Elementary Students Gain Real-World Work Experience

Finalists in the Great Handshake Challenge came to the Central Office to test their soft skills.

Pre-K Registration Open January 15-March 4, 2019

Children must be 4 years old on or before September 2, 2017 and live within the Tuscaloosa City Schools' zone to be eligible.

TCS Specialty Programs

Specialty applications are now being accepted for five programs in the Tuscaloosa City Schools.

TCS Announces Apple Award Recipients

Tuscaloosa City Schools recognized outstanding teachers and support personnel at the annual Apple Awards on December 17 at 6 p.m. at Tuscaloosa Career & Technology Academy.

Winter Reading Challenge

We are delighted to announce the 2018 Winter Reading Challenge! Encourage your TCS Student to read during this time.

Recognized National Board Certified Teacher (NBCT) Teachers

Recognize National Board Certified Teachers (NBCT) who renewed this year.

Paul W. Bryant High and Central High shine bright!

Two TCS high schools were recognized for their participation in Worlds of Work (WOW) Varsity Attendance Competition, sponsored by West Alabama Works.

TCS Receives Heart Safe Schools Award

The Tuscaloosa City Schools was recently named a “Heart Safe School System” for its efforts educating students and staff on the importance of life-saving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)

TCS Students give to United Way of West Alabama

Tuscaloosa City Schools students raised $14,916.69 dollars for the annual fund drive for the United Way of West Alabama.

Read BAMA Read Book Spree

Another great day at Barnes and Noble with Tuscaloosa City’s middle school librarians as they went on a shopping spree to fill up their libraries with brand new books!

RQES Rocks!

Rock Quarry Elementary has been named a 2018 National Blue Ribbon School.

WFES Honored

The school received recognition in the nation's capital.

Reading Pays Off!

TMSE and Verner were presented $20,000 checks this week.

Tuscaloosa Through Time

TCS students will participate in a yearlong educational experience about the 200th anniversary of the city and state's founding.

PWBHS Principal Hired

The Tuscaloosa City Board of Education named Lydia Edwards principal of Paul W. Bryant High.

Strong Libraries. Strong Schools.

Of the system’s 18 libraries, none meet the designation for "exemplary" --yet.

Verner, TMSE Receive $20K for Reading Gains

Two Tuscaloosa City schools will share in a $1M award for making gains in third grade literacy.

System to Offer Pilot Program for National Board Certified Teachers

The new pilot program will provide additional incentives for all professional staff at Westlawn Middle School, including financial support, professional leave, and mentoring.

School Safety Letter

Tuscaloosa City Schools and the Tuscaloosa Police Department remain committed to the safety of the children in our community.

TCS Celebrating Milestone Moments

TCS to host series of ribbon cutting and groundbreaking events

TCS Students Share Sister Cities Stories

Twenty-one students traveled to Germany as part of the program

Nurses Offering Parents Back-to School Reminders

Nurses are sharing tips regarding influenza, heavy backpacks and sunscreen.

Aug. 3 Professional Development for Teachers

The goal for the 2017-2018 school year is to align our entire system of initiatives, support, and resources to the strategic plan.

TCS to Host Athletics Summit

The theme for the event is Portraits of Elevated Character.

Nichani Named TMSE Principal

Board Unanimously Selects Longtime TCS Employee to Serve as principal of Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools-Elementary

Now Hiring Bus Drivers

TCS is looking for bus drivers for the 2017-2018 school year.

TCS Hosts New Employee Orientation

Human Resources informed employees about TCS policies, procedures, and processes.

Druid City Garden Project announces new name

The group changed its name to better reflect its goal of bringing a teaching garden to every school across the state of Alabama.

Tuscaloosa Children Receiving Free Meals this Summer

TCS participating in Summer Food Service Program

TCS Announces Summer Hours

The Tuscaloosa City Schools and Central Office will be closed Fridays throughout the summer.

TechXploration Summer Enrichment Camp Filling Quickly

The program will be June 12-15 at TCTA from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. The cost is $50.

TCS Participating in Summer Food Service Program

Meals will be served free-of-charge to children at locations across Tuscaloosa.

TCS Child Nutrition Program Providing Summer Food Service Program

The program will provide free meals for children 18 years of age and under.

Chamber Member Firms Raise Funds to Support TCS Summer Enrichment

The high-engagement summer enrichment program will be held during June .

