Podcast With Cayln Hilditch, Redeemer Classical Academy

Redeemer Classical Academy Growing in Murfreesboro

Redeemer Classical Academy is a school where students embark on a journey of discovery, guided by passionate educators dedicated to nurturing both the mind and the soul. Powered by a classical educational curriculum rooted in the timeless principles of truth, beauty, and goodness, students engage in the rich tapestry of Western civilization, developing a deep…

RCS Honored by National Group for Saving JazzFest

RCS Honored by National Group for Saving JazzFest

Rutherford County Schools was recently recognized for bringing teachers, parents, school board members and community leaders together to save a beloved music festival. Music for All – a national music education advocacy group – awarded its Advocacy in Action award for Community Involvement to the school district. The organization’s awards are “designed to collect, recognize,…

School Board Honors 45 Schools for Earning Level 5 Designation

School Board Honors 45 Schools for Earning Level 5 Designation

Over the past two academic years, 45 Rutherford County schools have earned a “Level 5” ranking for student academic growth, which is the highest ranking available by the Tennessee Department of Education. Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan presented banners to those school principals during the School Board meeting on Jan. 25. “The Tennessee Department…

Podcast with Lisa Trail and James Evans

Murfreesboro City and Rutherford County Schools Questions Answered

This is one of our most asked for podcasts yet! Lisa Trail from Murfreesboro City Schools and James Evans from Rutherford County Schools answer some of the most asked questions from parents about our local school systems. Not to mention, these two are hilarious. Thanks for the great episode, Lisa and James. Can’t wait to…

Murfreesboro City Schools to Host Job Fair Feb. 3

Murfreesboro City Schools to Host Job Fair Feb. 3

Murfreesboro City Schools will host a district wide job fair from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 3 at Black Fox Elementary School. The fair is designed to introduce candidates to upcoming teaching and support staff openings. The job fair will include teaching positions for the 2024-2025 school year. Additionally, applications will be accepted…

Rutherford County Schools Launches Website Seeking Feedback

Rutherford County Schools Launches Website Seeking Feedback

Rutherford County has been one of the fastest growing communities for a number of years, both statewide and nationally. The population of the county increased by over 22,400 people from 2020-2022. As part of the Plan Rutherford initiative, the county government has launched a website designed to help Rutherford County acquire the funding mechanisms, such…

Dr. Larissa Westerfield and Lisa Snider

Stewartsboro Leadership Changes Announced for Second Semester

Stewartsboro Elementary principal Dr. Larissa Westerfield will be joining the RCS instructional department as coordinator of Teaching and Learning, and current assistant principal Lisa Snider has been named interim principal of the school for the second semester. Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan announced the leadership changes today. “I want to thank Dr. Sullivan and…

Andy and Cherry Womack

The City Schools Foundation will Honor Andy and Cherry Womack

Andy and Cherry Womack will join an influential group of civic leaders to be honored by The City Schools Foundation for their support of public education at the 17th Annual Excellence in Education Celebration on April 26, 2024. Andy and Cherry are enthusiastic supporters of public education and MTSU. Cherry is a retired high school…