Sylvan Park Paideia Elementary School

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

Mon, Mar 2
  • Read Across America Week

    Mon, Mar 2 - Fri, Mar 6  

Fri, Mar 6
  • 1/2 School Day

    Fri, Mar 6  8:00 am - 11:30 am

Sat, Mar 7
  • SPRING BREAK

    Sat, Mar 7 - Fri, Mar 13  

Latest News

  • February 24 – March 4: Sock Drive

    February 24 – March 4: Sock Drive

    This quarter, our school-wide Paideia Project includes a service component. We are collecting new socks and donating them to Oasis and Unicycle. Oasis is in need of M, L, and XL adult socks and Unicycle welcomes socks for children of all sizes. The collection will take place 2/24-3/4. Drop off bins will be located in

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  • March 2-6: Reading Week

    March 2-6: Reading Week

    Reading Week includes lots of fun dress-up days! Check out the flyer for more information.

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  • Seeking Donations for Auction

    Seeking Donations for Auction

    We need your help! We are in need of items for the silent auction. We’re looking for restaurant gift cards, vacation homes, staycations, photography sessions, big items, small items, anything you can think to contribute! In appreciation of your generosity, the school may advertise your business on our school website and in school newsletters in

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  • February 12: Diversity Night (Adult Education)

    February 12: Diversity Night (Adult Education)

    Diversity Night is an annual adult education seminar hosted by the PTO, where parents/caregivers, neighbors, and educators, are invited to discussions around diversity and inclusion. This year’s topic is “Discussing Race with our Children” and will include a presentation, followed by a discussion/Q&A session, with an equity-minded therapist. WHO: Adults in our neighborhood and school

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