Tarrant City Schools

10/30/2026

The Wildcats are BACK! 🐾🏀

Your back-to-back regular season area champions return to action next Thursday, November 5th, as we kick off the new season against Altamont! 🔥

Come out and pack the stands as we start another season chasing greatness! We need all the support we can get!

🐾 LET’S GO, WILDCATS!

10/30/2026

💙💛 Happy Principal Appreciation Month to Mr. Randall Jackson!

Today, we're recognizing Mr. Jackson for his leadership and dedication to Tarrant High School! His commitment to student success, supporting staff, and preparing our Wildcats for opportunities beyond the classroom plays an important role in our school community.

Thank you, Mr. Jackson, for your service, leadership, and all you do to make a difference at Tarrant High School! We appreciate you! 🐾💙💛

10/29/2026

📣 Tarrant City Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, October 30.

We hope all of our students, staff, and families have a safe and enjoyable weekend! 💙💛

10/29/2026

🍎 November Breakfast & Lunch Menus 🍽️

Tarrant City Schools families, our November breakfast and lunch menus are available! 📅

Stay informed about what's being served in our school cafeterias throughout the month by viewing the menus on our district website.

🔗 View the menus here:
https://www.tarrant.k12.al.us/departments/child-nutrition/menus-meal-prices

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Menus & Meal Prices - Tarrant City

10/28/2026

💙💛 Happy Principal Appreciation Month to Dr. Bianca Moore!

We're proud to recognize Dr. Moore for her leadership and dedication to Tarrant Intermediate School! Her commitment to supporting students, encouraging staff, and fostering a school environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow makes a difference each day.

Thank you, Dr. Moore, for your hard work and continued commitment to our Wildcat family! We appreciate you! 🐾💙💛

10/26/2026

💙💛 Happy Principal Appreciation Month to Mrs. Shana Brown!

Today, we're celebrating Mrs. Brown and the leadership she brings to Tarrant Elementary School! Her dedication to our youngest Wildcats and commitment to creating a positive learning environment help build the foundation for their future success.

Thank you, Mrs. Brown, for all you do for our students, staff, and families! We appreciate you! 🐾💙💛

10/22/2026

10/22/2026

We have been deeply touched by the outpouring of love and support for Coach K and his family. Many community members have reached out asking how they can make a donation to the Tarrant High School baseball program in his honor.

For those who wish to contribute, donations can be made through the link below. Your generosity will help support our student-athletes while honoring Coach K's lasting impact on our school and community.

🔗 Donate here: https://gofan.co/event/6987496?schoolId=AL2331&utm_source=GoFan&utm_medium=qrcode&utm_campaign=HQEventLink

Thank you for helping us carry on his legacy. Once a Wildcat, always a Wildcat. 💙💛

10/19/2026

💙💛 Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Mark Kniphfer “Coach K” 💙💛

Some people leave a mark on our lives that time can never erase. Coach K was one of those people.

More than a teacher and coach, he was a mentor, a friend, and a familiar face who meant so much to so many. His impact reaches far beyond the classrooms and hallways of Tarrant City Schools, and his legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched.

We invite everyone who knew and loved Coach K to join us as we come together to share memories, celebrate his life, and honor the difference he made in our Wildcat family.

📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Tarrant High School – Competition Gym
91 Black Creek Road, Tarrant, AL 35217

🐾 Help Us Remember Coach K

Every person who knew Coach K has a story, a memory, or a moment that made him special. We would love for you to share yours.

Whether it's a favorite photo, a funny story, a few heartfelt words, or a short video, your memories will help us celebrate the person he was and the legacy he leaves behind.

💙 Share your memories here:
https://sendtodrive.com/p/w0Akj_OHhIz-E1WX

Though our hearts are heavy, we hope to fill the evening with the stories, smiles, and memories that remind us just how fortunate we were to have Coach K as part of our lives.

Once a Wildcat, Always a Wildcat. 💙💛🐾

10/17/2026

Dear Tarrant School Family,

It is with heavy hearts that I share the sad news of the passing of our beloved teacher/coach/Athletic Director, Coach K, who passed away last night. This is a heartbreaking loss for our school community, and our thoughts and prayers are with Coach K’s family, friends, colleagues, students, and all those whose lives were touched by his presence.

Coach K was an important part of our school community, and his passing will be deeply felt by many. We recognize that everyone processes grief differently, and we want our school community to know that support is available. Ministers and grief counselors will be available next week to provide comfort, guidance, and support to students and staff as we navigate this difficult time. Let us continue to show compassion, care, and kindness to one another as we support those who are grieving.

As a school community, we mourn together, support one another, and honor the memory of Coach K.

With deepest sympathy,
Sherlene McDonald