Lascassas, Tennessee facts for kids

Lascassas (sometimes called Las Casas or Las Cassas) is a small community in Rutherford County, Tennessee, USA. It's not a city with its own government, but it's close to the bigger city of Murfreesboro. You can find Lascassas at these coordinates: 35°55'49"N, 86°17'28"W. The special mail code for Lascassas is 37085.

What's in a Name?

The name Lascassas comes from a very important person named Bartolomé de las Casas. He lived a long time ago, from 1484 to 1566. Bartolomé de las Casas was a Spanish missionary, which means he was a religious person who traveled to new places to share his beliefs. He even went on one of Christopher Columbus's trips.

Protecting People

Bartolomé de las Casas became known as the "Apostle of the Indians." This special title was given to him because he worked very hard to protect the native people of the Americas. He fought against them being treated unfairly, like being forced into slavery or being abused. His efforts helped make a difference for many people.

Community Life

Lascassas is home to a public elementary school. This school is part of the Rutherford County school district. Young students from pre-kindergarten all the way up to the 5th grade attend classes here. In 2024, about 611 students were enrolled at the school, learning and growing together.

Notable People

The American actor John M. Pickard was born in Lascassas. He became a well-known actor and later passed away in Rutherford County.