Tamalpais HighStudent Guide

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Student guide · School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Tamalpais High

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
11
Local details
13

Academic calendar

School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 19, 2026 – Jun 10, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

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Campus language

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11 terms

A

ASB
Associated Student Body; the student government organization.
AVID
Advancement Via Individual Determination; a college-readiness program.

C

CTE
Career Technical Education; programs focusing on professional skills like engineering or journalism.

L

Link Crew
A student leadership organization that runs freshman orientation and mentorship.

T

The Arches
The iconic architectural entrance and central meeting point of the campus.
The Back Lot
The student parking lot located behind the main campus buildings.
The Depot
A popular off-campus bookstore and cafe in downtown Mill Valley where students frequently go for lunch.
The Front Lawn
The large grassy area at the front of the school used for socializing and lunch.
The Student Center
The primary on-campus location for food service and student gathering.
The Tam News
The award-winning student-run newspaper and journalism program.
TUHSD
Tamalpais Union High School District; the governing school district.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) where teachers post assignments and grades.
Gus Gym
Gustafson Gymnasium, the main indoor athletic facility.
Hoetger Hall
A building housing various classrooms and art facilities.
Keyser Hall
A major classroom building, primarily used for science and mathematics.
Mead Hall
A classroom building on the campus.
Palmer Hall
A classroom building often used for humanities and social studies.
ParentSquare
The primary communication platform used for school-wide announcements and alerts.
Ruby Scott
The Ruby Scott Gymnasium, the school's secondary gym.
SmartPass
The digital hall pass system used by students to leave class for breaks or errands.
tamalpais_high_school_cafe
Tamalpais High School Cafe
The Black Box
The small, flexible theater space used for drama and smaller performances.
Tutorial
A mandatory 35-minute period for academic support, teacher meetings, or quiet study.
Wood Hall
The main administrative building housing the principal's office and classrooms.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 19, 2026 – Jun 10, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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Life in Mill Valley for Tamalpais High Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Mill Valley.

Timezone

Pacific Time (PT)

Median Rent

$3,278

Cost of Living Index

250

City Transportation

Walkability

67

Bikeability

56

Public Transit

Golden Gate Transit, Marin Transit

Nearest Airports

San Francisco International Airport, Oakland International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Mediterranean climate

Avg Annual Temp

57.5°F

Avg Snowfall

0 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Almonte Parking Lot (Back Lot)

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Reserved for seniors with permits; used for event shuttles during graduation.

Field House Lot

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Reserved for seniors with permits.

Miller Avenue Lot (Front Lot)

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Designated for staff and visitors; students are prohibited from parking here.

Campus News

Latest updates from Tamalpais High

TUHSD Goes Phone-Free for 2026-2027 School Year

The Tamalpais Union High School District has officially implemented a bell-to-bell phone-free policy for the current school year following a board vote in early 2026.

Sep 17, 2026

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Tam High's First Full Week Under Bell-to-Bell Phone Policy

Families and students navigate the initial implementation of the new phone-locking case system, with the district addressing logistical challenges such as long lines for unlocking devices.

Aug 30, 2026

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Black Excellence Rally Turns Into Symbolic Walkout

Following the cancellation of a planned rally, members of the Black Student Union organized a walkout to protest administrative decisions and celebrate Black culture near The Hub.

Feb 25, 2026

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Tamalpais High School Bomb Threat: Campus evacuated and searched by Mill Valley Police and K9 units; no devices found.

Tamalpais High School Bomb Threat: Campus evacuated and searched by Mill Valley Police and K9 units; no devices found.

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Confidential Tip Line available for reporting safety concerns: 415-380-3507.

Confidential Tip Line available for reporting safety concerns: 415-380-3507.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Tamalpais High

After-School Detention

September 23, 2026

Mountain Room, Tam Library

Scheduled detention session from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM.

Homecoming Rally

September 23, 2026

Tamalpais High School

School-wide rally held from 10:10 AM to 11:10 AM.

Safe Routes to School Student Tally Survey

September 23, 2026

Tamalpais High School

All-day student survey regarding safe travel routes to school.

Spirit Week (Homecoming)

September 23, 2026

Tamalpais High School Campus

Ongoing Spirit Week activities leading up to Homecoming.

Parent/Admin Coffee

September 24, 2026

Tam High Student Center

Morning meeting for parents and administrators from 8:45 AM to 9:45 AM.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

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