Welcome to Sylvan Park Paideia Elementary School, where students thrive through a whole-child approach grounded in the Paideia philosophy. Our curriculum blends critical thinking, real-world projects, and civil dialogue to cultivate academic, social, and emotional growth. As a true community school, we celebrate diverse learners, an engaged parent body, and active, supportive relationships—with one united goal: helping every Panther flourish. Go Panthers!
This site is provided and funded by Sylvan Park PTO and is not an official school website for Metro Nashville Public Schools.
Calendar
- Tue, May 5
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NO SCHOOL
Tue, May 5
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- Fri, May 8
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Field Day- During School
Fri, May 8
Sylvan Park Paideia Elementary School, 4801 Utah Ave, Nashville, TN 37209, USA
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- Tue, May 12
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PTO Board Meeting (Final one)
Tue, May 12 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Latest News
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April 29 – May 1: Book Exchange
Have a book? Leave a book! Need a book? Take a book! This year, instead of the annual used book sale, we are holding a book EXCHANGE before and after school! Books may be dropped off in advance at 500 N. Wilson Blvd. until April 28, or bring them directly to the book exchange. This
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Looking for Volunteers for Spring Carnival
The 2026 Spring Carnival is just a few weeks away and we are looking for some volunteers to help supervise different activities. There are two shifts, so you can help out and still have time to hang with your kiddos! AND as a THANK YOU for volunteering, you will receive one FREE ticket to the
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Chess Team Wins Again!
Congratulations to the Sylvan Park Elementary chess team for winning first place in the K-6 division at the recent Nashville Classical 2026 Spring Chess Tournament. In addition to the team trophy, multiple students earned individual awards for their top 10 finishes. Chess team members included Avighna Janve, Libby Reynolds, Hugh Davis, Arcadian Kinny, and Maks
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April 13-17: Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week!
Get ready to boogie! Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is April 13-17, and our theme is 70s Disco: Our Teachers & Staff are Groovy-Tastic! We are so excited to celebrate the amazing people who make our school shine. MONDAY: “You’re Solid Gold!” – Write a note or draw a picture for your teacher. TUESDAY: “Stayin’