Juvenile Court of Metropolitan Nashville & Davidson County

🚨 NOTICE OF CLOSURE 🚨

Please be advised that the Offices of Juvenile Court of Metropolitan Nashville & Davidson County will be closed on Thursday, June 4 and Friday, June 5, 2026, due to CMA Fest-related parking lot and street closures around the Juvenile Justice Center.

Juvenile Court will resume normal operations on Monday, June 8, 2026, during regular business hours.

Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe while enjoying all that Nashville has to offer! 🎵🎤🎸

🚨 COMMUNITY SAFETY RESOURCE 🚨

Sadly, our community has once again been reminded of the devastating consequences that can occur when a child gains access to an unsecured firearm.

Following a previous tragedy involving a child and a firearm, we are heartbroken to learn of another reported incident on May 28th, where a 2-year-old child gained access to a gun inside the home and suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the chest.

These incidents are painful reminders of why safe handgun storage is so important. Taking a few extra seconds to secure a firearm can help prevent a lifetime of heartbreak.

In response, the Community Outreach Team of the Juvenile Court of Metropolitan Nashville & Davidson County will have a table set up in the lobby of the Juvenile Justice Center, located at 100 Woodland Street, on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., to provide free gun cable locks while supplies last.

Community members are welcome to stop by, pick up a free gun lock, and receive information on gun safety and safe storage in the home.

This is not about blame. It is about prevention, responsibility, and protecting our children.

Please help us spread the word.

In an effort to help provide the community with information they can use, Juvenile Court of Metropolitan Nashville & Davidson County is sharing details about an upcoming community event that may be helpful to families, youth, and residents.

Although this is not a Juvenile Court-sponsored event, we recognize the importance of helping connect our community with meaningful resources, opportunities, and information.

Please review the flyer for additional details and feel free to share with others who may benefit.

Today, members of the Juvenile Court of Metropolitan Nashville & Davidson County Community Outreach Team attended the PENCIL Summit, where community partners, leaders, and officials from PENCIL and Metro Nashville Public Schools came together to strategize around ways to make a more meaningful impact for the youth of our community.

We are grateful for the opportunity to be part of these important conversations and excited about the potential partnerships and connections made today.

Together, we can continue building pathways of support, opportunity, and success for the young people and families we serve.

Join the Community Outreach team of Juvenile Court of Metropolitan Nashville & Davidson County at the JobNewsUSA Job Fair TODAY at the Millennium Maxwell House Hotel located at 2025 Rosa Parks Blvd. from 10am - 2pm.

There are private companies and Metro Nashville Government departments represented looking for energetic, eager candidates for a number of available positions. Job News Nashville

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parent TALK is coming to the Juvenile Justice Center!👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Parents, caregivers, and family members are invited to join us for Parent TALK Workshops — designed to empower families with tools, support, and meaningful conversation to help children grow and thrive.

Parent TALK stands for Teaching Accountability, Love, and Knowledge, and these workshops will focus on building stronger connections, supporting positive growth, and creating a nurturing community for families.

📅 2026 Workshop Dates:
Monday, June 1
Monday, August 3
Monday, October 5
Monday, November 2
Monday, December 7

⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM CST
📍 Location: Juvenile Justice Center
100 Woodland Street, Nashville, TN 37213

Light refreshments will be served.

📲 Register using the QR code on the flyer or visit:
https://bit.ly/parenttalk615

Questions? Ask to be connected to a member of the STARR Team.

☎️ Need support? We’re here. Call 615-862-8000.

The Community Outreach team of Juvenile Court of Metropolitan Nashville & Davidson County had an AMAZING time at the ISOA 2026 BEEM Career Fair at Cumberland Elementary.🎉📚

We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect with such bright young minds and help expose them to new and exciting career paths they may not normally see. 🌟

Special thanks to the incredible staff at Cumberland Elementary and Dr. Monique Gant (MNPS) for the invitation and warm welcome! 💙

Shoutout to Magistrate Alan Calhoun and Safety & Security Officer Robert Flippen for educating and entertaining the students while sharing what it takes to become a judge ⚖️ and a law enforcement officer 👮🏾—they were a hit!

