Talladega City Schools Calendar 25-26: The 2025-2026 school year of Talladega City Schools will start on August 11, 2025, with the professional development of teachers from July 31 to August 8, and a workday on August 11. Labor Day comes on the 1st of September, and Fall Break is on the 17 and 20th of October.
Veterans Day is observed on the 11th of November, with the Thanksgiving Holiday being held between the 24th -28 th of November. Winter Break will last between December 22, 2025, and January 2, 2026, and students will come back on January 8, with workdays for teachers on January 5-7. January 16 will provide Martin Luther King Jr. Day and a teacher workday. The Spring Break is held on March 23-27. Students have the final day on May 21, 2026, with early release and report cards sent home, and then the final teacher workday of May 22. Memorial Day is on May 25, 2026.
The Board Approved 2025-2026 School Calendar
Talladega City Schools Calendar 2025-2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Professional Development / Teacher Work Days | July 31 – August 8, 2025 |
| First Day of School for Students | August 11, 2025 |
| Labor Day – No School | September 1, 2025 |
| Report Cards Issued | October 16, 2025 |
| Fall Break – No School | October 17 & 20, 2025 |
| Veterans Day – No School | November 11, 2025 |
| Thanksgiving Break – No School | November 24 – 28, 2025 |
| Early Release (Elem 11:30 AM / Sec 12:00 PM) | December 18, 2025 |
| Teacher Work Day – No Students | December 19, 2025 |
| Winter Break – No School | December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026 |
| Professional Development / Teacher Work Days | January 5 – 7, 2026 |
| Students Return from Winter Break | January 8, 2026 |
| Report Cards Issued | January 16, 2026 |
| Progress Reports Issued | February 13, 2026 |
| MLK Day / Professional Development Day | February 16, 2026 |
| Report Cards Issued | March 20, 2026 |
| Spring Break – No School | March 23 – 27, 2026 |
| Progress Reports Issued | April 17, 2026 |
| Professional Development / Teacher Work Day | April 24, 2026 |
| Last Day for Students / Early Release / Report Cards | May 21, 2026 |
| Last Day for Teachers | May 22, 2026 |
| Memorial Day – Schools Closed | May 25, 2026 |
Talladega City Schools is a public education system carrying on activities in Talladega, Alabama, with an assorted population of students across different campuses spread in Talladega city, which comprises the elementary school campus, middle school, and high school campus. The district is dedicated to high academic achievement and character attainment, and the students are college, career, and life ready. The district provides a successful learning environment, as guided by an innovative teaching style, high community support, and conscientious faculty. All schools focus on high standards, the integration of technology, and student-centered instruction to support the needs of all learners.
2025-2026 Academic Calendar – Talladega City Schools: Besides basic academics, the Talladega City Schools has several thematic activities in the areas of arts, athletics, STEM, and career technical education, allowing children to explore their interests and talents. The district emphasizes the well-being of the student, and it achieves this through counseling services, character education, and extracurricular activities, which aid in emotional and social development. The cooperation with local organizations and local businesses further enhances learning experiences by providing students with an opportunity to learn in the real world. Having a clear vision is a constant enhancement and fairness. Talladega City Schools are committed to ensuring that they help all students achieve their best.
Talladega City Schools Holidays 2025-2026
| Holiday / Break | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| Labor Day | September 1, 2025 |
| Fall Break (No School) | October 17 & 20, 2025 |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2025 |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 24 – 28, 2025 |
| Winter Break | December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026 |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | February 16, 2026 |
| Spring Break | March 23 – 27, 2026 |
| Memorial Day | May 25, 2026 |
Talladega City Schools 2025-2026 Teacher Workdays Calendar
| Date(s) | Event / Description |
|---|---|
| July 31, 2025 | Professional Development Day |
| August 1, 2025 | Professional Development Day |
| August 4–8, 2025 | Professional Development Days |
| August 11, 2025 | Teacher Work Day (Students’ first day also begins) |
| December 19, 2025 | Teacher Work Day before Winter Break |
| January 5–7, 2026 | Professional Development / Teacher Work Days after break |
| February 16, 2026 | Professional Development / Teacher Work Day (MLK Jr. Day) |
| April 24, 2026 | Professional Development / Teacher Work Day |
| May 22, 2026 | Teacher Work Day (After last student day on May 21) |
Notes:
- January 8, 2026, is the first teaching day after Winter Break (school meets January 5-7).
- Martin Luther King Jr. holiday and a workday for teachers. It is a holiday honoring Martin Luther King, Jr., and a workday that teachers must attend on Wednesday, February 16, 2026.
- All facilities in the district are designated as teacher professional learning days, and there will be no students in session on April 24, 2026.
