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Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Aug 5, 2025

Brick Church Middle School in Nashville has been renamed to honor the late Judge Richard H. Dinkins, a civil rights pioneer who helped reshape public education in Nashville. Dinkins played a critical role in desegregating the city’s public schools and advocated for educational equity throughout his life. The Nashville Board of Education voted unanimously in March to rename the school. Metro Nashville Public Schools held a dedication ceremony Saturday that included remarks from city leaders, a student presentation and the unveiling of displays honoring Dinkins’ life and impact. The Tennessean has photos.