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![New Bus Stop Location Information for Valley Hills]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726775705/tcssnet/gs4whsieert4sannkqko/TCSSlogo.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726775705/tcssnet/gs4whsieert4sannkqko/TCSSlogo.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726775705/tcssnet/gs4whsieert4sannkqko/TCSSlogo.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726775705/tcssnet/gs4whsieert4sannkqko/TCSSlogo.png","width":1108}])
Please see important information about bus stop location changes for students who live in Valley Hills and ride bus numbers 51, 12, and 175.
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![Dr. Daniel Bray Selected as Next Superintendent of Tuscaloosa County School System]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763686863/tcssnet/fmhg3fftwf2l2hc3rjmm/Braythumbnailimage.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763686863/tcssnet/fmhg3fftwf2l2hc3rjmm/Braythumbnailimage.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763686863/tcssnet/fmhg3fftwf2l2hc3rjmm/Braythumbnailimage.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763686863/tcssnet/fmhg3fftwf2l2hc3rjmm/Braythumbnailimage.png","width":1108}])
The Tuscaloosa County Board of Education has selected Dr. Daniel Bray as the next Superintendent of the Tuscaloosa County School System.
Dr. Bray has served as TCSS Director of Secondary Curriculum and Instruction since 2021.
Dr. Bray’s appointment to the position of Superintendent is effective Friday, November 21.
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![TCSS Rises One Point on State Report Card, Posts Highest-Ever Grad Rate]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1711046916/tcssnet/duncruznfoac1edffoof/tcss-logo-graphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1711046916/tcssnet/duncruznfoac1edffoof/tcss-logo-graphic.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1711046916/tcssnet/duncruznfoac1edffoof/tcss-logo-graphic.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1711046916/tcssnet/duncruznfoac1edffoof/tcss-logo-graphic.png","width":910}]){kind=logo}
TCSS has earned a system-level grade of B on this year’s Alabama State Education Report, up one point over last year and up five points over the past two years.
Over half of our schools gained points on their overall school scores, several moving up a letter grade. No schools dropped in their letter grade score.
For the second year in a row, TCSS posted its highest-ever graduation rate, with 92.44 percent of students graduating within four years of entering high school.
The Tuscaloosa County Board of Education will hold finalist interviews for the position of Superintendent on November 4 and 5, 2025.
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The Tuscaloosa County School System is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Superintendent. Candidates must be committed to student achievement and building on the current educational foundation and accomplishments achieved and established over the past several years.
Deadline for receipt of applications is 5 pm CST on October 14, 2025.
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After five years serving as Superintendent of the Tuscaloosa County School System, Dr. Keri Johnson is stepping down to pursue another opportunity.
Upon learning of Dr. Johnson’s upcoming departure, Tuscaloosa County Board of Education President Bill Squires expressed his gratitude to Dr. Johnson for her service. He also said information will be shared as soon as possible, regarding a search for the next Superintendent of the Tuscaloosa County School System.
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![New Alabama law on cell phones, smart watches in effect for 2025-2026 school year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753808862/tcssnet/nmh6sn1idjf9o7zyvbqm/cell-phone-policy-icon.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1753808862/tcssnet/nmh6sn1idjf9o7zyvbqm/cell-phone-policy-icon.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1753808862/tcssnet/nmh6sn1idjf9o7zyvbqm/cell-phone-policy-icon.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753808862/tcssnet/nmh6sn1idjf9o7zyvbqm/cell-phone-policy-icon.png","width":910}]){kind=icon}
Earlier this year, the Alabama Legislature passed a law that prohibits students from using wireless communication devices during the instructional day in Alabama public schools. Learn about what this new law means for students in the Tuscaloosa County School System.
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Beginning in the 2025-2026 school year, Tuscaloosa County School System is proud to partner with K12, part of the Stride Inc. family, to launch Legends Virtual Academy (LVA)—a full-time, tuition-free online public school for students across Alabama!
![Bus Driver & Bus Aide Interest Meeting Tuesday, May 6, 6:30 pm]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746221074/tcssnet/anbslqyn3xqlhfddmdgn/Schoolbuswebsitethumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746221074/tcssnet/anbslqyn3xqlhfddmdgn/Schoolbuswebsitethumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746221074/tcssnet/anbslqyn3xqlhfddmdgn/Schoolbuswebsitethumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746221074/tcssnet/anbslqyn3xqlhfddmdgn/Schoolbuswebsitethumbnail.png","width":1108}])
The Tuscaloosa County School System has immediate opportunities for bus drivers and bus aides. We invite you to an interest meeting to learn more about becoming a TCSS Bus Driver or Bus Aide.
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