A day after the shooting, Mayor Freddie O’Connell held a news briefing. The mayor alerted the public about a new fund that was set up through the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, to help put an end to school shootings. Proceeds from the funds will go to the victims and family members that were affected by the school shooting. The mayor also shared the organizations where community members can receive mental health resources. O’Connell stated: “In Nashville, when tragedies happen, we know how resilient this community is and how we all step up to help.  This makes all of us ‘second responders’ to a tragedy, and that spirit of togetherness is inspiring,” as reported by The Tennessean.

Metro Nashville Public School’s Director, Dr. Adrienne Battle, released a statement to “thank the school staff who quickly and heroically followed emergency protocols, potentially preventing further harm.” The statement went on to say: “To allow students and staff time to grieve, Antioch High School will be closed for the rest of the week. We are arranging a location where students and staff can receive grief counseling and other support,” as reported by WKRN.