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Uniting K-12 FamiliesThe USNA

Building Community.
Strengthening USN.
Supporting Every Student.

The University School of Nashville Association (USNA) brings together families, faculty, alumni, volunteers, and community partners to enrich the student experience through volunteerism, fundraising, and community-building. Through beloved traditions, meaningful partnerships, and generous support, USNA helps create the opportunities, connections, and experiences that make our school so special.

EVERY USN FAMILY IS A MEMBER OF USNA
Every USN family is automatically a member of the University School of Nashville Association.  We invite you to join us at our monthly membership meetings, held on the third Tuesday of each month from 8:15–9:15 a.m. in the Gordon Multipurpose Room (See calendar for some exceptions). It's a great way to hear updates, learn about upcoming initiatives, meet other families, and discover ways to get involved. or those unable to attend in person, a standing Zoom link is available for all monthly meetings.

Whether you're looking to volunteer, attend events, support the school, or simply stay connected, USNA is here to help every family find a place to belong.

Community
Creating opportunities for families, students, faculty, alumni, and friends of USN to connect through meaningful experiences and shared traditions.

Volunteerism
Mobilizing volunteers whose time, talents, and generosity help make countless programs and events possible throughout the year.

Fundraising
Raising and stewarding resources that support programs, traditions, faculty, and strategic priorities across USN.

Partnership
Working alongside school leadership to strengthen the student experience and invest in opportunities that help our community thrive.

FIND YOUR PLACE IN USNA

SIGNATURE EVENTS & PROGRAMS
Throughout the year, USNA brings our community together through signature events and programs that celebrate creativity, learning, connection, and school spirit.
Learn More


VOLUNTEER WITH USNA
Whether you have one hour to spare or want to lead a committee, there's a meaningful way to get involved. Volunteers are at the heart of the USNA community.
Volunteer Now

ANNUAL SPONSORSHIPS
Partner with USNA through one annual sponsorship that provides meaningful year-round visibility while helping strengthen the programs, traditions, and initiatives that enrich the USN experience.
Become a Sponsor
 
STEWARDSHIP & TRANSPARENCY
We're committed to being thoughtful stewards of every dollar entrusted to USNA and to keeping our community informed about the work of the organization throughout the year. Whether you're able to attend our monthly membership meetings or not, we want every family to have access to the information, discussions, and financial stewardship that help guide USNA's work.


Once logged in, click on Resources, then select the USNA tile on the Resources landing page. On the right-hand side under Downloads, you'll find our current annual budget and membership meeting minutes as they're published throughout the school year.
    • USNA Events 2026-27

List of 3 members.

  • Photo of Grace Hu

    Grace Hu 

    USNA Co-President, 2026-2027
    UCLA - BA
  • Photo of Angela Popplewell

    Angela Popplewell 

    USNA Co-President, 2026-2027
  • Photo of Debra Alberts

    Debra Alberts 

    USNA Office Administrator & Evening Classes Administrator
    615-321-8019
    At USN since: 2000

USNA Leadership & Volunteers

USNA is led by parent volunteers who work in partnership with school leadership to support the USN community. For questions or ideas, we would love to hear from you! Reach out at  USNA@usn.org

2026-2027 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 


CO-PRESIDENTS                     
Grace Hu
Angela Popplewell 

CO-PRESIDENTS-ELECT
Aly Greer
Magda Schleicher

DIVISION VICE PRESIDENTS
Augrey Wren (Lower School; Room Parent Coordinator)
LaToya Townsend (Middle School; Advisory Parent Coordinator)
Sam Lueken (High School; Hospitality)

MARKETING VICE PRESIDENTS
Mindy Ellis

SECRETARY
Jenny Culbertson

TREASURER
Erin Jain

STEP-UP TREASURER
Erik Seldin

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
Brittany Wegusen

DADS ALLIANCE
Chris Puri
Bert Tisch

CULTURAL COLLABORATOR
Stephanie Magloire

EX-OFFICIO/PAST PRESIDENT
Kim Kikkawa
Amy Tidwell

MEMBERS-AT-LARGE
Tiger Club Rep: Markus Schreyer
TAP Rep: Shana Small
Fundraising Rep: Liz Hammond
General: Jessie Adams


FUNDRAISING COORDINATORS

ARTCLECTIC ARTIST & EDUCATION    
Libby Scanlan
Mary Craven Dawkins (Step-Up)

ARTCLECTIC PARTIES & LOGISTICS    
Magda Schleicher
Liz Hammond (Step-up)

ARTCLECTIC COMMUNICATIONS    
Anna Cramer
 
EVENING CLASSES
Debra Sapp
 
SPRING BOOK FRENZY
Malu Mancinelli
Kelly Stinner 

FALL FEST
Noor Storey (LS Chair)
TBA (MS Chair)
TBA (HS Chair)
 
MUSIC NIGHT REMIX
Liz Hammond
Lauren Max
SERVICE ACTIVITIES

CARING AND CONCERN COORDINATORS
Sarah Rubin (LS)
Leila Abolfazi (MS)
Hannah McNeil (HS)
    
FACULTY/STAFF APPRECIATION COORDINATOR
Barbi Zwerner
    
HOSPITALITY COORDINATORS
LS: Anny Garmezy, Caroline Rogers, Beth Kapp
MS: Blake Murray
HS: Sam Lueken (HS Div. Vice President)

8th GRADE CELEBRATION
TBD
    
PARENT SOCIAL COORDINATORS
LS: Katie Wayne
MS: Susan Geiger
HS; Jessica Farr
            
ROOM PARENT/ADVISORY PARENT COORDINATORS
See Division Vice Presidents

TIGER ARTS PATRONS (TAP)
Shana Small
Jamie Brook

TIGER CLUB
Markus Schreyer
Joel Truss
Erik Geiger
Amy Mohan (River Campus Concessions)   
    
SPORTS AWARDS NIGHT COORDINATORS
See Tiger Club
 

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