In the Loop

Thanksgiving Holidays - November 20 - 24, 2023

Christmas Holidays - December 18, 2023 - January 2, 2024 (students return January 3)

Martin Luther King Jr. Day - January 14, 2024

Presidents' Day - February 19, 2024

Special recognitions at the November School Board Meeting are (from L to R):

Students honored for earning a perfect score on the ACAP in ELA

Freshmen Football Team honored for their perfect season and Metro Championship

Students honored for earning a perfect score on the ACAP in Math

Student honored for earning a perfect score on the ACAP in Science

Jana Wood named Psychometry/Psychology Site Supervisor of the Year by AASP

7th Grade Football Team honored for their perfect season and Metro Championship

8th Grade Football Team honored for their perfect season and Metro Championship

Paine Elementary 3rd graders explored science, technology, engineering, arts and math in a festive and educational celebration!

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Cahaba kindergarten students gathered for a festive feast that celebrated both gratitude and unity. Decked in homemade Native American-inspired t-shirts, each child proudly adorned their unique outfit. To further immerse themselves in the cultural experience, students chose and embraced Native American inspired names for the occasion. The lunchroom transformed into a lively picture of diversity and camaraderie as the children shared a feast, fostering a sense of appreciation for both their shared heritage and the beauty of different traditions. Through this imaginative and heartwarming celebration, the kindergarten students not only learned about the history of Thanksgiving but also embraced the values of friendship, understanding, and cultural respect.

HTMS was recognized by the Alabama Board of Education and received a resolution from Dr. Mackey, state superintendent, for being an A+ College Ready School of Excellence and School of Distinction for exceeding our growth and achievement goals for the past two years in the A+ College Ready program.

Hewitt-Trussville High School has been honored as an A+ College Ready School of Excellence for the 2022-2023 academic year. This distinction is in recognition of our exceptional achievement in the Advanced Placement (AP) program, where we've not only met but exceeded our goals for qualifying scores.

This achievement highlights the relentless effort and academic prowess of our students and the dedication of our faculty in fostering a rigorous and supportive learning environment. It's a moment of pride for our entire community, showcasing our commitment to higher standards in education.

Magnolia recently held Specialists Appreciation Week to show gratitude to the specialists for their dedication and love for the Magnolia family. The entire school celebrated the following wonderful specialists throughout the week of November 14th:

Mrs. Lauren Long, STEM Teacher

Mr. Danny Moore, Music Teacher

Mrs. Ronda Chrisenberry, P.E. Teacher

Mrs. Callie Ward, Art Teacher

The HTHS AP History Teachers were recognized this week at the A+ College Ready Conference in Tuscaloosa. The awards were based on qualify scores for the 2023 AP Exams. Congratulations to these amazing history teachers!

Most Outstanding AP Government Teacher - Jeff Schrupp

Most Outstanding AP World History Teacher - Jeff Schrupp and Abby Kirkland

Most Outstanding AP US History Teacher - Josh Haynes and Katy Parr

Congratulations to the following HTMS choir students who auditioned and were selected by the Alabama Vocal Association to perform in the 2024 Alabama All-State Choral Festival:

Special thanks to the Magnolia PTO and parent volunteers for providing an enjoyable outdoor time for students during their specials classes. Students listened to Thanksgiving books read by parents, signed a thankful board, and participated in several field and sidewalk activities.

Meet Mrs. Jennifer Bruno, HTMS Theatre Arts Teacher

All About Mrs. Bruno: I began my career teaching elementary school for 16 years. This is my 8th year at HTMS. I live in Leeds with my husband of 21 years. My daughter is a freshman at my alma mater, the University of Montevallo.

A Few of My Favorite Things: reading, traveling, hiking and hanging out with my family

Did You Know?: Mrs. Bruno hiked the Grand Canyon twice and has hiked a volcano in the Caribbean.

Mrs. Bruno teaches Theatre Arts, as well as directs the HTMS theatres shows. Her favorite part is teaching the choreography for the shows. Her favorite show that she has directed was "Thoroughly Modern Millie." She also loves the kids she teaches and her colleagues.

Monthly Board Meeting

The Trussville City Board of Education will hold their November monthly meeting on Monday, December 11, 2023 at 5:00 pm. The livestream link to the meeting will be published on the TCS website (www.trussvillecityschools.com) at 4:45 pm December 11, 2023.

Cahaba came together for a big food drive, collecting over 3900 non-perishables to help the community. Classrooms competed to see who could donate the most, and the winning homeroom gets a cool prize—a field trip to T.E.A.M! This hands-on experience will show the kids how their donations make a real difference in serving the community. The food drive not only stocked up the local pantry but also taught students the value of giving back and helping those in need.

Magnolia Elementary’s Student Leadership Team, under the leadership of Lauren Blake, Student Leadership Team sponsor, organized a food drive for T.E.A.M., Trussville’s local food bank. Students contacted T.E.A.M. to see what items were most needed. Ann Forde, a representative from T.E.A.M., let us know they needed breakfast items, peanut butter, jelly, spaghetti sauce, pasta, and dry cooking ingredients the most. Each grade level was encouraged to bring in an assigned item from the list provided by T.E.A.M. Magnolia students donated 560 items to show gratitude and help others in need. Mrs. Blake, school counselor and Student Leadership Team sponsor, said, "This month we have been learning about showing gratitude to others and always being thankful. This food drive has been a great real-life object lesson showing the importance of blessing others with the many blessings we have received."

Your loose change made a positive impact! The students at Paine Elementary raised a total of $7,726.33 this week to benefit their Musical Theatre Department. The students are so grateful to all of our PES families and their generosity this week.

DATE:

Monday, December 11, 2023

* 5:00 pm Board Meeting

Monday, January 22, 2024

* 5:00 pm Board Meeting

Monday, February 12, 2024

* 5:00 pm Board Meeting

Monday, March 18, 2024

* 5:00 pm Board Meeting

Monday, April 15, 2024

* 5:00 pm Board Meeting

Monday, May 20, 2024

* 5:00 pm Board Meeting

Monday, June 10, 2024

* 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 Caroling & Tree Lighting Ceremony

Sunday, November 26

On the Mall in Trussville

4:30 - 6:00pm

(Tree Lighting at 6:00pm)

Bring out the entire family for a night of festive music, photos with Santa, Free kids' activities and more!

For more information visit trussvillechamber.com

Your Year of Possibilities

Creativity, Adventure, Connecting with Nature

The possibilities are endless with Girl Scouts!

Sunday, November 26, 2023

3:00-4:30pm

601 Parkway Drive

Trussville, AL 35173

Kindergarten and First Grade Girls, you are invited to join Troop 30679.

Join us at their next troop to see what Girl Scouts is all about!

For more information:

contact Autumn McConnell

404-528-3720

amconnell@girlscoutsnca.org

Futsal is indoor soccer. It is a fast-moving game consisting of short sided teams in all age groups. Teams are co-ed from 8-100 years of age. We will offer teams in the following age groups:

Smallz (6-8)

Samba (9-11)

Sala (12-14)

Phenoms (high school)

Adults (most competitive)

**Matching Uniforms are required.**

$150 per team

This is a team registration (one person registers the team and collects the fees)

Rosters will be signed on the first day of competition.

Games will be played at the Red Gym - 601 Parkway Drive

For more information: contact Ben Dawkins (205) 508-0359 or ben.dawkins@trussville.org

Shortcuts to important resources listed on the TCS District website:

• TCS Bullying Reporting Form
• Special Education - Parent Rights (Section 504)
• BE READY, BE RESPECTFUL, BE RESPONSIBLE EVERYDAY!