April 2025
In the April Board meeting featured student highlights and key approvals, including our HTMS Softball Team who are the 2025 Metro Champions, approval of HTHS C wing, announcement of new principals for Magnolia and Paine Elementary Schools and Exceptional Education Supervisor. Also, discussed was updates to the Parent/Student Handbook, HTHS school fees, athletic fees, and dates of 2025-2026 Board of Education Meetings.
March 2025
In the March Board Meeting Summary, Dr. Patrick Martin recognizes several groups including:
- Paine Elementary School becoming a CLAS Banner School of Distinction Award Recipient
- HTMS Band Program, HTMS Choir Program, and HTHS Choir Program to celebrate Music in Our Schools Month
Consent Agenda items:
- 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 School Calendars
- HTHS Course Curriculum Guide
- Replace HT Stadium Turf
New Business
- Approval of school fee sheets
- Board of Education Schedule
- Assistant Principal Opt-In Program
Special Report: Amber Benson, HTHS Business Academy Instructor, shared about the Leadership Hewitt-Trussville projects and impact.
February 2025
In the February Update, Dr. Patrick Martin recognizes several groups including our CNP Managers and 7th Grade Girls Basketball Team. Dr. Poovey shares about the recommended calendar for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. Administrative Reports highlighted the elementary STEM programs and the TCS branding project.
January 2025
In the January Update, Dr. Patrick Martin recognizes several groups including our five Board of Education Members; Melanie Dimler, AP Physics HTHS teacher, who was name the Presidential Award Winner in the area of Science for the state of Alabama; Madison Blank, Trussville City Schools Elementary Teacher of the Year; Lauren Deibert, Trussville City Schools Secondary Teacher of the Year; Marshall Walk, Trussville City Schools Elementary Bus Driver of the Year; and Larry Graham, Trussville City Schools Secondary Bus Driver of the Year. Administrative Reports highlighted the Career and Technical Academies at HTMS and HTHS along with the system's report card. Trussville City Schools is 1 of 11 systems out of 140 across the state to receive an A on their system and school report cards.
December 2024
In the December Update, Dr. Patrick Martin recognizes several groups including our five Teachers of the Year, HTMS Girls Bowling Team won the Metro Area, and Coach Sean Talsma named ALFCA 7A Assistant Coach of the Year. Jennifer Bruno and Charlotte Norris share about the 6-12 Fine Arts Department and the many opportunities for students.
November 2024
In the November Update, Dr. Patrick Martin recognizes several groups including Jefferson County Commissioner Joe Knight, 7th and 8th grade undefeated football teams, and two athletes who won the boys and girls middle school metro championship. The K-5 Fine Arts music programs are highlighted.
October 2024
In the October Update, Dr. Patrick Martin recognizes several groups including 35 Huskies who scored a perfect score in math on the Alabama Comprehensive Assessment Program (ACAP); four high school National Merit Semifinalist; Principals during the National Principals Appreciation Month; Representative Danny Garrett, Senator Shea Shelnutt, and Senator Dan Roberts for their support of Trussville City Schools; and Jeff Mauldin, HT baseball coach, on his induction into the Alabama Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame. Dr. Hamilton and Mrs. McGough shares academic achievements on state testing.
September 2024
In the September Update, Dr. Patrick Martin shares thoughts following the recent vote and an outline of important upcoming topics for future board meetings. Dr. Rachel Poovey shares a description of the procedures for the approval, evaluation, and selection of resources within our school libraries.
June 2024
In the June Update, Athletic Director Lance Walker highlights the amazing year in athletics from a state title, a record number of maps won, program first and coaching milestones.
May 2024
In the May Update, Dr. Martin congratulates graduates on their accomplishments and along with Aaron King, Principal of Hewitt-Trussville High School, shares their successes and five goals.
April 2024
In the April Update, Dr. Martin shares highlights and upcoming events along with Jared Meads, Principal of Hewitt-Trussville Middle School, shares their focus on excellence in arts, athletics and academics.
March 2024
In March Update, Dr. Lisa Lothspeich, Principal of Paine Elementary School, shares school highlights and the five principles guiding their educational journey.
February 2024
In February Updates
Tonya Hunter, teacher and head girls basketball coach, shares information about Black History Month celebrating and paying tribute to the generations of African Americans that enhanced our country. Dr. Phyllis Faust, Principal at Magnolia Elementary School, shares highlights and what M.A.G.N.O.L.I.A. means.
January 2024
Dr. Martin shares January Update from Trussville City Schools including the new National Board Certified Teachers Wall and Cahaba Elementary Update from Principal Joy Tyner. We're proud to unveil our new National Board Certified Wall! This special display honors educators who have achieved the esteemed National Board Certification, showcasing their dedication to teaching excellence. Also, get the latest insights on the progress and exciting developments at Cahaba Elementary from Joy Tyner, Principal.
