Welcome new MS faculty
Get to know the new faces you'll soon see in Middle School classrooms and hallways.
Bethany DiSantis, the MS/HS Choir Director, is a passionate lifelong choral musician. DiSantis is a native of Johnson City and received both her B.M. and M.Ed. from Vanderbilt University. She joyfully returns to her old stomping grounds to join the USN community. She previously taught at Gladeville Middle School in Wilson County. In addition to being a music educator, DiSantis is an active performer in the Middle Tennessee choral music community and can be found performing with the Nashville Symphony Chorus, where she serves as section leader, and Vocal Arts Nashville, a professional chamber choir. When she's not singing, she loves playing video games, cooking, and hanging out with her cats, Buttercup and Gizmo.
Brandon Graber is teaching seventh grade math. He holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from the University of Iowa and comes to USN with five years of teaching experience with grades 7-12 in Iowa and Mississippi. Graber is excited to get the school year started and to work with the wonderful students and colleagues at USN. He is looking forward to helping students discover what they are passionate about while also helping them develop critical thinking skills while learning new math content. In his free time, Graber enjoys watching sports, spending time with his wife and family, and traveling whenever given the opportunity. You will also always see Graber rocking his Iowa Hawkeye gear as he is an avid fan of the Hawkeyes.
Brandon Graber is teaching seventh grade math. He holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from the University of Iowa and comes to USN with five years of teaching experience with grades 7-12 in Iowa and Mississippi. Graber is excited to get the school year started and to work with the wonderful students and colleagues at USN. He is looking forward to helping students discover what they are passionate about while also helping them develop critical thinking skills while learning new math content. In his free time, Graber enjoys watching sports, spending time with his wife and family, and traveling whenever given the opportunity. You will also always see Graber rocking his Iowa Hawkeye gear as he is an avid fan of the Hawkeyes.
Brittany Iams is the Middle School Math Specialist. She holds a master's degree in Education Policy from Vanderbilt University and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Saint Mary’s College. Iams comes to USN with 14 years of experience in education. her experience includes five years as the Director of Math and two years as the STEM Curriculum Specialist at Valor Collegiate Academies in Nashville. Additionally, Iams also has seven years of experience teaching middle school math and elementary school. She is the parent of a USN second grader and is eager to join the USN community as a faculty member.
Director Amani Reed also announced in the spring the addition of Head of Middle School Shavon Davis Louis, who began July 1.
Meet new Lower School faculty here. Meet new High School faculty here. Meet new administrators and staff here.
Meet new Lower School faculty here. Meet new High School faculty here. Meet new administrators and staff here.
More USN News
List of 3 news stories.
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Ava ’26 recognized by National Council of Teachers of English
Congratulations to the rising senior, who has been selected for a 2025 Achievement Award in Writing by the National Council of Teachers of English.Read More -
Retired faculty, staff return to USN
As part of a longstanding tradition, retired teachers and professionals from USN over the years came together to celebrate, connect, and reminisce during their annual luncheon in Durnan Auditorium.Read More -
Athletes beyond Edgehill
Read MoreIt is common to have five or more University School of Nashville student-athletes sign college athletic commitment letters each year, and this year, USN saw eight more student-athletes commit to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. USN has several alumni participating in their chosen sport at the collegiate level from the Classes of 2021 through 2025. Continue reading to learn more about where Tigers are competing beyond Edgehill.
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2000 Edgehill Ave.
Nashville, TN 37212
Phone: 615-321-8000
Fax: 615-321-0889
Email: info@usn.org
River Campus
1200 County Hospital Road
Nashville, TN 37218
2000 Edgehill Ave.
Nashville, TN 37212
Phone: 615-321-8000
Fax: 615-321-0889
Email: info@usn.org
River Campus
1200 County Hospital Road
Nashville, TN 37218
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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.
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.