Pearl-Cohn Entertainment Magnet High School

Pearl-Cohn Entertainment Magnet High School The first black high school graduates completed their studies in June, 1888. In 1986, Pearl's facilities were expanded and renamed the Martin Luther King Jr.

In 1867, the Tennessee State Legislature passed a bill to extend the benefits of public education to both black and white children to be taught in seperate schools. The board of education rented a two story frame building from Fisk University,in the fall of 1883 the Pearl HIgh school opened on South Summer Street after a Union sympathizer Joshua Fenton Pearl. That class included three boys and fou

r girls.By June 1897, there had been ten graduating classes, and the names of 116 persons were recorded. Those early alumni served in their communities, schools, churches, homes, business, etc. They, along with their children, grandchildren relatives, friends, and proteges, have provided almost 100 years of intellectual, moral, educational, civic, and social contributions throughout Nashville and the world. By the time Pearl High School opened at the foregoing North Nashville site, the names of approximately 600 "black high school graduates"were in annual reports made to Nashville Superintendent of Schools, between 1888 and 1917. Magnet School. Today, the school draws gifted and talented students from throughout the county who have a special interest in health, science and engineering. One hundred twenty students graduate each year. Students who would have attended Pearl High School in the past now go to the Pearl-Cohn Comprehensive High School, a much larger school with more than 1,500 students.

Attention Pearl-Cohn Nation! We are thrilled to welcome back the PC News Network! 🎥📰Our talented student journalists ar...
09/03/2026

Attention Pearl-Cohn Nation! We are thrilled to welcome back the PC News Network! 🎥📰

Our talented student journalists are once again at the forefront of sharing the stories that matter most to our school community, under the outstanding leadership of Ms. Young. We are excited to bring you daily announcements, school updates, student highlights, special events, and much more throughout the year.

Be sure to tune in and support our students as they inform, inspire, and stay connected. The PC News Network is back and better than ever!

🔥 PCNN IS BACK! | New School Year, New Shows, Same Firebird Pride! ...

We're excited to welcome our Pearl-Cohn Entertainment Magnet High School Firebirds back to campus and kick off an amazin...
07/23/2026

We're excited to welcome our Pearl-Cohn Entertainment Magnet High School Firebirds back to campus and kick off an amazing year of learning, growth, and opportunities! Join us for Orientation on August 6, 2026, and connect with administrators, teachers, counselors, and grade-level teams while learning about everything Pearl-Cohn has to offer.
📍 Check out the flyer for your grade-level meeting time and location. We can't wait to see you there!

Welcome to the Firebird family!Join us in welcoming Dr. Terrance Bankett as the new Assistant Principal of the Academy o...
06/23/2026

Welcome to the Firebird family!

Join us in welcoming Dr. Terrance Bankett as the new Assistant Principal of the Academy of Health Science & Personal Care at Pearl-Cohn!

With 16 years of dedicated service in education, Dr. Bankett has fostered inclusive learning environments, cultivated meaningful relationships with students, staff, families, and community partners, and championed students. We look forward to the leadership, passion, and experience he will bring to our students, staff, and community.

Welcome to the Firebird Family!Please join us in welcoming Dr. Kendrick to Pearl-Cohn High School as our newest Assistan...
06/23/2026

Welcome to the Firebird Family!

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Kendrick to Pearl-Cohn High School as our newest Assistant Principal for Freshman Academy!

Dr. Kendrick brings a passion for student success, educational excellence, and servant leadership. We are excited to have him join our team as we continue empowering students, strengthening our community, and soaring to new heights together.

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05/20/2026

🎓❤️🖤🤍 Join us as we celebrate the Class of 2026!

View the Pearl-Cohn High School Graduation livestream and witness our Firebirds walk across the stage into their next chapter. From academic excellence to unforgettable memories, this moment belongs to our students, families, and community.Tune in live at 6PM and celebrate with us from anywhere! Lipscomb.edu/live

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Congratulations to the Class of 2026 Salutatorian — TEAIJAH FRAZIER! ❤️🤍🖤 Teaijah’s hard work, brilliance, determinatio...
05/09/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 Salutatorian — TEAIJAH FRAZIER! ❤️🤍🖤

Teaijah’s hard work, brilliance, determination, and unwavering commitment to excellence have earned her one of the highest honors in the graduating class. Her achievement reflects not only academic success, but the heart, resilience, and leadership that define a true Firebird.

Today, we proudly celebrate an outstanding student, scholar, and young leader whose future has no limits. Pearl-Cohn is beyond proud of you!

Congratulations, Teaijah! Keep soaring! 🔥

Please join us in celebrating the Class of 2026 Valedictorian — CIMMARRON MARTIN! ❤️🤍🖤 Through relentless dedication, a...
05/09/2026

Please join us in celebrating the Class of 2026 Valedictorian — CIMMARRON MARTIN! ❤️🤍🖤

Through relentless dedication, academic excellence, leadership, and perseverance, Cimmarron has earned the highest academic honor in the graduating class. This achievement represents years of sacrifice, discipline, and commitment to greatness, and we could not be more proud!

You have represented Firebird Nation with excellence, character, and purpose. The future is bright, and this is only the beginning.

Congratulations, Cimmarron! Your Pearl-Cohn family celebrates you today and always! 🔥

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904 26th Avenue N
Nashville, TN
37208

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Monday 7:05am - 2:05pm
Tuesday 7:05am - 2:05pm
Wednesday 7:05am - 2:05pm
Thursday 7:05am - 2:05pm
Friday 7:05am - 2:05pm

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