In the Loop

What a year we've had in Trussville City Schools! As we send our students off for the summer, we're filled with pride for all they've accomplished in the classroom and on the competition field. Our students have truly showcased our standard of "Triple A Excellence" with numerous accolades in Academics, the Arts, and in Athletics!

Students, you’ve worked hard, grown in so many ways, and made us proud every step of the way. Enjoy your summer. You’ve earned it!

TCS teachers and support staff, thank you for showing up every day with dedication, care, and passion. You make a difference in more ways than you know!

Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and fun-filled summer. We’ll see you all in August!

Upcoming Important Dates:

Monday, June 2 - New Student Registration Begins

Monday, June 23 - Returning Student Registration Begins **Student Snap Codes will be emailed prior to this date**

Earlier this month, CLAS recognized thirty-two Schools of Distinction across the eight State School Board Districts and announced the 2024 CLAS Banner Schools during an awards luncheon in Prattville, Alabama. We are pleased to announce that Paine Elementary has been selected as one of the eight CLAS Banner Schools!

The CLAS Banner School program was created in 2001 to recognize schools in Alabama that showcase outstanding programs and service to students. Each school was nominated for this award by their superintendent with 234 schools nominated statewide.

Trussville City Schools is thrilled to recognize and celebrate the outstanding dedication of our students (and their parents too!) who have achieved Attendance Excellence for the 2024-2025 academic year.

These remarkable students and parents have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to education by consistently attending school. Their determination not only sets a positive example for their peers but also reflects their understanding of the value of education.

Join us in applauding these students for their hard work, perseverance, and exemplary attendance!

PERFECT ATTENDANCE

2024-2025

Peyton Randolph Mullen 4th / CES

Alena Maria Fincher/ 2nd / CES

Rebecah Lynn Parsons 5th / MES

Caden Jay Ghelani 5th / PES

Landon Brooks Hayes 5th /PES

Logan Cruz Ford 6th

Kendall Jace Young 6th

Dillon Ngwa Cheneh 7th

Miller Henry Robertson 7th

Joshua James Deas 8th

London Lanai Ford 8th

Charles Paul Butler 9th

Trent James LeJeune 9th

Lillianne Ray Campbell 12th

ATTENDANCE ALL-STARS

2024-2025

Kindergarten

Emma Olivia Averett/ MES

Acelyn Dean Bickerstaff/ CES

Jacob Lewis Anderson / PES

1st Grade

Tyler Michael Barrett/ MES

Jet Hunter Le / MES

Alexander Sparks Gray/ PES

Arabella Enero Holman/ PES

Ladaya Kaney McCarroll/ PES

2nd Grade

Jett Asher Cox / MES

Levi Harris Bakane/ PES

Conley Bannett Carroll/ PES

Cannon Marie Dutton/ PES

Mailande Elizabeth Osborne/ PES

Evelyn Kate Schutz/ PES

Wesley Jackson Sewell/ PES

3rd Grade

Angelina Zou/ MES

4th Grade

Jordyn Brundidge/ MES

Jack Huson Foshee/ MES

Luke Henry Foshee/ MES

Pablo Gomez/ MES

Elliot Akosua Gyan/ CES

Ava Estell Abney/ PES

Paul Cheney Gray/ PES

5th Grade

Micah Nation Billups/ MES

Lily Grace Burns/ MES

Wesley Dale Lamp/ CES

Makenzie Renae Tolison/ CES

Tanner Cade Bakane/ PES

James Corey Dixon/PES

Ayden M Green/ PES

Colin M Green/PES

Jeremiah N Kariuki/ PES

6th Grade

Mathilda Christina Adams

Caleb Matthew Bishop

Austin Chandler Dale

Shelby Hope Florence

Brooke Elaine Schultz

Minh Tam Vo

Lucy Lynn Weeks

Haddie Elizabeth Zimmerman

7th Grade

Madison Kate Allen

Lucas Holmes Carlton

David William Contratto

Christian Lawrence Cooper

Henry James Hallman

Sawyer Grant Northern

Rodney Le’Nard Reese

Sawyer Lane Smalley

Christian Xavier Stubbs

8th Grade

Nealey Armstrong Butler

Jaxson Nicholas Howard

Emma Reagan Ines

Caleb Michael Jarvis

Jude Carter Lolley

Lily Faith Ren Massey

Emilio Tahir Ratcliff

Olivia Denise Reese

Roderick Karl Schultz

9th Grade

Zachary William Tillman

Tyrell Nganga Wanjiku

10th Grade

Victoria Ginger Bailey

Jacob Alexander Burdette

Hayes David Hogue

Tran My Tam Le

11th Grade

Bradley Jay Allen

Nathan Hoyt Mabry

Connor Allen Smith

Cole William Steuer

Kaitlyn Nell Stowe

Molly Elizabeth Tillman

12th Grade

Nicholas Lucas Erjomin

Michael Pedro McKnight

Thomas Neal Pair

Krish Patel

What an incredible day at HTMS! Their Unified Basketball Game brought the energy and the spirit as Team Red faced off against Team White in front of a packed gym full of cheering fans! Both teams showed amazing teamwork, sportsmanship, and heart on the court. Thank you to all the students, staff, PTO members, and supporters who made today so special — this is truly what #WeareHT means!

