News Summary
The Covenant School has announced plans to purchase seven lots for a new campus on Highway 70, strategically located between Brook Hollow Road and Vossland Drive. The school’s Head of School, Trudy Waters, expressed excitement about this opportunity as it symbolizes a fresh start following the tragic mass shooting in 2023. The development will require administrative approval from the Metro Planning Department and is part of the school’s efforts to create a safe and nurturing environment for students. The community closely follows these plans as The Covenant School aims to gather support through its capital campaign.
Nashville – The Covenant School has announced plans to purchase seven lots for a new campus on Highway 70, strategically located between Brook Hollow Road and Vossland Drive. This development comes as the school operates under a short-term lease at its current campus, which was revitalized last year. The school is under contract for the purchase of the property.
The Head of School, Trudy Waters, expressed enthusiasm over this new opportunity, describing it as a chance for a fresh start where “God’s love will continue to echo in the new home.” The chosen location is expected to be appealing for both current families and prospective students of the school.
As part of the development process, the project will require administrative approval from the Metro Planning Department, with the review expected to take place in the coming weeks. The new campus signifies a pivotal step for The Covenant School as it prepares to move forward nearly two years following a tragic mass shooting that took place on March 27, 2023. This shooting resulted in the deaths of six individuals, including three nine-year-old children: Evelyn Dieckhaus, Hallie Scruggs, and William Kinney. Also among the victims were three adults: Cynthia Peak, Katherine Koonce, and Mike Hill, all of whom are deeply mourned by the community.
The property currently belongs to Nashvillians Mike Shmerling and his wife, Lisa. The Covenant School has initiated the “This is the Day” Capital Campaign to facilitate this transition to their new campus, aiming to gather financial support for this significant endeavor.
This announcement not only represents a crucial turning point for the school but also a message of resilience and hope for the greater Nashville community. The move will allow the school to rebuild its environment while ensuring a safe and nurturing space for its students to thrive.
The Covenant School has been a part of the Nashville community for many years and has faced devastating challenges in recent times. The decision to find a new campus is seen as essential to provide a secure and supportive setting for education after the traumatic events that occurred in 2023. The entire community is closely following the developments related to the school’s plans, eager for updates as the project progresses.
Residents and interested individuals can subscribe to the local newsletters to remain informed about the school’s advancements and other news in the Middle Tennessee area. As The Covenant School moves forward, it will continue to embody its mission to foster growth, love, and learning in a safe and welcoming environment.
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- NewsChannel 5: Covenant School New Home Announcement
- KATV: Covenant School New Site After Mass Shooting
- AP News: Timeline of Covenant School Shooting
- CNN: Covenant School Shooting Timeline
- WBIR: Covenant School Finds New Home
- Wikipedia: Covenant School Shooting
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Covenant School
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