year. KIPP NASHVILLE SCHOOLS KIPP Academy Nashville (5 - 8) KIPP Nashville College Prep Elementary School (K - 2) KIPP Nashville College Prep (5 - 8) KIPP Antioch College Prep (K) KIPP Nashville Collegiate High (9 - 12) KIPP Kirkpatrick Elementary (K - 4) 615-226-4484 kippnashville.org 123 Douglas Ave. Nashville KIPP is part of a national network of 141 schools serving more than 50,000 children.

KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY 615-810-8370 knowledgeacademies.org 5320 Hickory Hollow Pkwy., Antioch Grades 5 - 12. LEAD PUBLIC SCHOOLS LEAD Academy High (9 - 12) LEAD Brick Church (5 - 8) LEAD Cameron (5 - 8) LEAD Neely’s Bend (5 - 8) LEAD Southeast High (9 - 10) LEAD Southeast Middle (5 - 8) 615-815-1264 leadpublicschools.org 2835 Brick Church Pike Nashville LEAD Public Schools is Nashville’s largest charter management organization with six schools serving more than 2,400 students. NASHVILLE CLASSICAL 615-538-5841 nashvilleclassical.org 1310 Ordway Place Nashville Grades K - 8. NEW VISION ACADEMY 615-739-1441 newvisionacademytn.org 938 Havenhill Drive Nashville Grades 5 - 8. PURPOSE PREPARATORY 615-724-0705 purposeprep.org 220 Venture Circle Nashville Grades K - 4. REPUBIC SCHOOLS Liberty Collegiate Academy (5 - 8) Nashville Prep (5 - 8) Nashville Academy of Computer Science (5 - 8) RePublic High School (9 - 11) republiccharterschools. org A charter school organiza-

tion with six campuses serving more than 2,600 students where each student learns to code. ROCKETSHIP TENNESSEE Nashville Northeast Elementary (K5 - 4) United Academy (K5 - 4) 615-913-3240 rsed.org/nashville 1037 Jefferson St. Nashville Rocketship schools are public elementary schools committed to putting every student on the path to college. SMITHSON CRAIGHEAD ACADEMY 615-228-9886 smithsoncraighead.org 730 Neely’s Bend Road Madison Grades K - 4. STEM PREPARATORY ACADEMY STEM Prep High (9 - 12) STEM Prep Middle (5 - 8) Nashville Newcomer Academy (5) 615-921-2200 stemprepacademy.org STEM Prep is Nashville’s first dedicated STEM school offering a fully integrated, college preparatory curriculum with a specialized focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics. STRIVE COLLEGIATE ACADEMY 615-645-6440 strivecollegiate.org 3055 Lebanon Pike, Ste. 300, Nashville Grades 5 - 8. VALOR COLLEGIATE ACADEMIES Valor Flagship Academy (5 - 8) Valor Voyager Academy (5 - 8) Valor College Prep (9)

615-823-7982 valorcollegiate.org 4527 Nolensville Pike Nashville A Charter Management Organization delivering personalized education to a diverse community of learners in the South.

HOBGOOD ELEMENTARY 615-895-2744 hobgoodelementary.net 307 Baird Lane Murfreesboro Murfreesboro City Schools Grades PreK - 6. A STEM school.

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MCFADDEN SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE 615-893-7251 mes.rcschools.net 221 Bridge Ave. Murfreesboro Rutherford County Schools Grades K - 5.

DAVIDSON Find a guide online at mnps.org when you select “School Options” from the “Schools” item in the top menu bar.

RUTHERFORD BRADLEY ACADEMY 615-895-2672 bradleyacademyschool. net 511 Mercury Blvd. Murfreesboro Murfreesboro City Schools Grades K - 6. An artsintegrated school. CENTRAL MAGNET SCHOOL 615-904-6789 central.rcschools.net 701 East Main St. Murfreesboro Rutherford County Schools Grades 6 - 12. DISCOVERY SCHOOL AT BELLWOOD 615-895-2123 discoveryschoolexplorers. net 1165 Middle Tennessee Blvd., Murfreesboro Murfreesboro City Schools Grades K - 6.

MITCHELL-NEILSON SCHOOLS Primary 1303 Jones Blvd. Murfreesboro 615-895-2904 — and — Elementary 711 W. Clark Blvd. Murfreesboro 615-890-7841 mitchellneilsonschools.net Murfreesboro City Schools Grades PreK - 6. A leadership academy school. THURMAN FRANCIS ARTS ACADEMY 221 Todd Lane, Smyrna 615-904-6715 tfs.rcschools.net Rutherford County Schools Grades K - 8.

SUMNER MERROL HYDE MAGNET SCHOOL 615-264-6543 mhm.sumnerschools.org 128 Township Drive Hendersonville Sumner County Schools Grades K - 12.

