Southside Middle School
Empower, Engage, Inspire
Tallassee City Schools is closely monitoring weather conditions. At this time, schools will operate on a regular schedule tomorrow, Friday, October 9. We will communicate any updates as needed.
October 8, 2026
The football game has been moved to Thursday. Our 8th graders will still perform, just a day earlier. Here is how things will change:Practice tomorrow will still start at 3:45pm. The 8th graders wi...
October 7, 2026
October 6, 2026
October 6, 2026
October 3, 2026
We’re celebrating the dedicated leaders who make our schools great places to learn, grow, and succeed. We’re so thankful for all they do each day for our students, staff, and the entire Tallassee C...
October 2, 2026
Congratulations to our SMS Students of the Month! We are proud to recognize these Tigers for their hard work, positive attitudes, and the example they set for others each day. Keep up the great wor...
October 1, 2026
Congratulations to our SMS Employee of the Month, Mrs. Rikki! Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and commitment to making Southside Middle School a great place for our students and staff. We...
October 1, 2026
September 30, 2026
September 29, 2026
September 23, 2026
SMS students visited the library to celebrate International Dot Day! Inspired by The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds, students were encouraged to embrace their creativity, believe in themselves, and make ...
September 17, 2026
This school year, our students are enjoying hydroponic romaine lettuce grown right here in Alabama! A big thank you to Extreme Green Farms in Auburn for providing locally grown lettuce to our schoo...
September 16, 2026
September 16, 2026
September 14, 2026
September 2026 At Tallassee City Schools, educating children successfully means caring for the whole child. Mental and emotional wellness affects how students learn, build relationships, handle cha...
September 14, 2026
The Family Engagement Educator Team (FEET) would like to thank TES for hosting a great event last night! We covered Title I Information, Alabama Literacy Act Information, and enjoyed performances b...
September 11, 2026
September 10, 2026
September 4, 2026
Congratulations to our Southside Middle School August Students of the Month:⭐ Corey Smith⭐ Miya Patel⭐ Nadiah Williams⭐ Kimbrel Jones
September 4, 2026
Congratulations to Ms. Angela Taylor, Southside Middle School’s Tiger of the Month for August 2026! We appreciate her dedication, dependability, and positive impact on SMS. SMS Strong! 💜💛🐯
September 4, 2026
Congratulations to Mrs. Lori Hornsby! She is the Tallassee City Schools Paraprofessional of the Month for August 2026. Mrs. Hornsby has over 20 years experience in special education at Tallassee Ci...
September 2, 2026
The Tallassee City School System is launching its annual campaign to assist children—birth to age 21—who have disabilities and may need special services. The campaign urges parents, service provide...
September 1, 2026
Students across TCS have been enjoying sweet, locally grown Alabama watermelons! A big thank you to C&J Farms for providing this fresh, healthy, and delicious taste of Alabama to our students! ...
August 26, 2026
August 26, 2026
August 26, 2026
We will celebrate College Colors Day next Thursday, September 3rd, across all Tallassee City Schools campuses! We encourage everyone to wear their favorite college colors as we celebrate future pos...
August 25, 2026
Congratulations to our 7th Grade History Teacher, Ms. Miller, for being selected as a recipient for the Guardian Credit Union Grant this year! She plans to use the funds to bring history to life fo...
August 25, 2026
Extra! Extra! Read All About It! Tallassee City Schools is proud to share an outstanding accomplishment! Through the diligence and commitment of Tallassee Elementary School’s teachers and leaders, ...
August 20, 2026
August 19, 2026
August 14, 2026
A healthy breakfast fuels the brain and gives students the energy they need to stay focused, engaged, and ready to learn! Start the day strong with a nutritious school breakfast! You can find menus...
August 11, 2026
August 10, 2026
August 10, 2026
August 10, 2026
August 10, 2026
What a great way to kick off a new school year at TCS!Yesterday’s Institute Day was a wonderful time for our TCS family to come together, reconnect, and get inspired for the year ahead!A special th...
August 6, 2026
We are excited to welcome everyone to Open House at all three schools today from 3:00–6:00 p.m.!Meet your teachers, find your classrooms, receive transportation information, and kick off the 2026–2...
August 6, 2026
🎉 Welcome back, SMS teachers! 🎉Today marks the first day back, and we couldn't be more excited to welcome the greatest faculty on Earth! Your dedication, passion, and commitment to our students are...
August 3, 2026
August 3, 2026
August 3, 2026
July 30, 2026
Good evening, Tallassee City Schools! Please see the reminders below regarding iPad pick up and registration assistance this week at the Career Tech Center. We look forward to seeing you!
July 28, 2026
July 27, 2026
July 27, 2026
Returning Student RegistrationWe hope you’re having a wonderful week! As Tallassee City Schools prepares for the new school year, all returning students must complete PowerSchool registration.Regis...
July 23, 2026
The Tallassee City Board of Education's monthly meeting will be held at the THS Career Tech Center tonight, July 21st at 6:00 PM. Please visit https://www.tcschools.com/board-of-education for more ...
July 21, 2026
The first day of school is almost here, and we're excited to welcome our students back for another great year!Please see the attached 2026–2027 Back-to-School Dates & Information Flyer for impo...
July 9, 2026
Tallassee City Schools will continue participating in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2026-2027 school year - meaning every student can receive a free breakfast and lunch each day...
July 1, 2026
July 1, 2026
July 1, 2026
Good morning, Tallassee City Schools! We hope you are enjoying a wonderful summer, and we are preparing for a great year at TCS! For your planning purposes, we have provided the 26-27 calendar as w...
July 1, 2026
We are now accepting sealed bids for CNP Surplus Equipment. More information can be found at CNP Surplus Equipment Bid 2026.
