Dear Prospective Matador,

Thank you for taking an interest in our school. It is with genuine pride that I extend an invitation to learn more about who we are, what we stand for, and why we are passionate about our work. First, allow me to define "we." J.T. Moore is not just a school, it's a family. It's not just a place to teach and learn, it's a place to build relationships, to build character, to build a bright future. You see, when you choose JTM, you become part of a community that believes in the power of learning from and with one another. We are a shining example of what public schools can be - a balanced blend of 5th to 8th grade students who come to us from our extended neighborhood. Whether families live near 12 South, Green Hills or Forest Hills, the school is happily in the middle and that is what brings us together.

As an International Baccalaureate World School, JTM shares the organization's mission “To develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. We encourage students to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.” These are not just words to us - this core belief guides the school’s focus for curriculum development, community service, and enrichment activities. Our vision is to develop the best prepared freshmen in Nashville. We recognize that adolescents do not have all the answers to life's hard questions, but we give you our pledge that we will guide them developmentally, academically, and socially so that no matter where they go for high school, they will enter the 9th grade with a strong set of skills that will serve them well into the future.

If you are looking for an educational setting that provides a safe but spirited environment, a place that values diverse perspectives within a learning community that embraces parent involvement, you have found it at JTM. When it comes to choosing a school, we appreciate that there are many options in Nashville. Please know that we are committed to meeting the needs of our families and stand ready to provide any assistance you may need as you take the next steps with your child. Thank you again for your interest.