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Rutherford County opens new middle school, the district’s 53rd campus
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Sydney Witte , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· August 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The school, Poplar Hill Middle, welcomed over 800 students on its first full day.
Rutherford County has opened a new middle school, its 53rd campus. The school, Poplar Hill Middle, welcomed over 800 students on its first full day. The campus is a sizable facility, covering nearly 170,000 square feet and spanning two stories.
It features the same safety technology as other Rutherford County schools. Further details about the school and its operations are available from Rutherford County Schools. The new campus is expected to serve as a model for future school construction in the area.
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Category: schools Published: August 10, 2026 Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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