In the Loop
November 1, 2024
Upcoming Important Dates:
Monday, November 11 - Veterans Day Holiday (All schools and offices will be closed)
Monday, November 25 - Friday, November 29 - Thanksgiving Holidays
PARENTS, Be a HERO in your student's success...remember ATTENDANCE MATTERS!
Monster Mash Highlights
Paine First Graders Become "Pumpkin Detectives"
Mrs. Moore, Mrs. Cantrell, and Mrs. Royston/Carlson's first graders became pumpkin detectives! They explored everything about pumpkins. They discovered their colors, shapes, sizes, and even their insides! Students used cubes to measure the height, counted seeds, and labeled all the different parts of a pumpkin!
This investigation allowed our first graders to engage with the topic in a hands-on, interactive way while developing observation and measurement skills!
Halloween Science Activities at Magnolia
Fifth graders in Jill Christopher's science classes recently studied the physical and chemical changes in matter and created their very own mixtures and solutions! According to Mrs. Christopher, "We finished the month of October with some exciting Halloween science activities, including a Mystery Science lesson titled Why Do Our Skeletons Have So Many Bones? Then, we made x-ray sun catchers of our hands."
Choose Your Own Adventure Day at Cahaba
Cahaba’s annual Choose Your Own Adventure Day for Fourth and Fifth graders was a huge success! We’re so grateful to our incredible Specialist Team and all the guest presenters who inspired students with hands-on learning and real-world experiences. Students explored careers in art and digital design with Rachel Brockman, police drones with Officer James McCool, nuclear engineering with Ben Horton, construction with Jesse Lincoln, civil engineering with Jim Meads, digital and art animation with Hannah Smith, STEM with Mike Evans, physical therapy with Bill Serena, chiropractic care with Bryan Serena, nutrition with Melissa Donaldson, athletic training with Mike Ryan, sports media with Chad Summers, medicine with Dr. Stephen Higgins, and baseball with former Marlins pitcher Edgar Olmos. They also experienced the Alabama Industrial Development Mobile Training STEM Truck’s virtual reality and robot dog! Special thanks to all our presenters for going the extra mile to make this day memorable for our students!
HTMS Holds Inaugural Drum Circle
This week, HTMS hosted its very first drum circle, marking a special moment for our Life Skills classes and the entire school community. During homecoming, students rallied together for the Dollars for Drums challenge, successfully raising over $5,000 to purchase adaptive drums. This effort not only brought new musical resources to our Life Skills classes but also fostered a wonderful sense of unity. To close out the event, Mrs. Bruno’s theater class joined in, adding their energy and creativity to the circle. A big thank you to everyone who contributed and helped bring the rhythm to HTMS!
HTHS Students Visit Thompson Tractor Company
Our Modern Manufacturing Program students and Electrical Technologies Academy students at Hewitt--Trussville High School had the opportunity to tour Thompson Tractor Company and learn all about career opportunities within their company!
Paine SRO Discusses Halloween Safety with Students
SRO's in Trussville City Schools wear many hats during the school day. Paine Student Resource Officer Key took the time to read to students in their counseling class this week. He used this opportunity to speak with students about Halloween safety. Thanks to Officer Key for being a positive influence in our school building!
Trussville City Board of Education
The Trussville City Board of Education will hold its November monthly meeting on Monday, November 18, 2024 at 5:00pm. The livestream link to the meeting will be published on the TCS website (www.trussvillecityschools.com) at 4:45pm November 18, 2024.
Hewitt-Trussville High School Theatre Program Featured on WBRC Fox 6
Get your Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Tickets NOW!
Hewitt-Trussville High School Theatre Presents
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - High School Edition
Dates and Showtimes:
November 1 at 7:00PM
November 2 at 7:00PM
November 3 at 3:00PM
Tickets are on sale NOW at the link below!! Don't miss this amazing show and opportunity for our HTHS Theatre students!
Magnolia Hosts Boo at the School
Magnolia Elementary recently held a Boo at the School family and community event. Thank you to everyone who came out to support Magnolia for a fun-filled evening!
The following sponsors who generously provided candy and / or funds to purchase candy are also greatly appreciated.
