RCS Magnet School Information Nights: Nov. 10, 12 and 17 at 6 p.m.

Rutherford County Schools will hold information nights for its three magnet programs ahead of 2027-28 applications: Thurman Francis Arts Academy on Nov. 10, McFadden School of Excellence on Nov. 12 and Central Magnet School on Nov. 17, all at 6 p.m.

Rutherford County Schools' three magnet programs will host information nights for families before the application process for the 2027-2028 school year. All meetings begin at 6 p.m.

RCS Magnet School Information Night Dates

| Date | School | Grades | Start | |---|---|---|---| | Tuesday, Nov. 10 | Thurman Francis Arts Academy (Smyrna) | K-8 | 6 p.m. | | Thursday, Nov. 12 | McFadden School of Excellence (Murfreesboro) | K-5 | 6 p.m. | | Tuesday, Nov. 17 | Central Magnet School (Murfreesboro) | 6-12 | 6 p.m. |

The district's announcement does not list a venue or application dates for the 2027-28 year. Families should check rcschools.net for those details.

About the Three Magnet Programs

• Central Magnet School in Murfreesboro serves grades 6-12. The district says U.S. News and World Report recently named it the No. 1 high school in the nation, using a methodology built on six factors focused on student performance on state assessments and how effectively schools prepare students for college.
• Thurman Francis Arts Academy in Smyrna serves grades K-8 with an emphasis on fine and performing arts. The district says U.S. News has consistently recognized it as one of Tennessee's best schools for grades K-5 and 6-8.
• McFadden School of Excellence in Murfreesboro serves grades K-5. The district says it was named a Blue Ribbon School for Tennessee earlier this year and is regularly ranked as a top K-5 school by U.S. News.

More for Rutherford County Parents

OnlyInMurfreesboro's Murfreesboro schools guide covers the districts and campuses, the Smyrna guide covers the town where Thurman Francis is located, and the Rutherford County guide has other county services.

Frequently Asked Questions

When are the RCS magnet school information nights?

Thurman Francis Arts Academy on Nov. 10, McFadden School of Excellence on Nov. 12 and Central Magnet School on Nov. 17. All begin at 6 p.m.

Which grades do the RCS magnet schools serve?

Thurman Francis Arts Academy serves K-8, McFadden School of Excellence serves K-5 and Central Magnet School serves 6-12.

Which school year are the applications for?

The information nights come ahead of the application process for the 2027-2028 school year.

Sources: Rutherford County Schools: Learn more about RCS magnet schools at information nights.