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Alabama First Class Pre-K Registration Opens January 15, 2026
Alabama First Class Pre-K Registration Opens January 15, 2026. To Pre-register, go online to: https://prek.alaceed.alabama.gov.
The GenNEXT Initiative of the Eta Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated proudly donated coats to students at Mathews Elementary School, helping keep our scholars warm and supported this season.
Northport police Department invited a group of students to shop with a Cop. Thank you, Northport, for your service in the community.
Thank you to ABC 33/40 meteorologist James Spann for an awesome presentation at Matthews Elementary School! Pictured left to right Mrs. Gibbs - 1st Grade Teacher, Meteorologist James Spann, Dr. Kim Lavender, Principal.
Supply Kits for Students
Thank you to The University of Alabama, On Track to Wellness program, for donating student supply kits to Matthews Elementary. We appreciate your partnership!
Discover Tuscaloosa County Schools
The Tuscaloosa County School System serves more than 19,000 students across 36 campuses in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. We exist to educate and empower all students to become highly-skilled graduates, prepared to positively contribute to their community.
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TCSS is the ninth-largest school district in Alabama, made up of 36 schools and more than 19,000 students.
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We exist to educate and empower all students to become highly skilled graduates prepared to positively contribute to their community.
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Learn about the plan that will guide the progress of TCSS over the next five years.
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Find your Board Member and learn more about the Board of Education.
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Learn more about our Superintendent and Central Office Staff.
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Our Whole Child Framework supports the many aspects of a student’s well-being, ultimately supporting their academic success.
News & Announcements
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Due to the threat of severe weather this afternoon and evening, all afterschool activities in the Tuscaloosa County School System are canceled for Monday, March 9, 2026. This includes extended day programs, athletic practices, and games.
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TCSS pre-kindergarten pre-registration for the 2026-2027 school year is open until Friday, March 6, 2026.
Learn more about who is eligible, the selection process, and how to pre-register.
Due to the extreme cold, all Tuscaloosa County School System schools and offices will operate on a two-hour delay Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Please see important information about bus stop location changes for students who live in Valley Hills and ride bus numbers 51, 12, and 175.
Upcoming Events
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