2021 College Aid: How La Vergne-Smyrna Area Compares In Application Rates

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

Celebrate Your 2021 Graduate On La Vergne-Smyrna Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on La Vergne-Smyrna Patch.

FAFSA Completions Down In TN: How La Vergne-Smyrna Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for La Vergne-Smyrna area high schools.

La Vergne-Smyrna Area Increases Share Of College Grads

The share of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been growing. Here's how it’s changed in Rutherford County.

Meet Ace, The Rescue Pup Who Will Rule Smyrna High

Once kept caged at a puppy mill, Ace the bulldog is ready to roam the halls and sidelines at Smyrna High School.

Rutherford Teacher Accused Of Selling Kids Booze Won't Be Back

The Siegel High School teacher accused of selling alcohol to students did not have her contract renewed and her license is on hold.

Rutherford County Teacher Accused Of Selling Alcohol To Students

A Siegel High School Spanish teacher is suspended while the school district investigates allegations she was selling alcohol to students.

Rutherford County Schools Closing Early Monday

Rutherford County Schools will dismiss early Monday, March 19 due to a severe weather threat.

Smyrna Mom Alleges Son Sexually Assaulted At YMCA Program

A Smyrna mom is suing the YMCA, saying it failed to protect her kindergartner from a sexual assault during an after-school program.

Threat Rumors Against Rutherford Schools 'Not Credible'

Threats circulating against La Vergne High School Thursday were "thoroughly investigated" and deemed not credible, school officials said.

Rutherford County Makes Decision On Friday Classes

Will Rutherford County students finally return to class Friday?

Rutherford County Schools Closed Thursday, January 18

Rutherford County students get yet another day off Thursday, but the district hopes to resume class Friday.

Rutherford County Schools Closed Wednesday, January 17

Another snow day for Rutherford County students, as the district closed schools Wednesday, Jan. 17.

Rutherford County Schools Closed Tuesday, January 16

Ahead of an expected winter storm, Rutherford County Schools are closed Tuesday, January 16.

Rutherford County Schools Closed Friday, Jan. 12

With winter weather looming, Rutherford County Schools will be closed Friday, Jan. 12

La Vergne High Students Get Chance To Score Associate's Degree

A dual enrollment program for La Vergne High School's Class of 2020 will allow students to graduate high school with an associate's degree.

Stewarts Creek Elementary Principal Ginger Tucker Dies

Ginger Tucker, principal at Stewarts Creek Elementary since 2012, died unexpectedly Tuesday.

Smyrna SRO Arrested, Fired, Rebuked After Allegedly Assaulting Handcuffed Teen

A 15-year veteran SRO with the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office was fired and arrested for allegedly assaulting a handcuffed student.

Forrest Hall Name Change Decision Delayed

The Tennessee Historical Commission will not vote on allowing a name change for MTSU's Forrest Hall until February.

Bomb Threat To Smyrna High School, Justice Center 'Not Credible'

Smyrna High School went on a brief lockdown Tuesday after a bomb threat was called in.

Total Eclipse 2017 In Tennessee: Rutherford County Schools Opt To Close After All

With less than a week until the eclipse, Rutherford County's school board voted to cancel classes Monday.

Rutherford County School Calendar 2017-18: First Day Of School, Vacations, Conferences

When's the first day of school in Rutherford County? That, and other must-know dates for parents, students and teachers.

Smyrna Student Awarded National Merit Scholarship

A Smyrna student who graduated from Central Magnet is the winner of a National Merit Scholarship.

'The Real World: La Vergne High'?: Filmmaker Wants To Make TV Doc At Home Of The Wolverines

La Vergne High principal Dirk Ash insists the project isn't a reality show, but an effort to show a true American high school in action.

Rutherford County Schools Closing Two Hours Early

The threat of severe storms during normal dismissal times has Rutherford County closing schools early Wednesday.

Key Rutherford County Schools Dates After Spring Break

Rutherford County Schools will hit the homestretch after Spring Break. See some key dates.

Rutherford County Sub Fired For Saying Trump Supporters Are Better When Dead

The substitute was apparently at a school when he posted his anti-Trump message the day after the election.

La Vergne Primary School Evacuated After Possible Gas Leak

All La Vergne Primary School students are safe and being fed lunch at Roy Waldron Elementary.

Teacher Caught Stealing Student's Prescription Drugs Now Working at Smyrna's Stewartsboro Elementary

After a two-month suspension for pilfering pills, a former Eagleville teacher now works at a Smyrna school.

Rutherford County Schools Closed Monday, January 9

Treacherous road conditions in rural parts of the county will keep schools in Rutherford County closed once again.

Middle Tennessee School Closings and Delays: January 6

See a list of which schools are closed or delayed Friday.

Rutherford County Schools Students Return January 4; See Key Second Semester Dates

Here are important dates to know for the spring semester for Rutherford County Schools.

Rutherford County Schools Rank Well on State Report Card

La Vergne, Smyrna and Stewarts Creek all lagged countywide numbers on the latest education report cards.

La Vergne High Student Arrested for Carrying a Gun on Campus

A 16-year-old male La Vergne High student faces charges of gun possession at a school and possession of a stolen gun.

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Holds First Smyrna Class

TCAT's Smyrna campus will open full-time January 4.

Rutherford School Building Plan Totals $402 Million

Rapidly-growing Rutherford County will have to spend big on schools to keep up with surging student populations.

Zoning Proposal for Rocky Fork Middle Prompts Parent Concerns

School officials try to ease parents' minds by suggesting zone exemptions or grandfathering may be possible.

Zoning Discussed For New Middle School in Smyrna

The school board discussed the zoning proposal for Rocky Fork Middle Monday; parents will have their chance Wednesday night.

La Vergne Students to Get State's Help for College Prep

La Vergne High School is one of 30 schools statewide selected for the Advise TN program.

Rutherford County Schools Posts Seven-Year High on ACT

La Vergne and Stewarts Creek High Schools show big gains.