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Board of Education Meeting 8/25/2026 Recap:

Yesterday evening was a special night for the Lebanon Special School District community as we held our regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting, marked by transitions, heartfelt gratitude, and new beginnings!
Here are the highlights from last night:

Event flyer featuring schedule and details for workshops on emotional support.

Community Connections! Join us for LSSD's Lunch and Learn Series.

For parents and caregivers of children ages 3 - 8. Free Lunch and Resources! Reserve your spot for this monthly series beginning on Sept. 9th at First United Methodist from 11am - Noon.

ROOT for Lebanon- Free Tree Giveaway

Apply while Supplies Last! Increasing Lebanon's Tree Canopy and reducing stormwater impacts, one tree at a time!

Calendar of appreciation days from September 2026 to May 2027.

LSSD Appreciation Days 2026 -2027

Mark your calendar for these dates throughout the school year to recognize, acknowledge and appreciate!

Free Groceries Flyer with brown bag of food

FREE Groceries this Saturday, 8/29 at Byars Dowdy, 904 Hickory Ridge Rd.

You MUST Text your First and Last Name to 615-804-2460 to be on the list. Doors close at 9am

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Upcoming Events

26 Aug

Attendance and General District Q & A

Time: 8 AM – 1 PM

Location: Winfree Bryant Middle School, 1213 Leeville Pike Professional Development Center

4 Sep

Stockpile PD- No Students

7 Sep

Labor Day - No School

14 Sep

LSSD Board of Education Meeting

Time: 6 PM – 7 PM

Location: Winfree Bryant Middle School

24 Sep

Parent Teacher Conferences- Abbreviated Day

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Our Mission

The commitment to excellence in teaching and learning inspires and empowers all children, equipping them with the tools they will need to be successful in a globally changing world.

About Us

The Lebanon Special School District’s mission is “committed to a community of excellence”. The district provides instruction for pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, as well as, services for children qualifying for special education. The Lebanon Special School District of Wilson County, Tennessee, was established by a special act of the Tennessee General Assembly in 1901. Originally, the school district corresponded to the Tenth Civil District. It has been enlarged twice, taking in areas of the Third Civil District.