MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Leaders of University Schools and the University of Memphis held a ceremonial ribbon cutting for Campus School Kimball, the first new elementary school to launch under the University’s umbrella since Campus School opened its doors in 1912.
“When we became a school district, we made a commitment to serve more students in Memphis,” said Sally Parish, vice provost and director of Schools. “The opening of Campus School Kimball allows us to do just that, and it is exciting to see this vision become a reality for our students and families.”
Campus School Kimball marks a significant step forward for the University of Memphis Innovative School District — now entering its second academic year as a local education agency (LEA) under the Innovative School District Act, continues to build on its legacy of academic excellence.
This comes on the heels of a standout inaugural year for University Schools, whose students posted the second highest TCAP scores in the state.
“We look forward to continuing our century-long tradition of high-quality elementary education at our newest University School, and I am confident Campus School Kimball will be a place where every child can achieve their personal best,” Parish continued.
The school is situated on the former St. George’s Independent School campus in the Sherwood Forest neighborhood of Memphis, gifted to University Schools by St. George’s. Under the leadership of Executive Director Stacy Adams, the new campus will extend the district’s student-centered, research driven model to even more learners across grades K–5.
“At Campus School Kimball, we remain dedicated to extending our K-5 model by fostering a collaborative culture, embracing innovative teaching and learning practices, and building strong community partnerships — a tradition we will continue to cultivate, nurture and grow,” said Adams.
With this expansion, University Schools now offers a seamless education journey from early childhood through graduation, with the district also welcoming its first-ever senior class at University High.
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