In the Loop 2019-2020
December 12, 2019
Trussville City Schools
(205) 228-3000
Email Sandra Vernon for assistance
Save the Date!
Christmas Holiday Schedule
Students dismiss school at 12:00 noon December 19, 2019
Faculty/Staff Last Day is December 19, 2019
12 Month Employees work December 20, 2019
School/Offices Closed December 20, 2019 - January 2, 2020
Faculty/Staff Returns - January 3, 2020
Students return January 6, 2020
Schools Closed for Dr. Martin Luther King , Jr. Day - January 20, 2020
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Congratulations to Pierce Heinzman Spelling Bee Champion for Hewitt-Trussville Middle School! Great Job Pierce!
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Hewitt-Trussville High School Marching Band Named Fox 6 Band of the Year! GO HUSKIES!
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Foundry in a Box Visits Hewitt-Trussville High School Engineering Academy
A team of industry casting professionals visited Hewitt-Trussville High School on November 19th. The students were told how you are never 6 feet away from a part that has been cast or was made from machines that were cast. The team discussed how castings are created from 3D designs and 3D prints to the making of the molds to the pouring of the metal. It was valuable for the students to see how companies utilize the same 3D design software they use in class to make patterns for the molds. Students were also allowed to cast their own parts by pouring liquid tin into molds. We would like to thank Foundry in a Box for spending the day with our Engineering Academy students and conveying the importance that casting has in manufacturing and engineering. Foundry in a Box is made up of volunteers from several local casting companies. Some of the volunteers were from companies right here in Trussville.
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State Trumbauer Theatre Competition...congratulations students!
HTHS had a wonderful time at the State Trumbauer Theatre Competition. HTHS competed alongside almost 3,000 other theatre students across our State.
The Great Gatsby (group acting scene) – Anna Kate Hindman, Nathan Kay, Ryan Gudgen – 2nd Place – IN THE STATE OF ALABAMA!!!!
Superior Ratings:
Molly Horn – Solo Acting Classical Dramatic
Lela Currie – Solo Acting Contemporary Dramatic
Maya Viikinsalo – Solo Musical Comedic
Abigail Wilkinson and Savannah Hicks – Duet Musical Comedic
Markkus Griggs – Solo Musical Dramatic
Thomas Gagliano – Solo Acting Contemporary Dramatic
Trinity Andrezewski – Solo Acting Contemporary Comedic
Maddie Crumb – Solo Musical Dramatic
Lily Sauger and Maddie Sullivan – Duet Musical Dramatic
Excellent Ratings:
Asher Burnette, Aubrey Fowler, Ryan Gudgen, Stephen Horsey, John Murray, Jack Ollis – Group Musical
Jacey Grace Clark, Sarah Senft, Molly Horn, Molly Bruno – Group Musical
Maya Viikinsalo, Sierra Jackson – Duet Acting Contemporary Dramatic
Trey Thompson – Solo Acting Contemporary Comedic
Leon Maezwa – Solo Acting Contemporary Comedic
Great Gatsby winners (left to right) Ryan Gudgen, Anna Kate Hindman, Nathan (Kansas) Kay
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Hewitt-Trussville High School Culinary Academy Busy This Holiday Season
The Hewitt-Trussville High School Culinary Academy has been busy hosting and catering several events during the holiday season.
On December 2, 2019, the Culinary Academy prepared hors d'oeuvres and served for the Trussville Daybreak Rotary Club Christmas Party. The food was delicious served by cheerful, knowledgeable students. Rotary members were impressed to learn that many of these students already hold positions at local restaurants. Great Job Students and Chef Hallman!
The Culinary Academy also prepared and served a meal for approximately 350 people from the Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind. This has become an annual event for The Culinary students. Great fun was had by all and the students and Chef Hallman did an outstanding job!
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NASA Astronaut Visits Magnolia Elementary Science Olympiad Team!
It all started when Sadie asked her mom for a crystal kit for Christmas. Mom, who works with NASA, contacted Dr. DeLucas to ask him for a recommendation of which kit to purchase. Instead of recommending a crystal kit, Dr. DeLucas told the mom that she would just build her one. Wow! And that is how it all started.