June 17, 2026
Do you ever wonder what's going on in our schools during the summer? Learning, of course!Literacy camp, numeracy camp, credit recovery, credit advancement, and dual enrollment are just a few of the...
June 11, 2026
June 11, 2026
Tallassee City Schools is proud to celebrate our very own Dr. Daniel Free, who was recognized as the Alabama FFA Central District Advisory of the Year during the opening session of the 98th Alabama...
June 11, 2026
June 9, 2026
The Tallassee City School System is launching its annual campaign to assist children—birth to age 21—who have disabilities and may need special services. The campaign urges parents, service provide...
June 2, 2026
June 1, 2026
June 1, 2026
We are now accepting sealed bids for CNP Large Equipment. More information can be found at CNP Large Equipment Bid.
May 28, 2026
May 22, 2026
Summer feeding meals will be available during the summer learning sessions for children 18 & under. Children must eat on-site.
May 22, 2026
May 21, 2026
May 20, 2026
Tallassee City Schools' Family Engagement Educator Team (FEET) would like to thank everyone who joined us for a fun-filled event on Monday evening as we POP into Summer! We welcomed over 400 incred...
May 20, 2026
May 20, 2026
May 18, 2026
We hope to see you on Monday evening as we POP into Summer with F.E.E.T.! We have incredible giveaways, bounce houses, popsicles, and games for the whole family! Come join us!
May 13, 2026
May 11, 2026
Today we recognize the dedicated school nurses who care for our students with kindness, skill, and patience. Whether it’s a quick check-up, a listening ear, or a reassuring presence, you make a dif...
May 6, 2026
Tuesday, May 5th marked a great evening of recognition. Several Tallassee High School students were honored as some of Elmore County’s outstanding Christian athletes and leaders at the 22nd Annual ...
May 6, 2026
🍎✨ Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! ✨🍎This week, we celebrate the incredible educators who inspire, support, and guide our children every single day. Your dedication, patience, and passion make a l...
May 4, 2026
We’d like to extend our sincere thanks to the following local businesses for helping us celebrate our School Lunch Heroes this week. Your generosity and support mean so much to our team: First Comm...
May 1, 2026
Today we celebrate our amazing School Lunch Heroes! 🍎🥪Thank you to our dedicated Child Nutrition Program team for keeping our students nourished, cared for, and ready to learn each day. We apprecia...
May 1, 2026
April 28, 2026
Today we want to give a big THANK YOU to the incredible people who keep our students safe on the road every single day—our school bus drivers 🚌💛Rain or shine, early mornings and long afternoons, yo...
April 28, 2026
April 23, 2026
New to Tallassee or starting kindergarten? Pre-Register your student for the 2026-2027 School Year Today!Enrollment Requirements: Should be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026 Copy of Birth ...
April 23, 2026
The Returning Student Registration is now open in the PowerSchool Parent Portal for all returning Tallassee City Schools students. All parents/guardians must complete the Returning Student Registra...
April 23, 2026
We are proud to celebrate and recognize our amazing Administrative Assistants and Secretaries at Tallassee City Schools! They are the heart of our schools, keeping everything organized and running ...
April 23, 2026
At Tuesday’s Tallassee City Schools Board of Education meeting, Tallassee Elementary School’s Purple Ambassadors were recognized for their dedication and commitment to academic excellence. Sponsor ...
April 23, 2026
Tallassee High School Athletic Director and Head Football Coach has been named! Welcome, Coach Eric Folmar! We look forward to your leadership and drive for Tallassee Athletics!
April 21, 2026
The Tallassee City Board of Education's monthly meeting will be held at the THS Career Tech Center tonight, April 21st at 5:30 PM. Please visit https://www.tcschools.com/board-of-education for more...
April 21, 2026
Today we’re excited to recognize our Chief School Financial Officer and School Bookkeepers!Our school bookkeepers play a vital role every day, keeping things organized and running seamlessly behind...
April 21, 2026
April 16, 2026
Happy National Assistant Principals Week!We want to thank our TCS Assistant Principals for their leadership, dedication, and the countless ways they support our students, staff, and schools each da...
April 7, 2026
Thank you, TCS Librarians! You do so much more than manage books. You inspire a love of reading, teach research and digital skills, support our teachers, and create spaces where students can learn ...
April 7, 2026
Congratulations to the 2026 THS Joe Sewell Senior Finalists and Freshmen Nominees!The purpose of the Joe Sewell Memorial Award is to recognize outstanding high school senior athletes who have consi...
April 2, 2026
The THS Lady Tigers Softball Team appreciates the amazing local businesses that support our program!
March 11, 2026
Kelly Substitute of the Month - January 2026We are excited to announce that Tonia Caton has been selected as our January 2026 Substitute of the Month!Here’s what THS had to share about Ms. Caton:“T...
March 2, 2026
The Tallassee City School System is launching its annual campaign to assist children—birth to age 21—who have disabilities and may need special services. The campaign urges parents, service provide...
March 2, 2026
Celebrating Excellence at Tallassee City Schools! At Tuesday night’s TCS Board of Education meeting, we were proud to recognize our Teachers of the Year and Support Staff of the Year from across th...
February 19, 2026
All students and families in Tallassee City Schools are welcome to come to Tallassee Elementary School for our FREE event. The event is for the whole school district. It is called "Meet the Tigers"...
August 27, 2025
Student Schedules & TES Homerooms are NOW AVAILABLE! Parents and students can now view schedules and TES homeroom teachers by logging into the PowerSchool Parent or Student Portal.🔗 Sign in at...
July 24, 2025
📢 Reminder: iPad Pickup & Registration Help Today!iPad pickup for 5th–12th grade students is happening today (7/23/25) from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM📍 Career Tech Center – 302 Gilmer Avenue, Tallassee...
July 23, 2025
