Southview Admin Team
As the year is coming to a close, it is just as important now as it was at the start of the year, for students to be present to receive instruction. Teachers are working diligently to plan learning activities that challenge and develop our scholars so they are prepared for the next grade level.
If you have questions or need assistance please contact our office or your school leaders: Ronika Amerson, Principal-ramerson@tusc.k12.al.us and Sharetta Watkins, Assistant Principal-ssimmons@tusc.k12.al.us.
Attendance Matters
Academic success starts with attendance.
Ala. Code §16-28-3 states: Students are required to attend school regularly. Our school day starts at 7:55 am Parents/Guardians, please make sure students are here each and every day on time.
Attendance Rates: May 12th-May 16th
Pre-K 95%----Kindergarten 95%----First 92%---- Second 92%
Third 94% ----Fourth 94%-----Fifth 96%
📣Shout out to Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Fifth grade for meeting our attendance goal this week!!📣 Remember, we will celebrate students with perfect and near perfect attendance each month!!🎉Our weekly attendance goal is 95%. We had 94% of our students at school this week.
TCS is Going Phone-Free in 2025–2026
To comply with pending state legislation (SB92), the Tuscaloosa City Schools system is going phone-free next school year. That means all personal electronic devices belonging to students—including phones, laptops, iPads, and smartwatches—must be turned off and stored away during the school day starting in the 2025–2026 school year. More details coming soon!
Important Dates
May Dates:
May 19th 2nd (10:00) celebrations
May 19th 3rd and 4th celebrations (1:00)
May 28-June 27 Summer Learning
2025-2026 School Year
August 7th - First Day for students
Hall-Day Dismissal at 11:30
May 21st & 22nd Half days for students
May 22nd Last day for students (Dismissal at 11:30)
Report Cards will come home on May 22nd.
Field Day- May 20th
Our desire is that every student is able to participate and enjoy Field Day However, please note that students who have ongoing discipline issues may lose the privilege to attend. Our goal is to create a fun and safe environment for everyone.
Please view the snack list for items available for pre-order.
Enrollment Information
The following documents are requested when enrolling a student in the Tuscaloosa City Schools:
- Proof of birth/birth certificate
- Students must be 5 years on or before September 1 to enter kindergarten.
- The current or most recent report card, if applicable
- Proofs of residence: Copy of lease or mortgage in parent's name; Copy of two current utility bills in the parent's name
- State of Alabama Current Immunization Form (Blue Card)
All documents must show the address of the physical residence and name of the parent or custodian. P.O. boxes are not acceptable.
Find out which school your child is set to attend using the TCS Zoning Map.
Mission, Vision, Belief Statement and Core Values
MISSION
The mission of Southview Elementary is to create a culture of high expectations and develop P.O.W.E.R. leaders in which our scholars are positive, organized, well-prepared, eager to learn, respectful, responsible, and resourceful.
VISION
The vision of Southview Elementary is to foster a love of learning while building readers, writers, and problem solvers.
BELIEF STATEMENT
Students and staff have the right to attend a safe and secure school that is focused on academic success and personal growth within a positive learning environment.
CORE Values
P- Positive
O- Organized
W- Well prepared
E- Eager to Learn
R- Respectful, Responsible, Resourceful
PTA
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