TASPA Weekly Updates
January 30- February 3, 2023
Dear TASPA Community,
We hope you had an enjoyable weekend. Parents, please read on for all important information that includes the TASPA community and Tuscaloosa City Schools district.
Thank you,
TASPA Family
TASPA Mission, Vision, and Core Values
Our Mission: To utilize arts integration to develop creative and critical thinkers equipped with the ability to reach full potential in a positive, safe and nurturing learning environment.
Our Vision: To enhance the quality of life for all students and develop creative learners by providing a deeper understanding of all subjects through arts integration.
TASPA Core Values:
- Respect
- Creativity
- Effective Communication
- Perseverance
- Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
2022-2023 SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT GOALS AND STRATEGIES
2023-2024 School Calendar
The Tuscaloosa City School Board approved the calendar for the 2023-24 year, after receiving input from parents and employees.
The first day of school for students will begin on Aug. 9, 2023.
To see a copy of the 2023-24 calendar, go to https://www.tuscaloosacityschools.com/calendar#calendar7130/20230125/month
Specialty school applications deadline Jan. 31!
Is your child interested in attending Tuscaloosa Magnet School Elementary or Tuscaloosa Magnet School Middle, middle school at the Alberta School of Performing Arts, the IB program at Central High School or the Fine Arts Academy at Bryant High School? If so, remember to apply by 3 p.m. on Jan. 31!
Apply today! https://tcs-specialty-program.lfdmypick.com/application/4
Interested in Pre-K? Registration deadline is March 1!
Early registration for Pre-K will open January 15th and close March 1st , 2023 at 10:00am. The lottery will take place on Friday, March 3, 2023 at 8:30am at the central office.
Children must be four before September 1 and live in the Tuscaloosa City School zone to qualify. Children in our Pre-k program must be:
- Fully toilet-trained. Pullups are not acceptable.
- Parents must provide proof of residence, an up-to-date immunization card, and birth certificate when accepted into the program.
- Bus transportation is not provided for our Pre-k students. Parents are responsible for drop-off and pick-up each day.
Apply here: https://prek.alaceed.alabama.gov/
For more information, read the Pre-K handbook.
Kindergarten registration time!
Do you have a child who will be in kindergarten during the 2023-24 school year? If so, it's time to register for kindergarten!
To enroll a student for kindergarten in the Tuscaloosa City Schools, the following is needed:
- Proof of birth/birth certificate
- Students must be 5 years on or before September 1 to enter kindergarten.
- Proofs of residence: Copy of lease or mortgage in parent's name; Copy of 2 current utility bills in the parent's name
- State of Alabama Current Immunization Form (Blue Card)
All documents must show the address of the physical residence and name of the parent or custodian. P.O. boxes are not acceptable.
For more info or to start the registration process, go to: https://www.tuscaloosacityschools.com/enrollment
Shout Out- 5th Grade TASPA Stars!
TASPA Celebrates 101 days of school
What is your E? Enrollment, Enlistment or Employment
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, January 31, 2023- 80's & 90's Hip Hop PBIS Celebration
We will have our monthly PBIS Celebration on January 31, 2022
Here are the requirements for students to attend:
- Students who have exhibited demonstration of our core values: Perseverance, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Effective Communication, Creativity and Respect.
- No discipline referrals for the month of January.
- No infractions in special areas (P.E., Art, Music, Library).
- Student has no in-class disruptions for the month of January.
Parents please be sure to remind your students to always display positive behavior while at school. A great way to support our students is to allow them to practice positive behavior at home and in other social settings.
Reviewing our TCS code of conduct with your child is very important to us as school leaders, teachers and students to ensure we maintain a safe, secure and positive learning environment.
National School Counselor's Week Feb. 6-10
Coin Drop- Benefitting American Heart Association: February 6-17 2023
Students will turn all money into their classroom teacher.
The class that raises the most money will receive a pizza party.
Kindness Week: February 13-17
No School: Monday, February 20
PTA Black History Month Presentation with Performances by our 3rd-5th Grade Students: Thursday, February 23 at 6:00pm
Updates and Reminders
Order Your Yearbook Today!
Attendance Matters
Parents,
It is critical that students attend school every day. If your child is going to be absent, please send a note. Please note that you have 5 parent excuses per year. Once those are used, a doctor's note will be required. If that is not provided, they will count as unexcused absences.
If you have any questions about attendance, check-ins, and/or tardies, please contact our front office at 205-759-3564.
Just a reminder our school day begins at 7:55 and concludes at 2:40. If your child arrives to school after 7:55 a.m., a parent, guardian, or whoever brought the child to school MUST sign them in at the front office.
For the week of of Jan. 23-26, The Alberta School of Performing Arts had an 92.2% average daily attendance rate.
Let's increase our numbers by ensuring that students are in school each and everyday!
TASPA Arrival and Dismissal Procedures- Updates
Parents will no longer be allowed to drop off in the parking lot during morning arrival or park to pick students in the afternoon
Let's work together ensure our dismissal process remains SAFE and QUICK. If your child is a car rider, you must pick him/her up through the carpool line. We will not allow parents to walk up and pick up students assigned as car riders. To help us get you in and out of the carpool lane quickly, please remember your carpool tag. Complete the car tag with the name (first and last) and grade level of each child riding with you and place the tag on your dash near the windshield (on the passenger side) upon arriving on campus. We appreciate your assistance in keeping our TASPA Stars safe! BOTH LANES ARE OPEN FOR MORNING DROP OFF AND AFTERNOON PICK UP.
THANK YOU,
TASPA ADMINISTRATION
Office Hours
Our front office hours are from 8:00am-3:00pm, Monday through Friday. Please ring the bell at the front door for assistance.
If you have questions or need assistance please contact your child's teacher or our school leaders: Chenale Taylor-Maye Principal-cmtaylor@tusc.k12.al.us and , Assistant Principal-Pressly Albritton- palbritton@tusc.k12.al.us
RELATIONSHIPS ARE IMPORTANT HERE AT TASPA
Sincerely,
Mrs. Taylor-Maye
Our PTA is Here to Support You!
Please stay connected to our PTA by following them on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/The-Alberta-School-of-Performing-Arts-PTA-100842384656128/
Use this link to pay your PTA membership dues and manage your account: https://taspa.memberhub.store/.
Follow Us- Where Learning Takes Place Each and Every Day
Email: cmtaylor@tusc.k12.al.us
Website: https://www.tuscaloosacityschools.com/taspa
Location: 2700 University Blvd E, Tuscaloosa, AL, USA
Phone: 205-759-3564
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1TASPA/
Twitter: @TASPA_TCS