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Welcome to the Lebanon Special School District. Our district serves over 4,100 students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through Eighth grade. Our school system is served by over 615 dedicated men and women who are “Committed to a Community of Excellence” for all of our students.
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Online Communication Survey

As part of our ongoing efforts to ensure our communication practices meet your needs and expectations, we are conducting a survey to gather valuable feedback from you. The survey will take approximately 10 minutes to complete and is available until Friday, April 19, 2024.
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Music In Our Schools Month

Join us to say THANK YOU to the dedicated music educators who help our students express their creativity in school!
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Cooking Matters Workshop

The UT Extension Office in partnership with the Wilson County Health Department and Vine Branch Fellowship are hosting free cooking classes for parents.
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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.
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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.
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