We welcome three new teachers to the high school this year.
Libby Dorris joins the high school, where she will teach French. Prior to moving to Nashville, Libby taught middle and high school students in Connecticut. She has a B.A. in modern languages.
Dana Mayfield joins the high school faculty, teaching freshman English and advising the literary magazine staff. However, she is not new to the school: Dana taught in our middle school before the birth of her son, who is now a USN student. Dana has an M.A. in English and teaching experience in middle school through college.
Ben Zeppos '05 joins the high school faculty as a debate coach. A former USN debater himself, Ben will direct the research for this year's competition and teach research skills and strategic goals. Ben has a B.A. in comparative literature, with a focus on Latin, German, and Ancient Greek.
After winning one of the most competitive mock trial districts in the country, USN headed to the State Tournament and turned in another strong performance.
What began as an eighth-grade initiative has evolved into a powerhouse sport. The Ultimate Frisbee team, now a launchpad for talent with many alumni playing in college, draws national attention at the annual River Campus Classic hosted at University School of Nashville. Guided by dedicated alumni coaches, the boys and girls teams consistently win state championships, embodying a legacy of excellence and innovation.
USN Mission: University School of Nashville models the best educational practices. In an environment that represents the cultural and ethnic composition of Metropolitan Nashville, USN fosters each student’s intellectual, artistic, and athletic potential, valuing and inspiring integrity, creative expression, a love of learning, and the pursuit of excellence.