Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
East Literature Middle and High (5-12) School Profile
   

110 Gallatin Road Nashville, TN 37206 615.262.6947

District 5
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Stratford Cluster
Stratford Cluster 

 

East Literature Magnet 

 
Facts about our School
Year School Built 1932
Renovation 2004
Square Footage 208,308
Number of Students 1200
Grades Served 5-12
School Hours 8:00 - 3:00
School Colors Red and Gray
School Mascot Eagle
School Motto:  
"Come Soar with the Eagles"
Cluster Stratford
 

Principal: Steve Ball- steve.ball@mnps.org

Assistant Principals:
Paul Brunette - paul.brunette@mnps.org
Tim Caher - timothy.caher@mnps.org
Kim Mansfield- kim.mansfield@mnps.org

District 5 School Board Representative:
Gracie Porter - gracie@gracieporter.com

District 5 Metro Council Representative: Pam Murray - pam.murray@nashville.gov,
248-3556

 
What Does Our School Offer?

East Literature Magnet opened its doors in the fall of 1993 as a school-within-a-school on the campus of East Middle School. This literature-based program provides the skills for life that are grounded in the written word and part of a framework of cultural diversity and interdisciplinary teaching. The nucleus of instruction is literary.

High standards for behavior, integrity, and achievement are required. The school asks for community involvement by all its students. Students interested in being a part of this program should enjoy reading and have a desire to be a strong communicator.


What Makes Our School Unique?

East Literature Magnet is distinct and unique in several ways:

  • Reading and writing are the primary focus of the curriculum.
  • Curriculum is built on research and critical thinking skills
  • Foreign language is offered at all grade levels
  • High school credit classes are provided for upper middle school students.
  • The 5-12 grade structure allows us to provide a strong, cohesive academic program.

East Literature Magnet has been a standalone school since 1999. With a total population of 1,200, we continue to grow each year.

In all areas of life, reading and writing are essential skills. We hope you will give us an opportunity to talk with you about our program. We want the very best education for your student.


Who Attends Our School?

Any student who lives in Davidson County may apply to attend East Magnet through the lottery. The school has a geographic priority zone (GPZ) allowing 30%of available seats to students residing in this area. All students interested in attending a magnet school must submit applications prior to the deadline.

East Literature is geographically zoned to Stratford High School Cluster.


PENCIL Partners

PENCIL Foundation, a nonprofit organization, links community resources with Nashville public schools. A PENCIL Partner is a business or other community organization that teams up with a Metro school to volunteer time and donate resources that promote student success.

  • East Area Business Council

 

 

Community Partners

The East Nashville High School Alumni house is located on our campus and serves as the headquarters for one of the largest alumni organizations in the nation. Our renovated buildings are built on the legacy left by the many former students who became pioneers and leaders in business, government, entertainment, and the military. Today, the alumni provide support for our campus and students. Scholarships are provided each year to selected students.

Before/After School Care
The East Nashville YMCA provides after school care for our students. The program begins immediately after school and goes until 6:00.

 
 
  The Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, or disability in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services, or activities. MNPS does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. 2009 - 2010  
 
 
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