We love pouring into the next generation! 🚀❤️

🚨 COMMUNITY SAFETY ALERT & FREE RESOURCE 🚨

Our Nashville community was recently shaken by a tragic and widely reported shooting involving a young child and an unsecured firearm in the home.

💔 A life was lost — and a family, forever changed.

At Juvenile Court of Metropolitan Nashville & Davidson County, we feel that impact deeply. Moments like this remind us how critical it is to take simple, preventative steps to protect our children.

In response, our Community Outreach Team is taking action to help prevent tragedies like this from happening again.

🔐 FREE GUN LOCK GIVEAWAY
📍 Juvenile Justice Center
📅 Monday, April 20, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (or while supplies last)

We will be distributing FREE gun locks and providing gun safety information to help ensure fi****ms are stored securely and responsibly.

This is not about blame — it’s about responsibility.
It’s about awareness.
It’s about protecting our youth.

A properly secured firearm can save a life.

We encourage all gun owners to stop by, pick up a free lock, and take an important step toward keeping our community safe.

🙏🏽 Together, we can make a difference.

🚨 CALL FOR COMMUNITY PARTNERS 🚨

Davidson County Juvenile Court is seeking nonprofit and community-based organizations to partner with us at the Nashville Youth Campus for Empowerment (NYCE) — a transformative initiative focused on better outcomes for youth and families.

We’re looking for partners with experience in:
🔹 Youth assessment & referral services
🔹 Respite care (ages 12–17)
🔹 Safe exchange services
🔹 Supervised & therapeutic family visitation

This is a unique opportunity to collaborate, innovate, and make a lasting impact through trauma-informed, community-driven services — all within a purpose-built campus opening in 2027.

📌 NOTE: This submission deadline will be extended to noon on May 1, 2026.

📌 How to Respond:
Interested organizations should submit a Letter of Interest to:
Tommy Bradley
📧 [email protected]
📄 Access the full application packet here:
https://juvenilecourt.nashville.gov/call-for-partnership/

Shortlisted applicants may be invited to submit a full proposal or participate in an interview. Final selections will align with Juvenile Court strategic priorities.

Let’s work together to support and strengthen the youth and families of Davidson County. 💙

Last evening, Juvenile Court of Metropolitan Nashville & Davidson County had the distinct honor of celebrating a truly special group of individuals—our volunteers—during our Volunteer Appreciation Event held at the beautiful facilities of the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.

With more than 70 dedicated volunteers in attendance, the evening served as a meaningful reminder of the heart, compassion, and commitment that each of you brings to our work every single day.

Under the leadership of Judge Sheila Calloway, along with Senior Court Administration and staff, we took time to pause and say what cannot be said enough: Thank You.

Your service is not just appreciated—it is essential.

Because of you, children and families in our community are seen, supported, and guided. Because of you, hope is extended in moments where it is needed most. And because of you, our mission to prevent problems, promote positive potential, and pursue fairness and hope becomes a reality.

You are more than volunteers.
You are advocates.
You are difference-makers.
You are SPECIAL.

We salute you for your tireless dedication and unwavering commitment to the youth and families we serve. Davidson County is stronger because of you.

A very special thank you to our event sponsor, HealthSpring, represented by Mr. Harmon Stockdale, for your generous support in helping us celebrate those who give so much to our community. Your partnership is truly appreciated.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to the outstanding staff at the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee for hosting us and providing such a welcoming and professional environment for this special evening. Your hospitality helped make the event truly memorable.

And thank you to Lighthouse on the Lake for the wonderful catering—your food and service added a special touch that helped make the evening even more enjoyable for all in attendance.