For our culminating event after a year of working with the high school leadership team, the Cahaba leadership team, the Voice, took a field trip to HTMS and HTHS to allow our students the opportunity to experience and learn about leadership across the system. Our students met with the MUSH mentors and counselors at HTMS to talk about what they are looking for in leaders at this level. Then, our Voice team met with the leadership students at the high school to talk about the opportunities at the next level for leadership and get advice on how to prepare for that. Dr. Martin, Mr. King, and Coach Mauldin also joined our field trip to share about leadership characteristics throughout life and how these are needed in many different settings. This allowed all three elements of Trussville City Schools education to work together to show our students why leadership is so valuable at any age.

Magnolia Elementary students spent the school year on a literary adventure, participating in Journey through the Genres, a year-long reading program designed to introduce them to a wide range of genres including picture books, mystery, fantasy, historical fiction, folk tales, fairy tales, tall tales, fables, nonfiction, biographies, graphic novels, poetry, and fiction. Each month, students explored a different genre, broadening their reading horizons.

The program was the creative idea of Mrs. Cindy Burns, a first-grade teacher at Magnolia, who envisioned a fun, goal-oriented way to encourage students to read more widely. With the support of her daughter, Lily, she also helped create The Reading Outpost, a mobile prize cart that became a much-anticipated feature throughout the school.

Students who met their grade-level reading requirements earned the opportunity to visit The Reading Outpost, where those meeting the grade-level requirements each month could select a special prize. These students' names were also entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card.

Special thanks go out to Dr. Phyllis Faust, Magnolia’s principal, for her enthusiastic support of the program. Each month, Dr. Faust led the students as they visited The Reading Outpost, turning book selection into an exciting event. She was joined by School Resource Officer Brown, who assisted in delivering the magic of reading to students.

At the awards assemblies, one lucky winner per grade level was drawn: Kindergarten - Adalyn, First Grade - Fiona, Second Grade - Scarlett, Third Grade - Bella, Fourth Grade - Ava, and Fifth Grade - Reed. Each winner received a $50 gift card. Thanks to JW Woods, serving as Assistant Principal for the day, and Mrs. Cindy Burns for helping Dr. Faust draw the winning tickets and to all the teachers and staff who supported students on their Journey through the Genres.

The success of Journey through the Genres stands as a testament to the power of creativity, collaboration, and a deep commitment to student literacy.

The Trussville City Board of Education will hold its June monthly meeting on Monday, June 9, 2025 at 5:00pm. The livestream link to the meeting will be published on the TCS website (www.trussvillecityschools.com) at 4:45pm June 9, 2025.

As we celebrate the retirements of Mrs. Shorter, Mrs. Odom, and Mrs. Peggy, we reflect on the joy, care, and dedication they have poured into our school. Mrs. Shorter, a master kindergarten teacher, leaves behind a legacy of love and learning. Arthur said, “She lets us do special things,” while Cate recalled, “She made a field trip at The Botanical Gardens. It was so much fun!” Older students remember her lasting influence too—Zeeya shared, “She made sure we were on track and helped us learn how to read,” and Nora said, “She always had a smile on her face and she was always prepared to teach.”

Mrs. Odom, our joyful second-grade teacher, brought laughter and warmth into every corner of the classroom. Her students treasured her energy and affection—Colt said, “I like the sparkle game we play to learn spelling,” and Amelia Claire added, “I love how she gives us a hug every day.” Caroline, now in fifth grade, shared, “I like that she called us her little owls because we were so smart.” Mrs. Odom’s love for her students and colleagues was always expressed out loud, creating a nurturing and joyful place for all.

And in the heart of our school was Mrs. Peggy, our beloved lunchroom manager, who combined hard work with constant kindness. Caroline said, “She is super sweet and always smiling,” while Charlotte noted, “She smiles even when she is busy and working hard.” William added, “She is always nice and reminds us to get fruit.” With her festive decorations and warm demeanor, Mrs. Peggy made the cafeteria a place where every student felt welcome. Together, these three women leave behind not just memories, but a legacy of love and excellence that will forever shape our school.

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.

Shortcuts to important resources listed on the TCS District website:

• TCS Bullying Reporting Form
• Special Education - Parent Rights (Section 504)