
Check out ACS Facebook and Instagram platforms for more content on the 2025 United Track and Field Day held at Thompson High School!


2025 Rising Senior Night + College/Career/Military Fair / almost 50 outside organizations represented!







Prom 2025 was a success!





Today we hosted the ACS Champions Craft Academy Career Fair! There were 15 vendors across many different trades that met with our students today. This was a great opportunity for our students to meet with employers!

Congratulations to Javier Soto, Kelly Guevara, Michael Wilder Jr. and Mason Garrett on being selected as our March Employees of the Month for Commercial Electrical, HVAC, Interior/Exterior Finishes, and Welding!


CCA Transition Specialist Mr. Jayden Kidd spoke with seniors today who are interested in full time jobs in construction. He worked with them on their interview and conversation skills to prepare them for the upcoming Construction Career Fair on April 3rd! If your senior student is interested in a full time career in construction after graduation, please email our Career Coach, Mrs. Cardwell for more information. Kathryn.Cardwell@acsboe.org


🎶 The Alabama Symphony Orchestra (ASO) brought music to THS today! 🎻✨
We were honored to host ASO on campus for their annual educational outreach program. Our THS Performing Arts students—including band, choir, theatre, dance, color guard, and majorettes—had the incredible opportunity to experience their breathtaking performance.
Thank you, ASO, for an unforgettable show! 🎼


ACS Board of Education approves 2025-2026 School Year Calendar
Some of the key dates include:
Warrior Day: August 1, 2025
First Day of School: August 7, 2025
Thanksgiving: November 24-28, 2025
Christmas Break: December 19-31, 2025 & Jan. 1-2, 2026
Start of Second Semester: January 6, 2026
Spring Break: March 23-27, 2026
Graduation: May 19, 2026
Last Day of School Year: May 21, 2026
To view the full calendar:
https://www.acsboe.org/article/2085058

🌟✨ Project Prom 2025 ✨🌟
🚨 Today’s the LAST DAY to donate! 🚨
Thompson DECA is still collecting new or gently used formal dresses & suits of any size to help make prom dreams come true! 💃🕺
📍 Drop off in Room E104 or the THS front office by the end of the day!
Let’s make a difference together! 💖


Congratulations to Emma Claire Lamar and Noah Bruce who were recently selected into the prestigious 2025 Statewide High School Juried Art Show. Their work will be on display at the Shelby County Arts Council building in Columbiana from March 17 to April 27. There will be a closing reception and awards presented on April 27.


📢 Attention Juniors! 📢
Mark your calendars! 🗓️ On Tuesday, March 11, all juniors will take the ACT + Writing. ✍️📖
Make sure to get a good night's sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and bring everything you need for test day. You got this! 💪✨


🎉 FCCLA Success! 🎉
Our FCCLA students represented Thompson High School at the State Convention in Montgomery and brought home some amazing awards! 🏆
🏅 Silver – Professional Presentation
🥉 Bronze – Teach and Train
We are so proud of their hard work and dedication! 👏👏


🐰🥚🌸 Get ready for an egg-citing event! 🌸🥚🐰
Join us for the Easter Egg Hunt hosted by the Alabaster Lions Club & Leo Club! 🎉
📅 Date: Saturday, April 12
⏰ Time: 9:30 - 11:30 AM
📍 Location: Thompson High School Courtyard, 1925 Warrior Parkway, Alabaster, AL
✨ Fun for all ages! ✨
🐣 Egg hunts for multiple age groups
🎨 Crafts & face painting
💙 All proceeds benefit Leo Club service projects!
🎟️ Admission: Just $7 per person! Bring your basket!
📲 Scan the QR code in the flyer to purchase tickets!
Tag your friends & family and spread the word! Let’s make this Easter egg-stra special! 🐇💐


Our Health Science students represented Thompson High School in a big way at the HOSA State Leadership Conference in Montgomery!
🥇 1st PLACE STATE CHAMPIONS 🥇
🎉 Kaitlyn Burnett – Patient Care Technician
🎉 Tanner Reid – Pharmacy Science
👏 Top 6 in the State 👏
🔹 Taylor Wells – Nutrition
🔹 Kaden White – Pathophysiology
We are incredibly proud of their hard work, dedication, and passion for healthcare! 💉💊


🚨 Attention Rising Juniors & Seniors! 🚨
Are you interested in graduating a semester or even a whole year early? Join us for the Early Grad Meeting TONIGHT , Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at 6 PM in the Warrior Café to learn everything you need to know!
📌 A parent or guardian must attend with you!
Don’t miss this important opportunity to plan for your future! 🎓


Today, Thompson High School seniors had the incredible opportunity to participate in mock interviews with industry and corporate leaders, helping them prepare for future job and college interviews! 🙌
Students gained valuable insights, including:
✅ How to confidently present themselves in a professional setting
✅ The importance of strong communication and body language
✅ How to effectively answer common interview questions
✅ Tips on resume building and making a lasting first impression
A huge thank you to all the professionals who took the time to mentor our seniors and provide real-world advice! This experience will set them up for success as they take the next steps in their careers and education.


🎶❄️ Join Us for the Thompson Winter Classic! ❄️🎶
Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 1st and come experience an incredible day of percussion and guard performances at the Thompson Winter Classic! 🥁✨
📍 THS Arena
💲 Admission: $12.00
⏰ Doors Open: 9:00 AM
🔥 Thompson Performance Times:
🥁 Thompson Indoor Percussion – 10:14 AM
🎭 Thompson SRA – 7:00 PM
🌟 Thompson SA – 8:11 PM


Today, we were honored to host our Black History Month Program, recognizing the rich history and impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)! 🎓✨
Students had the opportunity to learn about the legacy, culture, and excellence of HBCUs and how they have shaped leaders across generations. The program was a powerful reminder of the importance of education, perseverance, and community.
Thank you to everyone who made this event possible! 💙❤️





🎉 Congratulations to THS Deca! 🎉
We are beyond proud of how well they represented Thompson High School over the past two days at state competition this week. Their hard work, dedication, and professionalism truly shined. ✨
We’re thrilled to announce the winners who will be advancing to the International Competition! 🌍🏆
🥇 1st Place
🏅 Ava, Dylan & Carlie – Community Giving
🏅 Isabella, Simone & Addie – Sales Project
🏅 Aiden – Business Finance
🏅 Jackson – Business Services Management
🥈 2nd Place
🥈 Morgan, Brooklyn & Kaelci – Business Solutions Project
🥈 Catherine, Cooper & Emma – Community Awareness Project
🥈 Akaree & Kamey – Sales Project
🥉 3rd Place
🥉 Kassidy – Restaurant & Food Service Management
🎖️ 4th Place
🎖️ John – Hotel & Lodging Management
🎖️ Elise & Locke – Hospitality Services
A huge congratulations to all our competitors! 🎊 We can’t wait to see what’s next for our Warriors on the international stage! 🔥💪


🎉 Congratulations to our FTA Chapter! 🎉
We are excited to share that Thompson High School’s FTA Chapter Scrapbook earned 2nd place in the State Competition! 🏆👏
A huge shoutout to Felicia Smith for her dedication and guidance, and to all the students who contributed to this incredible achievement! We are so proud of our FTA Chapter for their hard work and creativity! 🎓📖