It was an honor to have Dr. DeLucas visit Magnolia!
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Magnolia Elementary Students Represent MES in the Alabama Bicentennial Children's Bell Ceremony...GREAT JOB STUDENTS!
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Congratulations to Hewitt-Trussville Middle School November 2019 Teacher of the Month....Marie Brzezinski! Great Job!
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Hewitt-Trussville Middle School Girls in Engineering Take a Trip to Visit an Alabama Power Smart Home and Sub Station...a great learning experience!
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The Cahaba Elementary classes of Mrs. Harrison and Mrs. Griggs decorate their tree together...Just Beautiful!
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Cahaba Elementary's SHINE Performed at the Trussville Christmas Tree Lighting....GREAT JOB students!
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HTHS Senior Board Winter Blanket and Sock Drive
The Hewitt-Trussville High School Senior Board is having a Winter Blanket and Sock Drive starting December 2, and going through January 17. Donated items will be taken to Jessie’s Place.
Students will bring items to their 1st period class. The class that brings the most items will get a free breakfast!
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Hewitt-Trussville Middle School Dance Team Tryouts....Save the Date!
Calling all dancers! If you are interested in trying out for the HTMS Dance Team, there will be a mandatory parent information meeting on Tuesday, January 28th, at 5:30 pm in the Auditorium. An optional pre-clinic will be held on Monday, February 10th from 3:00-5:00 pm. Mandatory clinic and tryouts will take place during the week of February 24th-28th. A list of tryout requirements can be found on Ms. McIntyre’s website: https://bit.ly/2G2xOuz
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Hewitt-Trussville Middle School Cheerleader Tryout Information...Save the Date!
Attention all girls interested in trying out for HTMS Cheerleader:
There will be a MANDATORY Parent Meeting on Thursday, February 6th at 6:00 p.m. in the HTMS auditorium. All pertinent information regarding tryouts will be distributed at this meeting. An optional pre-clinic will be held on Thursday February 20th from 3 – 5 p.m. Mandatory cheer clinic and tryouts will be the week of March 9th-13th.
The scoring rubric for tryouts will be posted on Mrs. Bowman’s website.
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Children's of Alabama Flu Information
Information Below provided by Children's of Alabama
1600 7th Avenue S
Birmingham, AL 35233
205.638.9100
Sometimes mistaken for the common cold, the flu (influenza) causes more symptoms and can sometimes cause serious illness. Fortunately, most kids who get the flu can get over the infection without any problems. The flu occurs most often in the winter months.
Signs and Symptoms:
- Fever
- Headache
- Loss of appetite
- Sore throat
- Nausea and vomiting
- Dizziness
- Chills
- Muscle aches
- Cough
- Runny nose
- Diarrhea
- Tiredness.
What to Do:
- Call the child's doctor
- Encourage rest
- Keep the child hydrated with plenty of fluids - breast milk or formula for babies, water, juice, ice pops, and cool drinks for older kids but no caffeinated drinks
- Relieve symptoms with: A warm bath, a cool-mist humidifier, saline or saltwater) nose drops, acetaminophen or ibuprofen (check package for correct dosage)
Never give aspirin to a child with the flu. Do not give cough or cold medicine to children under 6 years old (call the doctor first for older kids).
Seek medical care if the child has:
- Symptoms that get worse
- Trouble breathing
- A stiff neck
- A severe cough
- A fever and is 3 months or younger
- A headache that doesn't go away after taking acetaminophen or ibuprofen
Seek Emergency Medical Care if the child:
- is working to breathe (using chest muscles to get air in and out
- is lethargic (hard to wake up your child
- child is confused and unsteady
- physician recommends coming to the ED
Think Prevention!
