Messed Up gets results for Kirkpatrick Elementary
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After Messed Up gets involved, there are some productive changes at an East Nashville Elementary school (read previous story).
At Messed Up’s urging, The Metro Health Department inspected Kirkpatrick Elementary school. Inspectors found a number of problems. Officials with the health department say they plan to reinspect the school again on November 9th.
The most noticeable improvement is the playground. What was once filled with rocks and sticks with a dangerous trench running down the middle of the yard has been transformed. Before our story, teachers told us the playground was so dangerous, Kindergarten and Pre-K children were not allowed to use it.
After our investigation, the playground was smoothed over and playground mulch put down.
It was a bright sunny day when we notated children on the swings and monkey bars.
Teachers tell us the children noticed the difference immediately.
Parents tell us they are pleased the children can play outside safely.
School officials tell us that there are plans to remove the portables and put a brand new playground in by the Christmas Holiday.
We’ll keep you posted.
