Back to School
Welcome Back to School!
When the morning bell rings August 11, students, teachers and staff in schools across the district will celebrate a beautiful tradition by ushering in the exciting start of a new academic year.
This page is being updated for the new school year, and it will help students and families get ready with information ranging from enrollment to transportation.
If there is other information you need, use the website's powerful search function, contact the district Family Information Center or contact your school directly.
Back-to-School Cluster Bashes
Join your school community for a Back-to-School party, complete with games, music, food trucks and giveaways of school supplies and backpacks! The first Bash is Glencliff's cluster on July 23.
Volunteer at a Bash
Search "Cluster Bash" at Hands on Nashville.
New School Start and End Times
Beginning in the 2026–27 school year, start and end times for zoned schools with MNPS-provided transportation are changing.
Please check the alphabetical school list - or your school website - for the correct start time.
Student-Parent Handbook
The Student-Parent Handbook provides important information on student rights, family resources and district procedures.
Permissions Portal
Families can use the online permissions portal to submit important programming and privacy forms that schools need.
Subscribe to Calendars
Subscribe to calendars and never miss an important date or school event again.
- Subscribe to the district calendar, or your school calendar, to receive event reminders via email, or directly onto your personal calendar.
- District events are added to all school calendars, too.

Enrolling for 2026-2027?
Are you new to Davidson County? Is your student a rising Kindergartener? It's time to enroll for school. The good news is, you can do it all online or in person. Here's how:
Important Questions
Have You Moved?
If you moved to a new school zone, you'll need to re-register your student for either their new zoned school or an optional school where seats are still available.
Do You Speak a Language other than english?
If English is not a student or family's first language, contact the Office of English Learners for assessment and registration.
New to Metro Schools or Switching Schools?
- Use the online application portal to apply for an optional school.
- Availability or waitlist at a school is available after the application is submitted.
- A student identification number is required to apply.

Getting Ready for School: The Basics
- Do we have your current contact information?
- Before and Aftercare
- Immunizations & Vaccines
- The Portals Page
- School Attire
- School Supplies
- Student & Family Services
- Nutrition Services
- Transportation
Do we have your current contact information?
Before and Aftercare
Immunizations & Vaccines
The Portals Page
School Attire
School Supplies
Student & Family Services
Nutrition Services
Transportation
Digital Tools and Technology
School Support & Community