TCS Announces Early Dismissal Times

The Tuscaloosa City Schools are preparing for early dismissal times on Thursday, May 25 and on the last day of school on Friday, May 26.

Top 5 Reasons to Teach this Summer

City of Tuscaloosa Council, School Board Inauguration set for May 22

Joint ceremony to be held at Tuscaloosa River Market

Woodland Forrest Students Learn Golf Skills in SPARK Initiative

SPARK Program provides skills with knowledge in non-traditional sports.

TCS Honors 2013-2017 Board of Education

Six of eight board members will roll off the board at the conclusion of the term on May 22.

Notice for destruction of SPE records

This serves as notice that special education records of students who were born in 1991, or students who have not been enrolled in our system since May 30, 2012, will be destroyed.

TCS Celebrates National Teacher Appreciation Week

TCS thanks teachers for their committment to students

Recientemente, una serie popular de Netflix 13 Razones Por Qué, ha provocado conversaciones en muchas comunidades sobre el tema del suicidio adolescente

Queremos que sepan que la serie es popular entre los adolescentes como padre o tutor de un estudiante de las Escuelas de la Ciudad de Tuscaloosa.

13 Reasons Why: Please Help Us Keep Your Student Safe

A popular Netflix series, 13 Reasons Why, is sparking conversations about the issue of teen suicide across the country.

Four TCS Libraries Opening this Summer for Students

They will be open at least 3 partial days per week throughout the month of June.

Infosnap Registration Now Open

Register your child for the upcoming school year.

TCS Hosts Summer Fair

More than 30 community organizations informed parents about summer programs.

Special Olympics set for April 28

The opening ceremony is set to begin between 9:30 and 10 a.m. on the football field.

PWBHS Championship Parade set for April 8

The parade route begins at the Federal Courthouse on 21st Avenue and runs through Downtown Tuscaloosa to Government Plaza.

Schools Closing April 5 due to Severe Weather Threat

This closure will impact any after-school, including athletic, activities for Wednesday evening.

TCS Hosting Summer Fair to Connect Parents with Summer Enrichment Opportunities

The event is set for April 17, at Tuscaloosa Magnet Schools beginning at 6 p.m.

Tuscaloosa County Commission and PARA Announce Job Openings for High School Students

Each selected applicant will be competing against two other applicants during the interview process.

TCS Launching Electronic Flyer System at Pilot Schools

This “green” initiative will save our schools tons of paper and reduce copy costs by thousands of dollars.

TCS Honors Teachers during AL NBCT Week

View all NBCTs in the Tuscaloosa City Schools

Message from the School Board Chair

TCS School Board Chair Lee Garrison addressed the media Thursday, March 2

TCS Celebrates Alabama NBCT Week

AL NBCT Week is March 6-10

Natalie Roig Making Plans for this Summer

The Paul W. Bryant High School art teacher is proposing to teach two courses as part of the Tuscaloosa City Schools' first-ever summer enrichment program.

TCS Urges Parents to Take Precautions against Flu

To prevent the spread of the flu, we are recommending you exercise good hand washing practices and other respiratory hygiene measures.

Student Engagement Survey Now Open

This survey is the students’ chance to share candid feedback about their schools and a TCS education.

TCS Launches Leadership Effectiveness Survey

It invites feedback about academic support, student support, family involvement, school leadership, and school operations, among other topics.

TCS Announces Graduation Times

Commencement exercises will be held Saturday, May 20

Specialty School Application Now Live

Application available until 3 p.m. on the last school day in January

Jan. 6 Weather Update

The Central Office and all school locations will be closed.

Weather Update

The Tuscaloosa City Schools is set to cancel athletic events scheduled for the evening of Jan. 6 and Jan. 7 due to the threat of winter weather.

TCS Names Apple Award Winners

Five teachers will represent the system and advance to the next level of competition...

TCS Launches Communications Survey

Daria to Host Webinar on Student Engagement

Webinar Powered by K12 Insight

Sixth Grade Students Receive Chromebooks

Part of the TCS Digital Transformation

TCS Hosting Fifth Annual Apple Awards

The event recognizes teachers and support staff members.

TCS to Cancel After-School Activities on Nov. 29

This includes extended day programs and sporting events.

