PENCIL is the premier organization linking community resources to Metro Nashville Public Schools. 

Thanks to dedicated PENCIL Partners, students work in state-of-the-art laboratories alongside teachers and industry professionals. Teachers design lesson plans that cross the traditional boundaries of education - like linking data points in algebra with students'​ Agricultural Science classes. Dedicated volunteers regularly donate one lunch hour a week to help a child improve his or her reading comprehension. Businesses work to create an engaged and excited student pipeline interested in their industry through internships and job shadowing.

PENCIL also operates free teacher resource centers where Metro Nashville Public School teachers can shop free once a quarter to help supplement their classrooms.

Education

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Christiane Buggs

Kelly Rolf

Jane Grimes Meneely

Bob Kucher

The Partnership and Collaboration Team at PENCIL is responsible for establishing and nurturing relationships with community organizations, businesses, and educational stakeholders to create impactful programs for Metro Nashville Public Schools. They develop strategic partnerships that enhance educational resources and opportunities, facilitate volunteer engagement, and support innovative learning experiences, ensuring that students receive the comprehensive support they need to thrive in and out of the classroom.

Partnership and Collaboration Team

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Other teams at PENCIL

Operational Support Team

Leadership Team