HTHS Newsletter
August 8, 2025
Kallie Strickland, 9th grade counselor
I am excited to take on the role as the 9th grade counselor this year at HTHS! I was raised in Trussville and graduated from HTHS in 2013. I graduated from UAB with my bachelor’s in psychology and a minor in human resources. I recently completed my masters of school counseling at Liberty University.
Outside of school, most of my days are spent at the ballpark with my three kids, who keep me busy! I love spending time with my family/friends and enjoy going on any kind of trip, especially to the lake.
I am looking forward to starting my career here at my alma mater, Go Huskies!
Peyton Drummond, 10th grade counselor
I am so excited to be here at HTHS!! I am from Dora, Alabama and graduated from Dora High School in 2017. I have a bachelor’s degree in communications (and minored in history just for fun!) from The University of North Alabama, and I also just graduated with my master’s in school counseling from UNA in May. I am always happy to talk about UNA if anyone is interested in going there!
I love to spend time with my family and close friends! I also love to go antiquing and getting to travel to historic landmarks, and anywhere else I can go! I also am a huge sports fan and enjoy spending the weekends watching them with my family.
I’m looking forward to getting to know everyone, becoming a part of the Husky family, and helping out as much as I can!
The FOCUS Act is State Law
“No student may possess a wireless communication device in any public elementary or secondary school building or on the grounds thereof during the instructional day unless the wireless communication device is turned off and stored off their person in a locker, car, or similar storage location.”
All personal technology must remain in one of two places during the instructional day (8:10 am - 3:15pm)
- Left in your personal vehicle
- Turned off and in your locker
This includes, but is not limited to: Cell phones, smart watches, tablets, personal laptops, air pods, headphones, gaming devices, or any other portable electronic device that has the capability of exchanging voice, messaging, or other data communication with another electronic device.
TCS & HTHS are not responsible for lost or stolen personal property. While you may bring these items onto campus, students are personally and solely responsible for them.
School Fee Payments
Trussville City Schools is implementing a new online payment system for all schools. We will now be collecting course and other school fees via My School Bucks. This is the same system we currently use to collect student lunch account payments. Information on this new system will be communicated district-wide soon. Check and cash payments will be accepted at the main office.
The 2025-26 Course Fee Sheet is located on the HTHS website via the following link: https://hths.tcsk12.us/students-and-families/finances-and-fees. Compare student schedules to the fee sheet to determine which fees are due. Please use the HTHS School Fee Questions link on the HTHS website or contact the HTHS Finance Office at (205) 228-4000 with questions or concerns.
Senior Portraits
Photos were taken this summer. If a senior missed their appointment or was unable to have their photo taken, they should make an appointment directly with Belmont studios on the site linked below. All senior portraits should be completed by October 31st as senior portrait must be taken with Belmont photography to be featured with the senior class in the yearbook.
Senior Baby Photos for Yearbook
As seniors, you have the chance to have a baby picture in the yearbook to show how much you have changed and grown. This is free and only requires that the photo features you between the ages of birth and 4ish years of age. You will upload this photo into an assignment created in Class of 2026 Schoology. All baby photos are due in Schoology by December 1st 2025.
Senior Ads
This is a fantastic opportunity to honor seniors and help cover costs not covered by the book sale simultaneously. Parents will provide text and photos and the ad will be designed by the yearbook staff in accordance with the theme of the yearbook that year. Senior ads should be purchased by Dec 8th. More information and order instructions to come. Pricing details below
Full Page (8inx11in): $300 – up to 7 photos and no more than 150 words depending on the number of photos submitted.
½ Page (8inx5.5in): $155 – up to 5 photos and no more than 50 words to 75 words depending on the number of pictures submitted.
¼ Page (4inx5.5in): $85 – up to 2 photos and no more than 30 words.
Spring 2026 Girls Golf Interest Form
Please complete the form linked below if you plan on or are interested in playing golf during the Spring 2025 season. Try-outs are planned for Wednesday, August 20th from 3:15-5:30pm at Silos Golf Club. Those that wish to practice prior to tryouts can come to the Silos Golf Club on Monday, 8/18 and or Tuesday, 8/19 from 3:15- 5:15pm. Girls that do not have 8th period golf will begin at 3:45. Returning players, please complete this regardless if I have this info or not. All athletes must have a current physical in order to try-out.
Use this link to access or create your Dragon Fly account!
Stop by Ms. Maggie Rasberry's room (M203) if you have questions.
Alex Spears, Senior ~ Sloss Metal Arts Summer Youth Apprenticeship
Senior Alex Spears just finished the Sloss Metal Arts Summer Youth Apprenticeship, he was 1 of 9 Birmingham high school students chosen for the program. This is a paid, 8 week program, employing high school students, aged 16-19, to work and study under professional artists for 30 hours per week.
Students are introduced to a variety of processes and techniques in an interactive, individualized environment. For their final projects, they submitted a professional proposal and spend the final 2 weeks executing their final sculptures. Their pieces were on display during an art reception open to the public at the conclusion of the summer program.
Alex loved the program and learned so much, he will carry all these new skills into his AP 3D portfolio he will work to complete this upcoming school year!
Details on his final sculpture:
Title: Droplets on Steel
Description: With this project I wanted to display the malleability by exhibiting the plates as a liquid or water material. I displayed this by adding puddle effects and adding blue wax to the outer finish. I also incorporated the design of the buckles into a puddle design.
Their Website: https://www.slossmetalarts.com/sya
Mary Kate Dimler, Senior ~ Alabama Governor's School
Mary Kate Dimler was selected to attend Alabama Governor's School at Samford University this summer (https://www.samford.edu/programs/alabama-governors-school/). The Alabama Governor’s School provides academic, creative, and leadership experiences for a limited number of rising high school juniors and seniors who have demonstrated exceptional ability and achievement in their studies. Students who are considered for AL Governor's School must show high intellectual and creative potential.
During the two-week program, Mary Kate participated in Health Professionals and Research Science Seminars. At the closing ceremony, Mary Kate received one of the top honors at Alabama Governor's School - Top Female Student. This award comes with a $20,000 scholarship to Samford University.
Congratulations to HTHS student, Mary Kate Dimler on this exceptional achievement!
Hard-Working Huskies Gain Real-World Experience Through Trade Training Internship
This summer, a group of driven HTHS students took an important step toward building their futures by participating in the Trade Training Internship/Co-op Partnership with Spartan Invest. While many of their peers enjoyed summer break, these Huskies were developing valuable hands-on experience in the real estate industry—specifically in turnkey real estate investment and property management.
Students William Bozeman, Kaysen Chandler, Brayden Cox, Talon Crowder, Austin Lewallen, and Jax Mock demonstrated commitment, professionalism, and a strong work ethic as they applied and expanded their trade skills in a real-world setting. Their participation not only gave them insight into a fast-growing industry but also helped them build a strong foundation for long-term career success.
We’re proud of these young professionals for seizing this opportunity to gain meaningful work experience and sharpen the skills that will give them a head start in the workforce. Several of these students will continue their journey with Spartan Invest through the HTHS Co-op program during the school year.
Pictured: Kaysen, Talon, Austin, and Jax with Randall Vann, Director of Maintenance for Atlas Rental Property, during Field Team Appreciation Week.
Looking Ahead
August
14 - Open House 5:30-7:00pm
15 - Husky Night 4:30-6:30pm
22 - Football hosts J.A.G., 7pm
29 - Football travels to Gadsden City, 7pm
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