11/18 Statement

At this afternoon’s meeting of the Tuscaloosa City Board of Education Northridge High School teacher...

P.E. Teacher Honored

“I love my job, and it’s just an honor to be rewarded for what I do,” said Laura Prior.

TCS Aware of Political Issue Discussed in Math Class

The situation is being investigated

TCS Hosting Community Meetings on Facilities Projects

Administrators will share information about facilities and renovation projects related to the strategic plan.

Draft School Year Calendar

The Tuscaloosa City Schools is currently in the process of developing an academic calendar for the 2017-2018 school year.

TCS to Host Meeting on New Northern Middle School

System to host meeting to unveil floorplan layout and site plan.

October Marks National Bullying Prevention Month

TCS is marking its fifth year since the implementation of the Harassment Awareness Learning Together (HALT) Initiative.

TCS High School Football: Northridge vs. Bryant

This game will likely earn the winner a No. 4 seed in the region standings and a spot in the AHSAA state playoffs.

Verner Elementary to Participate in Walk to School Day Oct. 5

The event is marking its 20th anniversary.

Schools Host Book Fairs

The fundraising event supports literacy at home.

RQES Students Raise Funds for Cancer Research

The top fundraisers in each grade pied a teacher in the face.

#ThankAPrincipal

October Marks National Principals Month. TCS recognizes our 23 school leaders.

TCTA Opens Bytes Cyber Cafe

TCS' CNP Department is partnering with TCTA's Hospitality and Tourism program to operate classes through the cafe.

Down. Set. Weld.

How what happened in the classroom collided with what happened on the football field for one student-athlete.

TCS Students to Appear in "The Beauty and the Beast"

The performances are set for Sept. 16-19 at the Bama Theatre.

Eight Northridge Students Named UA Early College Ambassadors

The students demonstrated distinguished academic leadership.

9/8 Core Notes

This edition of the Core Notes features the superintendent's inaugural web series: The Progress Report.

Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week: Meet Elizabeth Costello

Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week is Sept. 5-9.

Remembering 9/11: From Principal to Police Officer

Hear Kyle Ferguson's story surrounding the attacks.

Two TCS campuses to offer parking for UA Football Games

Parking lots will open to guests Saturday mornings before the games.

Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week: Meet Ida Harris

She is a retired teacher who taught for 40 years.

Mayor Walt Maddox Presents BOE with Mayor's Cup Proceeds

Maddox's event has raised more than $210,000 over 10 years.

BCBS Awards Oakdale Be Healthy School Grant

Funds to be used on exercise, nutrition, parental involvement and playground equipment

TCS Announces Local Efforts to Recognize September as Attendance Awareness Month

Starting as early as kindergarten or even preschool, chronic absence predicts lower 3rd grade reading scores. By middle school it’s a warning sign that students will fail key classes and drop out of high school.

TCS High School Football: Week 3

Each TCS team will be playing at home.

Northridge and Paul W. Bryant Face Opponents on Road

Both Teams Playing in First Away Games of the Season

Central Falcons Searching for First Win

This is the just the second match-up between these teams.

TCS Invites Community Members to Superintendent's Open House

Parents, teachers and community members can learn about the district’s implementation of the strategic plan.

High School Football Kicks Off

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.

TCS Board of Education Recognizes Anne Witt

Witt honored for a decade of service and support of music education in TCS.

Alabama Department of Education Announces Community Engagement Tour 2016

Join us at TCTA on Sept. 13 at 6 p.m. to learn about– and give input on – Alabama’s continuing work on a strategic plan for our schools.

Lunch is Served

TCS Announces Free & Reduced-Price Meal Policy

TCS Board of Education names Michael J. Daria as New Superintendent

Daria is set to begin before school begins for students on Aug. 11

TCS Elementary Schools Get New Playgrounds

Students at area elementary schools will have fun, exciting and innovative places to play when they return to school.

Back-to-School Immunizations

The health department is offering back-to-school immunizations every Thursday this summer.

2016 Student Engagement Survey

Learn more about what students say about their engagement levels in schools.

Grab a Book!

Keep turning the page to a great book. We'll celebrate when you get back to school!

TCS Relocates Schools as Part of Strategic Plan

As part of the Tuscaloosa City Schools’ implementation of the Integrated Curriculum Facilities Strategic Plan, four schools will relocate this week to make way for new building projects...