- The final student day of school is on May 21, 2026 (early release), and May 22 is the final teacher workday of the school year.
Talladega City Schools 2025-2026 Bell and Period Schedules
Talladega High School (Grades 9–12)
| Period | Start Time | End Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Period | 8:00 AM | 8:55 AM | 55 min |
| 2nd Period | 8:59 AM | 9:54 AM | 55 min |
| 3rd Period | 9:58 AM | 10:53 AM | 55 min |
| 4th Period (Lunch Block) | 10:59 AM | 12:17 PM | 78 min |
| 5th Period | 12:21 PM | 1:16 PM | 55 min |
| 6th Period | 1:20 PM | 2:15 PM | 55 min |
| 7th Period | 2:20 PM | 3:15 PM | 55 min |
Talladega Career & Technical Center (CTC)
- Start-of-School Bell: 7:35 AM
- 1st Block: 7:40 AM – 8:59 AM (79 min)
- 2nd Block: 9:03 AM – 9:56 AM (53 min)
- 3rd Block: 10:00 AM – 11:21 AM (81 min)
- 4th Block: 11:25 AM – 1:14 PM (109 min)
- 5th Block: 1:18 PM – 2:38 PM (80 min)
- Bus Bell / Car Riders Dismissal: Between 2:38 PM and 2:42 PM
Notes:
- Carroll-style arrival/dismissal: Elementary teachers tend to get to school earlier than students and dismiss at 3:25 PM; junior high and high school dismissals are at 3:00 PM.
- The times may differ a bit among campuses or programs. To give an example, Zora Ellis Junior High bus arrival time is 7:15-7:25 AM, and Talladega High School applies similar bus/car arrival times.
- Special occasions, which include half-day, exam days, or early dismissals, among others, are normally communicated at the school level before the occasion.
Talladega City Schools – Curriculum Overview (2025–26)
Elementary School (Grades K–5)
| Grade Level | Subject Area | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| K–2 | English Language Arts (ELA) | Phonics, vocabulary, reading comprehension, basic writing skills |
| Mathematics | Number sense, addition, subtraction, shapes, patterns | |
| Science | Weather, seasons, plants, animals | |
| Social Studies | Community roles, family, basic geography | |
| 3–5 | ELA | Reading fluency, narrative writing, grammar |
| Mathematics | Multiplication, division, fractions, geometry | |
| Science | Earth science, ecosystems, simple machines | |
| Social Studies | U.S. history, Alabama history, government |
Middle School (Grades 6–8)
| Grade Level | Subject Area | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| 6th | ELA | Literary analysis, research writing |
| Mathematics | Ratios, proportions, basic algebra | |
| Science | Earth science, ecosystems | |
| Social Studies | Ancient civilizations, geography | |
| 7th | ELA | Argumentative writing, poetry |
| Mathematics | Algebraic expressions, geometry | |
| Science | Life science, cells, genetics | |
| Social Studies | Medieval history, world geography | |
| 8th | ELA | Research projects, literary analysis |
| Mathematics | Linear equations, statistics | |
| Science | Physical science, matter, energy | |
| Social Studies | U.S. history, government |
High School (Grades 9–12)
| Grade Level | Subject Area | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| 9th | English 9 | Literary analysis, writing skills |
| Mathematics | Algebra I | |
| Science | Biology | |
| Social Studies | World history | |
| 10th | English 10 | Literary analysis, research writing |
| Mathematics | Geometry | |
| Science | Chemistry | |
| Social Studies | U.S. history | |
| 11th | English 11 | American literature, composition |
| Mathematics | Algebra II | |
| Science | Physics | |
| Social Studies | U.S. history | |
| 12th | English 12 | British literature, advanced composition |
| Mathematics | Pre-calculus, statistics | |
| Science | Advanced science electives | |
| Social Studies | Government, economics |
FAQs
Q: When does the 2025–2026 school year begin and end?
A: Students will go to school on August 11, 2025, and finish on May 21, 2026.
Q: How can I enroll my child in Talladega City Schools?
A: Registration may be done either through the Internet or at the school district office. The necessary documents are proof of residency, a birth certificate, immunization, and previous school records.
Q: What are the official holiday breaks for students?
A: Fall Break, Thanksgiving, Winter Break, Spring Break, Labor Day, Memorial Day, and other federal holidays are major holidays.
Q: Does Talladega City Schools offer transportation for students?
A: Yes, bus transportation is available to those students who qualify under distance and zoning to the school.
Q: How do I access my child’s grades and attendance?
A: Grades and attendance can be seen through the district portal with the help of the school-issued ID and password.