- Get the flu vaccine each year
- Try to avoid large crowds during flu season
- Wash hands well and often
For educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnosis and treatment, consult your doctor. Information copyright of the Children's of Alabama Patient Health and Safety Information. 8/19
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Children's of Alabama Flu Testing and Treatment
Information provided by Children's of Alabama:
Testing for the Flu
- Getting a flu shot each year is the best way to protect your child from the flu.
- Most of the time, doctors will use the symptoms your child has to diagnose your child with the flu.
- Occasionally, a rapid flu test is used to see if your child has the flu. But, many children with the flu have a negative test and children without the flu will sometimes have a positive test so your medical provider today will decide whether or not a flu test is needed.
- If a flu test is done, a nasal swab is needed for the test and it will take about an hour to get results.
Treatment for the Flu
- The gest treatement of the flu involves rest and lots of fluids.
- Give acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Motrin) for fever. NEVER give aspirin to a child with the flu.
- The flu is a virus and cannot be treated with antibiotics.
Tamiflu
- Tamilflu is a medicine that may be given after a positive flu test.
- Some side effects of Tamiflu are nausea and vomiting.
Who should get Tamiflu?
- Not every patient with the flu will get a prescription for Tamiflu. Only children with a higher than average risk for complications of flu will be treated with the medication.
If your child has the flu but is not given Tamiflu, the best treatment is still to get plenty of rest, drink plenty of fluids, and take acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Motrin) as needed for fever or pain.
When should I call the doctor?
- Symptoms that get worse
- Trouble breathing
- Stiff neck
- Severe cough
- Fever in a child that is 3 months or younger
- Headache that doesn't go away after acetaminophen or ibuprofen
All information provided by Children's of Alabama.
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LAST CHANCE.....DECEMBER 31 IS THE LAST DAY TO PURCHASE A BRICK PAVER....DON'T MISS OUT!
The Trussville City Schools Foundation Brick Paver Sale...get your Stadium Brick Paver NOW before the deadline.
Don't Miss Out on Your Place in History! Get Your Stadium Brick Pavers Now for the HT Stadium!
Trussville City Schools Foundation is excited to again offer a unique and lasting opportunity to leave your mark with a personalized brick to be installed in the walkways near the concession stands at Hewitt-Trussville Stadium.
Individuals, families, and businesses can show their school pride by purchasing an engraved brick. This is also a great way to honor graduating seniors, new kindergarten students, and special teachers or staff members! Bricks can be personalized with names, dates or special messages.
You can view past donors as well as examples of the pavers at the entrance of the stadium just inside the front gates.
Pavers will be ordered in December 2019 and are $50 each for a 4" x 8" brick with 1-3 lines of engraving with 18 to 20 characters per line, including spaces.
Thank you for your support!
The Foundation will have a table set up for Stadium Brick Paver sales at the September 20 and October 4 HTHS Football Games. Look for them!
To order online please visit: www.polarengraving.com/TCSF
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Trussville Public Library to Host ACT Prep Class
The Trussville Library will be hosting an ACT prep class. This two-day ACT Prep session will feature extensive math and grammar review, essay, story problem strategies, and more. Students will need to bring a notebook, pencil, and calculator. The event will be on January 4th from 10:00 to 4:00 and on January 5th from 1:00 to 5:00.
The class will be $43.50 (fees included) per student and it includes a pizza lunch on Saturday.
No refunds or transfers will be issued for cancellations.
Please follow the link to register for the event.
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Spring 2020 Park & Rec Baseball - Registration is now open!
Spring 2020 Baseball - Registration is Now Open
Early Registration December - January 5, 2020 = $140.00
Regular Registration January 6 - February 7, 2020 = $150.00
Late Registration February 8-13, 2020 = $200.00
Age Control Date = April 30, 2020
Register at www.trussvilleparks.org
Evaluations: February 17-22
Practice: March 2-28
Games: March 30 - May 9
All-Star Regional June 4-6
All Star State June 18-20
All Star: 1st watch list = April 7th
2nd watch list = April 21st
All Star Vote = May 5th
3 Weeks of All Star Practice
Contact: Jerard Baker
All Skill Levels!
Opening Week March 30 - April 3
April 4th - Day in the Park