
Mrs. Grants first grade class celebrated Reindeer Day. They had several fun activities throughout the day that included making reindeer hats, completing a directed drawing of a reindeer, making reindeer food, and even watching live reindeer at the North Pole on Santa’s reindeer cam.








Last day before Christmas break/Christmas concert at TJHS.








The teachers at TJHS had some holiday fun by decorating their doors for the season. The teachers had a fun time decorating with students, and they enjoyed seeing the holiday cheer around the school.
1st Place - Officer Beaman
2nd Place - Mr. Nieves
3rd Place - Mrs. Tyler
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TJHS Sunshine Committee held fun activities for teachers. These activities included a cookie exchange, ornament decorating, and a fun Christmas party.

The students in Mrs. Klingler's class crafted reindeer headbands and attached CVC words to them. They then created a list and walked around, trying to identify all the CVC words as part of their reindeer games.


Central Pre-K teachers are preparing for a fun day of Christmas programs today.


Happy Holidays and Winter Break
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We hope this letter finds you well as we approach the holiday season.
On behalf of the Taylorville School District staff, we would like to wish you and your family a joyous and peaceful holiday season.
As a reminder, our winter break begins on December 23 and will conclude on January 6.. School will resume on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.
We look forward to welcoming our students back to school refreshed and ready to learn.
Happy Holidays!
Sincerely,
Brandi Bruley
Superintendent
TCUSD 3


Congratulations to our top Texas Roadhouse gift card sellers, Ella Neighbors and Grant Mitchell! They were awarded a Walmart gift card for their outstanding efforts. Thank you to all the students and families who participated in the PTO fundraiser—we appreciate your support!


The 2nd floor teachers at THS feeling festive. Finishing off the first semester with some holiday fun!

Taylorville High School December Students of the Month.
L to R: Senior - Logan Henry, Junior - Liam Layne, Sophomore - Gavin Vacker, Freshman - Abigail Wamsley, with People's Bank and Trust Representative Nicole Maloley


Students from Mrs Hubbartt's and Ms. Jett's 4th grade class have been busy making holiday placemats for Meals on Wheels!





Mark your calendars for the TMH Walking Challenge starting January 2nd. It's a great way to stay active and healthy after the holiday season!


Miss McCallister’s third grade class participated in a gingerbread house stem activity! They had to purchase their material and stay in budget. Then, their groups created a masterpiece that could fit their gingerbread man inside. Their house had to stand with gust winds via the hair dryer! We had three groups build a rock solid gingerbread house! Congratulations to The Christmas Elves, Peppermint Pals and Santa’s Little Helpers!











"Finals are upon us, but the magic of the holidays is just around the corner! 🎄✨ We want to wish our high school students the best of luck on their final exams!
To our incredible high school students: Remember to pace yourselves, prioritize your well-being, and know that all your hard work will pay off. You've got this! 💪 We're rooting for you!"


We enjoyed a full day of Polar Express activities! We listened to the story, transformed our desks into a Polar Express train, answered comprehension questions, practiced alphabetical order, created a train through a math color-by-number activity, and ended the day with hot cocoa while watching The Polar Express movie.



Some of our festive dress up days so far at Memorial!





THS 3rd floor are the Jolliest Bunch of Teachers at THS.
Making the last week of school merry!


Weekly Verse 4 Join FCA on Wednesday mornings at 7:45 for breakfast and a devotional! Photograph by Marley Dively


Mark your calendars for the TMH Walking Challenge starting January 2nd. It's a great way to stay active and healthy after the holiday season!


Welcome to TCUSD 3, Mr. Stile Smith. Mr. Smith will join the district as TJHS principal next fall.
I am originally from Centralia, IL and I graduated from Centralia High School in 2008. I completed my Bachelor of Science in English Education in 2012 from Southern Illinois University Carbondale and my Master of Arts in Educational Leadership from the University of Illinois-Springfield in 2024. I began my teaching career in 2012, and I spent my first 11 years at Taylorville High School as a high school ELA teacher. During my time in Taylorville, I also served as JV/7th grade boys basketball coach, JV softball coach, and student council advisor. Since 2023, I have served as the Junior High Assistant Principal and District Athletic Director in the Pana School District.
I have called Taylorville my home since beginning my teaching career in 2012. I met my wife, Whitney, a few months after moving here. We were married in July of 2014, and we now have four beautiful children: Hayva (8), Sawyer (6), Adalyn (3) and Hollyn (Born Oct. 18). While I'm not originally from Taylorville, it has become my home over the past 12 and a half years and I'm so thrilled to return to the district to lead an amazing junior high staff and student population.

