In the Loop
August 29, 2025
Upcoming Important Dates:
Monday, September 1 - Labor Day Holiday (All Schools and Offices will be closed.)
Friday, October 10 - eLearning Day for Students
Monday, October 13 - Fall Holiday (No school for students.)
Hewitt-Trussville High School Senior Awarded Statewide Recognition
Hewitt-Trussville High School is proud to announce that senior flutist Sarah Kate Smith has been recognized in Chamber Music Tuscaloosa’s 2025 Rogers-Dean Award Competition, earning one of only four awards presented statewide.
Smith was honored with the At-Large Award, which includes a $3,000 scholarship to support her continued musical development. Her performance submission featured Fantasia “Flamenco” for Flute Solo by Herman Beeftink and Fantaisie for Flute and Piano by Georges Hüe.
This distinction reflects her outstanding talent and dedication, as she was chosen from among top high school and college musicians across Alabama.
New Student Breakfast at Magnolia Elementary
Magnolia Elementary School hosted a New Student Breakfast this week! Thank you to Mrs. Lauren Blake, MES School Counselor and the Magnolia PTO for organizing such a great event and special time of fellowship for our students!
HTMS 8th Grade Honor Choir Sings National Anthem at Birmingham Legion Game
Four of our Cahaba students have already reached an incredible milestone, reading over one million words this school year! This achievement perfectly embodies our school theme, "Reaching New Heights." Their dedication to reading has truly taken them to a new level. Max C. leads the way with a stunning 2,075,117 words, followed by Max A. at 1,347,220, Roy at 1,282,709, and Jackson at 1,188,708.
By dedicating themselves to reading, these students have not only expanded their minds but also set an inspiring example for all of us. Their hard work proves that with effort and passion, we can all reach new heights in our own learning journeys.
Join Paine Elementary School for their
"New to Paine" Parent Chat Night
Tuesday, September 2 from 5:00 to 6:00PM
North Training Room
**This is for parents of NEW students in Grades 1st - 5th. All other 1st - 5th "Chat Nights" will be digital and will be emailed by your student's homeroom teacher by September 12th.**
Magnolia is Turning Imagination into Masterpieces
Ms. DeWitt at Magnolia Elementary School is in full swing, inspiring creativity and guiding our students as they craft true masterpieces. Each project reflects their unique imagination and the skills they are developing under her direction.
HTHS Library Book Buffet
This week in the HTHS library we introduced our 9th grade students to the library with a Book Buffet. Students looked through some book selections based on their interests and learned about the library layout and all the services offered. After checking out books for independent reading, they got to end their time in the library working on our puzzle, coloring, and playing games.
HTMS Club Day Highlights
Hewitt-Trussville Middle School officially kicked off its fall semester clubs on Tuesday, giving students the chance to dive into a wide variety of activities that connect them with peers and staff while having fun. Clubs meet once a week, creating a time for students to explore personal interests, learn new skills, and build relationships outside of the traditional classroom setting.
This semester’s lineup offers something for everyone, with options ranging from Archery, King of the Court, and Girls Healthy Habits to creative and interest-based clubs like Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Stop Animation, and Disney. Students can also enjoy laid-back activities such as Puzzle Club, Coloring Club, or Relax, Read, and Draw, while others may choose to challenge themselves in clubs like Audition and Performance Prep or Learning Basic Sign Language. With so many unique opportunities, HTMS clubs continue to be a highlight of the school year, bringing students together in fun and meaningful ways.
Paine Elementary has introduced a new tradition called Husky Hangouts, designed to strengthen relationships and build community among faculty and staff. Each month, a different group of staff members will host a fun gathering where all PES faculty and staff are invited to spend time together outside of the school day.
The purpose of Husky Hangouts is simple: to give colleagues the chance to laugh, relax, and connect. At Paine, staff are more than coworkers—they are a family, and these gatherings provide another opportunity to celebrate that spirit.
The very first Husky Hangout was hosted by the school’s office staff, who kicked things off at the first home game of the season. Their event set the tone for what is expected to become a much-loved tradition at Paine Elementary.
Trussville City Board of Education
The Trussville City Board of Education will hold its September monthly meeting on Monday, September 15, 2025 at 5:00pm. The livestream link will be published on the TCS website (www.tcsk12.us) 15 minutes prior to the start of each meeting.
The 2nd Public Budget Hearing for the Trussville City Schools Board of Education will be Monday, September 15, 2025 at 5:00 pm in the Board Room of Central Office.
Join the Pack Today with Trussville City Schools Foundation
We’re aiming for 500+ families and businesses to join the Pack this year—and we can only reach that goal with your help! Every membership fuels programs that directly benefit our students and teachers, and together we can make a huge difference for Trussville City Schools.
TCS Board of Education Meeting Schedule for 2025-26 School Year
September 15, 2025 - 5:00pm Board Meeting
October 20, 2025 - Board Retreat
October 20, 2025 - 5:00pm Board Meeting
November 17, 2025 - 5:00pm Board Meeting
December 15, 2025 - 5:00pm Board Meeting
January 26, 2026 - 4:30pm Board Meeting
February 23, 2026 - 5:00pm Board Meeting
March 16, 2026 - 5:00pm Board Meeting
April 20, 2026 - Board Retreat
April 20, 2026 - 5:00pm Board Meeting
May 18, 2026 - 5:00pm Board Meeting
June 8, 2026 - 5:00pm 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
Trussville Public Library
School Age Storytime
Wednesday, September 3rd from 4:00PM until 4:30PM
Stories, Songs, and Activities
A Storytime just for Kindergarten through 2nd Grade students!
Join us the first Wednesday of each month for an afternoon storytime for early elementary students!
Trussville Parks and Rec
Youth Basketball League
Registration - September 1st through October 31st
Cost - $130 plus cost of jersey
Evaluations will take place November 10th - 14th
Practice starts week of November 17th
For more information: call or email Zach Manning at (205) 508-0779 or zmanning@trussville.org
Trussville Parks & Recreation
Mini Stix Lacrosse
Boys & Girls - Kindergarten through 8th Grade
Sundays ONLY from 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Entry Fee: $75/per person
Begins September 7 and ends November 16th
HTMS Turf Field
For more information, contact: Fredrick Wagner at fwagner@trussville.org or (205) 508-0347 or email Trussville Lacrosse at trussvilleyouthlacrosse@gmail.com
Important Resources for TCS Parents & Students
Shortcuts to important resources listed on the TCS District website: