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TFAA is partnering with the American Red Cross to host a Blood Drive, and we’d love for YOU to roll up a sleeve and make a life-saving impact.

📅 Wednesday, February 25, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 TFAA Gym | 221 Todd Ln., Smyrna, TN

✨ Bonus perk: Every donor receives a $20 eGift Card (saving lives and winning? Yes please).

🖱️ Schedule your appointment by:

Visiting redcrossblood.org and entering sponsor code ThurmanArts

Scanning the QR code on the flyer

Calling 1-800-RED-CROSS

One donation can save up to three lives - that’s a pretty powerful way to show the #HeARTofExcellence. Let’s ram-p it up, TFAA, and show our community the power of giving! 💙🐏💛

Applying for the 2026-2027 school year and interested in touring TFAA? Schedule a tour!

We’ve set aside special days throughout the year for you to sign up and join us in meaningful conversation centered around growth, connection, and collaboration. RSVP by clicking the link. This is limited to the first 50 respondents.

Smyrna Elementary, Thurman Francis Arts Academy and Christiana Middle featured on show's second season finale

Winners chosen from nearly 200 applicants

It's time once again to celebrate the awesomeness! Awesome Awards will be next Thursday, January 15th. Click the link to check in.

Grade level scheduled times are listed below.

💛6th: 7:40-8:15
💙7th/8th: 8:20-9:15
💛First Grade: 9:30-10:10
💙Fourth Grade: 10:15-11:00
💛Second Grade: 11:15-12:00
💙Third Grade: 12:05-12:50
💛Fifth Grade: 12:55-1:45
💙Kindergarten: 1:50 -2:20

The early Check-In link will expire at noon on 1/14/26, but you can still check in on the day of the event in the office.

TFAA is proud to be a ClassDojo School! Be sure your family is connected to get all the info.

This policy will be enforced for Varsity Volleyball and Basketball games at TFAA.

Blackman, Central Magnet and Thurman Francis finish top 3 in team competition at Middle Grades Math Contest