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Tuscaloosa City Schools proposes district-run virtual program for fall 2026 with application thresholds
Summary
Tuscaloosa City Schools presented a plan to launch a district-operated virtual learning program in fall 2026, staffed by TCS employees, capped at 250 students and contingent on application thresholds (300 applications by Feb. 27; minimum launch of 125 enrollees). Details on eligibility, schedules and costs remain under development.
Tuscaloosa City Schools presented an information report proposing a district-operated virtual learning program to begin in fall 2026 for students who reside in the TCS attendance zone. Staff said the program would not function as a separate school of record; students would remain enrolled at their home school while receiving instruction from dedicated TCS staff.
The presenter said the program will be staffed by district employees and not outsourced. "Our people will teach our students," the presenter said, emphasizing a blend of live instruction and asynchronous learning rather than independent study. The district…
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