09/22/26 MNPS Board of Education

The Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) Board of Education held a meeting on September 22, 2026, primarily focused on leadership elections and updates on college and career readiness initiatives. The board elected new leadership positions including chair, vice chair, and TSBA representatives. A significant portion of the meeting highlighted the successful 2026 College and Career Expo, which engaged high school seniors with representatives from colleges, military branches, and career programs, including construction trades. The board discussed plans to sustain funding for this event and expand career readiness activities to other grade levels, emphasizing partnerships with technical programs and industry certifications. Public participation included concerns about student discipline policies and calls for accountability regarding special education student safety, but no direct procurement or contract discussions were noted.