PENCIL

09/21/2026

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09/11/2026

We are so proud of our CEO Christiane Buggs, one of nFocus's Model Behavior honorees for 2026!

See the full gallery and read Christiane's story here:

“Access to resources and exposure to the world beyond our front door can truly make all the difference,” says Christiane Buggs, president and CEO of nonprofit PENCIL, which last year

08/12/2026

As the first bell rang across Metro Nashville Public Schools yesterday, PENCIL is proud that 13,000 kindergarten and first grade students received an Every Student Known box of classroom supplies.

Mayor O'Connell and Dr Battle joined us at Shwab Elementary to distribute supply boxes, and celebrate the start of the new year.

We could not have built and delivered these supplies without the incredible help of hundreds of Nashville volunteers. Thank you to MNPS for inviting us to collaborate on this major project!

08/04/2026

Treat yourself to some Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams next THURSDAY, 8/13, 2:00-4:00 PM. 🍦

Simply bring a donation of school supplies for PENCIL, and then enjoy a scoop on Thrivent, who is generously sponsoring this supply drive!

08/03/2026

Last week, we were honored to welcome Holly Thompson, Blair Durham and the WSMV Surprise Squad to the PENCIL Box, to celebrate an educator who has poured into Metro Nashville students over 22 years.

Leigh Ann Harbort taught computer science to students with multiple and complex disabilities at Harris-Hillman School, and is continuing to work with PENCIL to help students access educational resources.

Watch the full segment here:

The WSMV4 Surprise Squad blesses educator who retired from the classroom- but never retired from making a difference and continues to give back to Midstate students.

07/31/2026

Yesterday, we wrapped up another incredible Back to School Bash at Stratford, where students and families connected with community resources and picked up backpacks filled with supplies to start the school year strong.

We're grateful to everyone who helps make these events possible!

07/30/2026

It's the most wonderful time of the year... that's right, back to school season!

PENCIL is delighted to be supporting Back to School Bashes for every cluster this summer.

Earlier this week, we brought backpacks and smiles to Glencliff, Pearl-Cohn and Hillsboro bashes, and we're excited to see our friends at Stratford today (7/30) at 4pm!

07/30/2026

Thank you to Levi Ismail and the NewsChannel 5 Nashville team for joining us at the Box today, ahead of tomorrow's Together 4 Teachers celebration at Geodis Park!

Tune in at 4pm today (7/30) to see our segment!

07/28/2026

This past Saturday, we welcomed the returning and NEW members of PENCIL’s Emerging Leaders Board!

All 40+ of these incredible community leaders are ready to champion PENCIL’s work and grow in nonprofit leadership this school year.

Learn more and view the full list at pencilforschools.org/leadership/

07/23/2026

You're invited to our Back to School Breakfast fundraiser, presented by Nissan!

Registration is now open for all attendees to join us at Belmont University's Curb Event Center on Friday, August 21!

More than 560 business and community members hear from partners, teachers and students, as they share insight into their own experiences with PENCIL’s programs.

Secure your seat: https://give.gofundme.com/btsb26