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Mental Health Resources
Our schools have skilled counselors who can help with academic, career and social-emotional guidance.
ParentVUE
Families use ParentVUE to view their student’s attendance, grades, schedule, documents, and report an absence. You can see records for all your children in Tacoma Public Schools with a single login.
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Tacoma Technology Help Desk
Free Tutoring Available
Students in grades 3-12 can access free virtual tutoring services seven days a week. Truman students can also receive free, in-person tutoring every Tuesday after school in room 1035.
Advanced Programs
See Something, Say Something
The number one way to prevent school violence is to report it. Call 911 first, then notify your school.
Thank you, voters!
The Feb. 10, 2026 election results show Prop. 1 passing with a 70.8% “yes” vote and Prop. 2 passing with 69.6% “yes” vote. We are in this together, and we so appreciate our community!
Club B Activities
Tacoma Public Schools and community partners have come together to offer Beyond the Bell and Club Beyond. Choose from options offered before and after school, data days, and during school breaks.