- Magnolia parents and families
- Angela McLain - Keller Williams Realtor
- Berger US
- Birmingham Volleyball Club
- Consolidated Pipe and Supply - Tucker Tracy
- Crossfit Trussville - Andrew and Candace Rape; Sophia Contreras
- The Cleaning Company - Natalie Lopresti
- Edra Perry - Keller Williams Realtor
- First Baptist Church Trussville
- Freedom Packaging Products
- Georgia Lanette Art
- Habaneros Mexican Grill
- Hendrick Landscape Services - Kyle and Kimberly Hendrick
- Hometown Orthodontics - Dr. Greg Rape
- Husky Fast Network - Kevin Holley
- Jessie O'Dell and Cooper O'Dell
- Quest for Health Chiropractic - Dr. Keith Hallingquest, DC
- Kristi G. Scott Group Powered by Premier Mortgage Resources LLC
- Lee Marlow - Realty South
- Massey Electric LLC - Corey Massey
- Narrow Path Automotive - Rome Fiore
- Rock N' Roll Sushi
- Saisaki Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar
- The Signature Salon - Laura Gibbs
- Suit Transportation - Scott Burmester
- Window Hero Birmingham - Chase White
- Wyatt Wilson and Family
Trussville Fire Department Announces "Christmas For Kids" Program
To: Parents of Trussville Elementary
and Middle School Students
From: Trussville Fire & Rescue
Date: October 28, 2024
Re: Christmas For Kids Program
The Trussville Fire Department is offering “Christmas For Kids” for families in need of assistance during the Christmas season. If you are in need of receiving assistance, please visit bit.ly/CFK2024 (or click the link below) and complete the pre-registration form NO LATER than Wednesday, November 6th.
It is very important that you include a phone number where you can be reached after 5pm as our volunteers will need to contact you in order set-up an appointment date and time to complete a formal application.
The following documentation will be required to complete your in-person application:
* Driver’s License (for person making application)
* Social Security Cards for each person in the household
(Medicaid card with name & SSN is acceptable if SSN card is not available)
* TO VERIFY ADDRESS: (must bring one) Alabama Power, water or gas bill showing their street address (Telephone or cable bill not acceptable)
* TO VERIFY INCOME: (bring ALL that applies)
- check stubs for each working member of the household
- statement of income for child support
- statement of allotment for Social Security (SSA / SSI) for each eligible member of household,
including children
- statement of allotment for food stamps &/or WIC
- statement of allotment for any other assistance
* Custody papers / statement of guardianship for relative children or other children living in the house
* WISH LIST: ideas of what the children are interested in getting for Christmas
(NOTE: This does not guarantee items; it is just a wish list to help us select items for the child.)
TCS Board of Education Meeting Schedule for 2024-25 School Year
November 18, 2024 - 5:00 pm Board Meeting
December 16, 2024 - 5:00 pm Board Meeting
January 27, 2025 - 5:00 pm Board Meeting
February 24, 2025 - 5:00 pm Board Meeting
March 17, 2025 - 5:00 pm Board Meeting
April 21, 2025 - Board Retreat
April 21, 2025 - 5:00 pm Board Meeting
May 19, 2025 - 5:00 pm Board Meeting
June 9, 2025 - 5:00 pm Board Meeting
All Meetings will be held in the Boardroom of Central Office.
The Board Meeting livestream link will be posted on the TCS Website (www.trussvillecityschools.com) 15 minutes before the meeting start time
on the day of the meeting.
Community Corner: Local Events & Activities Supporting our Students and Families
Join the championship Hewitt Trussville Mountain Bike team today! We welcome riders of all skill levels in grades 6-12 that are zoned for Trussville schools. Yes, 6th graders can join! Beginners welcome! Homeschoolers welcome!
Complete the interest form and join us for our first skills clinic on November 3rd!
Trussville Futsal League
Registration is open NOW and closes on December 1!
Cost: $50 per player
Age Groups include: Smallz (6-8), Samba (9-11), Sala (12-14), and Phenom (14-18)
Games begin on December 7 and end on February 22.
For more information: contact Ben Dawkins at (205) 508-0629 or email ben.dawkins@trussville.org
Calling all girls ages 7-11!
Register today for Miss Trussville Rising Stars!
Trussville Civic Center
November 9
"Alabama's Rising Stars" is a program of the Miss Alabama Competition through which candidates act as mentors for young ladies. The Rising Stars program is not a competition but rather a mentoring process.
Trussville's Rising Stars will have a year full of fun experiences including public appearances at the Trussville Tree Lighting & Christmas parade, photo shoot with Miss Trussville, and a special day at Miss Trussville!
Head over to misstrussville.com to sign up & learn more!
Important Resources for TCS Parents & Students
Shortcuts to important resources listed on the TCS District website: