In the Loop
July 29, 2026
Upcoming Important Dates:
Monday, August 3 to Wednesday, August 5 - Teacher Professional Development Days
Thursday, August 6 - Students with the last name N-Z and Juniors/Seniors Return
Friday, August 7 - Students with the last name A-M and Freshmen/Sophomores Return
Cahaba Elementary School
"Meet the Teacher" Information
Sunday, August 2nd
5th Grade - 1:30PM to 2:30PM
2nd Grade - 2:00PM to 3:00PM
4th Grade - 2:30PM to 3:30PM
Monday, August 3rd
Kindergarten - 5:00PM to 6:00PM
Tuesday, August 4th
1st Grade - 5:00PM to 6:00PM
3rd Grade - 5:30PM to 6:30PM
Magnolia Elementary School
"Meet the Teacher" Information
Tuesday, August 4th
Kindergarten & 3rd Grade - 5:00PM to 5:45PM
1st Grade & 4th Grade - 5:45PM to 6:30PM
2nd Grade & 5th Grade - 6:30PM to 7:15PM
Paine Elementary School
"Meet the Teacher" Information
Sunday, August 2nd
3:00PM to 4:00PM
The following classes: Carlson (1st), Cantrell (1st), Lathem (1st), Massey (1st), McGinnis (1st), Moore (1st), Payne (1st), Puryear (1st), Snuggs (1st), Enoch (2nd), Ferguson (2nd), Talsma (4th)
4:30PM to 5:30PM
All 3rd Grade Classes
Monday, August 3rd
4:00PM to 5:00PM
The following classes: Braden (2nd), Breed (2nd), Bryant (2nd), Calvin (2nd), D. Parker (2nd), English (2nd), Federico (2nd), Maddox (2nd), Seeley (2nd), McCormick (1st), Stewart (1st), Wilks (1st)
Tuesday, August 4th
3:30PM to 4:30PM
All Kindergarten Classes
5:00PM to 6:00PM
All 4th Grade Classes
6:30PM to 7:30PM
All 5th Grade Classes
Hewitt-Trussville Middle School
Sixth Grade Secrets to Success
August 3rd from 5:30PM to 6:30PM
Teachers will share valuable information with our new sixth graders and families to ensure students are prepared for sixth grade. Students and families will visit classrooms and can drop off homeroom supplies during this time. Students will be assigned lockers on the first day of school.
Hewitt-Trussville Middle School
7th & 8th Grade Meet the Teacher
We would like to invite 7th and 8th Grade students and families to meet teachers on August 5th from 7:00AM to 9:00AM at HTMS.
Hewitt-Trussville High School
Freshman Orientation
Please join us on Friday, July 31st from 3:30PM to 5:30PM to tour the HTHS campus, meet teachers, and get a glimpse at all the ways your student can get involved this year. Go Huskies!
HTHS New Student Orientation
Sunday, August 2nd from 2:00PM to 4:00PM
Please note this orientation is for high school students grades 9-12 who are new to Trussville City Schools. 9th Graders moving up from HTMS should attend the seperate Freshman Orientation listed in the information above. 9th Graders new to the system may choose to attend either or both of these orientation times.
For more information, contact dana.depew@tcsk12.us
It's Time to RIDE with the HUSKIES!
We want you to be one of the first people with the opportunity to ride with the Huskies!
The Trussville City Schools Foundation and the Trussville City Schools Athletic Foundation have partnered to create a Distinctive Car Tag through the state of Alabama that supports Trussville City Schools! We are giving away the first 1000 car tags completely free to you, and we want you to be one of the first 1000 to ride with the Huskies!
We currently have 650 signups and need 350 more to get to production! Please sign up today!
1. What is the Trussville City Schools distinctive car tag?
It’s a specialty license plate that shows your support for both the Trussville City Schools Foundation and the Trussville City Schools Athletic Foundation.
2. Who benefits from the tag?
Both foundations benefit directly. Funds support educational programs, classroom needs, and athletic opportunities for students.
3. How much does the tag cost?
The first year is FREE for the first 1,000 people who sign up. After that, individuals have the option of paying $50 to renew their plate. This would be handled at the tag office.
4. How much money goes back to the schools?
From each tag purchased, $48.75 goes directly to support the two foundations.
5. Why is it important to be one of the first 1,000?
Reaching the first 1,000 commitments helps ensure the tag becomes available—and you’ll also get your first year free.
6. Do I have to pay anything up front?
No—there is no upfront cost to reserve your tag as part of the first 1,000. The only cost is upon renewal of your car tag.
7. When will I receive my tag?
Once the 1,000 commitment goal is met and production is approved, you will be emailed a voucher. Individuals will take the voucher to their tag office and pick up the license plate free of charge.
8. Where do I get my tag?
You will pick up your car tag from your local tag office. The Trussville Tag Office will have the tags available upon request.
9. Can I still get the tag after the first 1,000?
Yes! However, the free first-year offer only applies to the first 1,000 participants.
10. How do I sign up?
You can sign up through the official Google form provided by the school system or foundations.
11. Can businesses or organizations participate?
Absolutely! Anyone with an eligible vehicle can sign up and show their support.
12. Why should I participate?
It’s an easy way to give back, show school pride, and directly support students, teachers, and athletic programs in Trussville. Show everyone that you are riding with the Huskies.
If you have any other questions, please email ridewiththehuskies@gmail.com
Paws for a Cause
"Hula with the Huskies"
August 15th 6:00PM
Trussville Entertainment District
Trussville City Board of Education
The Trussville City Board of Education will hold the August Board Meeting on Monday, August 17, 2026 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.
TCS Board of Education Meeting Schedule for 2026-27 School Year
Monday, August 17, 2026 - 5:00PM
Monday, September 21, 2026 - 5:00PM
Monday, October 19, 2026 - Board Retreat/Training
Monday, October 19, 2026 - 5:00PM
Monday, November 16, 2026 - 5:00PM
Monday, December 14, 2026 - 5:00PM
Monday, January 25, 2027 - 5:00PM
Monday, February 15, 2027 - 5:00PM
Monday, March 15, 2027 - 5:00PM
Monday, April 19, 2027 - Board Retreat/Training
Monday, April 19, 2027 - 5:00PM
Monday, May 17, 2027 - 5:00PM
Monday, June 14, 2027 - 5:00PM
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
Save the Date for Dog Daze 2026!
Saturday, August 1st from 10:00AM to 4:00PM
East Mall (225 Parkway Drive, Trussville)
For more information, visit trussvillechamber.com.
Boys and Girls sign up for Scouting with Cub Scout Pack 216!
Thursday, August 20, 2026
6:00PM to 7:00PM
Trussville Civic Center - 5381 Trussville Clay Road
Contact: Stephen Foster (205) 368-5886
Contact: Anthony Edwards (205) 441-5763
Important Resources for TCS Parents & Students
Shortcuts to important resources listed on the TCS District website:
https://www.tcsk12.us/departments/exceptional-education/parent-and-community-resources