Isaiah T. Creswell Middle Magnet School of the Visual and Performing Arts

Isaiah T. Creswell Middle Magnet School of the Visual and Performing Arts Isaiah T. Creswell is Nashville's only Fine Arts middle school. We offer year-long visual and performing arts classes.

One of Metro Nashville Publis Schools Option Schools, students apply through the optional school choice application.

Creswell get ready to show off your style and spread positivity because Dolly Parton Day is coming to our school on Frid...
08/31/2026

Creswell get ready to show off your style and spread positivity because Dolly Parton Day is coming to our school on Friday, September 25th 9.25!
Because Dolly reminds us that “It’s All About Kindness,” we’re inviting all students and staff to celebrate by getting their “Dolly on” and dressing up for the occasion.
What to Wear
Cowboy or cowgirl hats
Cowboy or cowgirl boots/shoes
Anything pink!
Blonde wigs
Anything and everything Dolly-inspired!
Outfit Guidelines
Please ensure all outfits are school-appropriate, fun, and respectful for our entire learning community.
Let’s make it a wonderful day of creativity, fun, and positivity. As Dolly says—be a little more like Dolly and Be Kind!

Get ready to kick off the new school year with energy, passion, and purpose! ⚡️ Join us for AVID Back-to-School Spirit W...
08/10/2026

Get ready to kick off the new school year with energy, passion, and purpose! ⚡️ Join us for AVID Back-to-School Spirit Week: Create. Innovate. Elevate. as we celebrate our future goals, showcase our creativity, and show off our school pride from August 17 – 21!

Check out the daily themes below and start planning your outfits! 👇

🗓️ Daily Schedule
⚡️ Monday, Aug 17 | Color Your Future

Dress in the colors representing your dream career field!
Healthcare | Education | Arts & Design | Environmental Science | Technology | Engineering | Business
🎨 Tuesday, Aug 18 | Arts in Action

Channel your inner creative! Dress up like an artist:
Musicians, dancers, actors, painters, photographers, fashion designers, digital artists, and more!
🔬 Wednesday, Aug 19 | STEAM Day

Show us your inner scientist! Wear a lab coat, safety glasses, or a STEM shirt—get “scienceY” (think Steve Urkel or The Magic School Bus 🚌✨)!

🧠 Thursday, Aug 20 | Magnet Minds Day

Represent your passion! Rock gear from your favorite colleges, HBCUs, sports teams, coding, robotics, theater, dance, music, visual arts, or career path.

🐾 Friday, Aug 21 | Creswell Pride Day

Finish the week strong! Wear school colors or Creswell Spirit Wear for our schoolwide celebration! 🎉

✨ Let’s get this year off to a great start—Dreams. Goals. Accomplishments. ✨

Tag us in your daily fits and use the hashtags below! 📸👇

Our school time did not change. Don’t be late because attendance matters.
08/09/2026

Our school time did not change. Don’t be late because attendance matters.

We’re making it easier to stay connected! Creswell is now using ParentSquare for all communication between school and ho...
08/07/2026

We’re making it easier to stay connected!
Creswell is now using ParentSquare for all communication between school and home.
Families can receive updates, sign forms, schedule conferences, and more—on your phone, computer, or through the free app.
We’re looking forward to stronger connections and better communication across our school community.
Sign up: https://www.parentsquare.com/signin
Download the app: https://www.parentsquare.com/resources/app-download/

More information on the MNPS website: https://www.mnps.org/departments/technology/parentsquare

08/04/2026

At Creswell, students gain the skills and confidence to suceed in high school and beyond. Watch Robyn's story: https://bit.ly/ITCBand

07/31/2026

For Creswell students, art conservatories provide a space to be themselves, develop their talents, and find a community that celebrates who they are. Watch Alex's story: https://bit.ly/ITCTheater

07/28/2026

Analyzing scripts strengthens reading comprehension, exploring characters builds critical thinking, and connecting stories to history helps students make meaningful connections across subjects. More about arts integration: https://bit.ly/ArtsIntegrationITC

07/24/2026

At Creswell, students find more than a school—they find a community where they belong. Watch Robyn's story: https://bit.ly/ITCBand

🎨✏️ Get Ready for the Back-To-School Bash! 🎒🎶Join Metro Nashville Public Schools as we gear up for the new school year!📅...
07/22/2026

🎨✏️ Get Ready for the Back-To-School Bash! 🎒🎶
Join Metro Nashville Public Schools as we gear up for the new school year!
📅 Event Details
Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Nashville School of the Arts
📍 1250 Foster Ave, Nashville, TN 37210
Highlighting Signature B Schools: Nashville School of the Arts & IT Creswell!
📲 Scan the QR code in the flyer above to register or learn more!
We can’t wait to see you there! Let’s kick off the school year together! ✨

07/22/2026

In Creswell’s Strings Conservatory, students are challenged, encouraged, and supported as they develop their musical talents. Whether it's a student's first year playing or their seventh, dedicated instruction and a love of music help every musician reach new levels of success. Watch the full story: https://bit.ly/ITCStrings

Address

3500 John Mallette Drive
Nashville, TN
37218

Opening Hours

Monday 7:45am - 3:05pm
Tuesday 7:45am - 3pm
Wednesday 7:45am - 3:05pm
Thursday 7:45am - 3:05pm
Friday 7:45am - 3:05pm

Telephone

+16152916515

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