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PUBLIC SCHOOL PROFILES THE HOMESCHOOL OPTION Learn about all kinds of homeschool options at tn.gov/education/ school-options/homeschooling-in-tn.html. At the site you’ll also have access to frequently asked questions. Home Education Association of Rutherford County (HEART) heaort.wildapricot.org A supplemental organization providing support and community for home-education families in Rutherford and surrounding counties. Middle Tennessee Home Education Association (MTHEA) • mthea.org MTHEA provides support for home-school families by nurturing, educating and motivating them. Tennessee Department of Education tn.gov/education/schooloptions/home-schooling-intn.html Houses Tennessee’s homeschooling laws and requirements. Tennessee Home Education Association tnhea.org Offers statewide resources, information and support. Tennessee Virtual Academy 855-684-7168 tnva.k12.com A curriculum-based full-time online statewide public school for grades K - 8 and high school beginning in the 2018-19 school year.

DAVIDSON METRO NASHVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS (MNPS) 2601 Bransford Ave. Nashville 615-259-4636 mnps.org MNPS is one of the nation’s top 50 largest school districts, serving 88,000 students in more than 160 schools. MNPS paid for students to take advanced placement, IB and Cambridge exams — doubling the number of students who take these exams. MNPS recently announced Stratford STEM Magnet High School and Rose Park Magnet Middle School have earned STEM accreditation after a rigorous two-day process, making them the first and second schools in MNPS to attain this mark of distinction. Nationally, only 138 schools hold this accreditation.

RUTHERFORD MURFREESBORO CITY SCHOOLS DISTRICT 2552 S. Church St. Murfreesboro 615-893-2313 cityschools.net Twelve schools, including one preschool, comprise the Murfreesboro City Schools (MCS) District serving more than 8,800 children. MCS’ 13th elementary school is slated to open for the 2019 20 school year. Rutherford County School District 2240 Southpark Drive Murfreesboro 615-893-5812 rcschools.net The Rutherford County School District oversees 47 elementary, middle

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and high schools serving approximately 45,000 students. Construction is underway on Rocky Fork Elementary School. The schools are also accredited by AdvancED.

SUMNER SUMNER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 695 E. Main St. Gallatin 615-451-5200 sumnerschools.org Sumner County Schools has 29,389 students who reflect the community’s growing diversity. There are 49 schools in operation, including one Middle College High School, one Middle Technical College High School, seven regular high schools, one virtual high school, 11 middle schools, 24 elementary schools, two STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) elementary schools, one academic magnet school and one alternative/zero tolerance school.

WILLIAMSON FRANKLIN SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (FSSD) 507 New Hwy. 96 W. Franklin 615-794-6624 fssd.org

In August, 2018, the Tennessee State Legislature voted to require the motto, “In God We Trust” to be prominently displayed in every public school in the state.

The FSSD serves nearly 3,700 PreK - 8 students in eight schools including Franklin, Johnson, Liberty, Moore and Poplar Grove elementary schools along with Poplar Grove and Freedom Middle schools and Freedom Intermediate. All schools and the central office are accredited by AdvancED, one of the most esteemed education accrediting agencies in the nation. In its last review (2013), the FSSD received an extended accreditation through 2018. WILLIAMSON COUNTY SCHOOLS 1320 W. Main St. Ste. 202, Franklin 615-472-4000 wcs.edu This K - 12 district serves more than 40,000 students at 48 school sites including 10 high schools, 10 middle schools, 26 elementary schools and one K - 8 school. Williamson County Schools also offers the School-Age Child Care (SACC) program. It’s a year-round program that provides extended care services for school-aged children and is offered at all Williamson County elementary schools for a nominal fee. The district’s graduating class of 2017 posted an ACT composite score of 25.2, the highest in the history of the district.

WILSON LEBANON SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LSSD) 397 N. Castle Heights Ave., Lebanon 615-449-6060 | lssd.org LSSD serves circa 3,700

students and comprises four Pre-K - grade 5 schools (Byars Dowdy, Castle Heights, Coles Ferry and Sam Houston) and two middle schools serving grades 6 - 8 (Walter J. Baird and Winfree Bryant). The district’s special education department offers speech and language services, deaf education, occupational and physical therapies, vision services and more. LSSD also has fine arts in all schools as well as a STEM program. The schools are also accredited by AdvancED, one of the largest and most esteemed school accreditation agencies in the country. WILSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 415 Harding Drive Lebanon 615-444-3282 wcschools.com Providing education for more than 18,800 students, Wilson County School District includes 10 elementary schools, three K - 8 schools, three middle schools, four high schools and one adult high school. Plans are in the works for a new high school. A new middle school is under construction now and set to open in Aug. 2019. In addition, Wilson County students in grades 3 - 5 rank in the top 10 statewide for reading and English language arts achievement. Wilson County offers more than 30 advanced placement courses and gives its students the opportunity to start earning college credit as early as ninth grade.

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