Tift County Schools

"We want to say Thank you to our incredible special education teachers, co-teaching teams, paraprofessionals, psycholigists, therapists, administrators, and support staff who pour their hearts into helping every student shine and achieve! Your dedication reminds us every day that
All Means All!"

📅 2026–2027 School Year Calendar – Public Comment Now Open!

A draft of the 2026–2027 Tift County Schools calendar is now available for a 30-day public comment and review period, and we want to hear from YOU!

This calendar was developed using valuable feedback from our Superintendent Advisories and other stakeholders. Now we’re inviting staff, parents, families, and community members to take a look and share your thoughts.

📝 How to Submit Comments:
Visit our website and look for the Public Comment and Review section, or go directly to the form here:
🔗 https://forms.gle/eSskvo4af3S7yrLs5

Your input matters and helps us make decisions that best support our students, staff, and community. Thank you for taking the time to review and share your feedback!

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Congratulations to Mr. Matthew Blankenship!
Tapped today as a 2025–2026 Excellence in Teaching Award winner, Mr. Blankenship is known for his passion for teaching and his dedication to helping students succeed at Tift County High School.
We are proud to celebrate his outstanding work and the positive influence he brings to our school community.
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Congratulations to Mr. Mason Grant!
Recognized today as a 2025–2026 Excellence in Teaching Award winner, Mr. Grant continues to lead, inspire, and elevate students at Tift County High School.
His commitment to excellence makes him an invaluable part of the Blue Devil Family.
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Congratulations to Mrs. Renita Redding!
Honored today as a 2025–2026 Excellence in Teaching Award winner, Mrs. Redding represents the very best of Northside Elementary.
She creates a classroom where students feel valued, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential. We are so proud of her!
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Congratulations to Ms. Haley Stinson!
Selected as a 2025–2026 Excellence in Teaching Award winner, Ms. Stinson exemplifies what it means to teach with heart at Len Lastinger Elementary.
Her students thrive because she believes in them, challenges them, and supports them every step of the way.
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Celebrating Mrs. Renensse Chatfield!
Tapped today as a 2025–2026 Excellence in Teaching Award winner, Mrs. Chatfield continues to inspire her students at Annie Belle Clark Elementary through high expectations, compassion, and a love for learning.
We are proud to recognize her dedication and the difference she makes each day!
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Congratulations to Mrs. Michelle Boney!
She has been selected as a 2025–2026 Excellence in Teaching Award recipient by the Tift County Foundation for Educational Excellence!
Mrs. Boney is known for her dedication, creativity, and her unwavering commitment to student success at Annie Belle Clark Elementary. We are thankful for everything she brings to our school community.
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Congratulations to Mrs. Susan Nimmo!
She was tapped today by the Tift County Foundation for Educational Excellence as a 2025–2026 Excellence in Teaching Award winner!
Mrs. Nimmo pours her heart into her students every single day at Annie Belle Clark Elementary, creating a classroom filled with joy, curiosity, and meaningful learning. We are proud of her and grateful for the impact she makes on our Blue Devil Family.
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We want to thank our incredible School Nutrition staff for their hard work and dedication in serving our students with care every day. We are also deeply grateful to our schools and administrators for their continued support and teamwork, which make our program strong and successful. To our Tift County community, thank you for your partnership and encouragement—together, we are nourishing minds, fueling success, and building a brighter future for our students.

🦃 Thanksgiving Break is Coming Up🍂
All Tift County Schools and offices will be closed November 24th–28th.
Enjoy this time with family and friends as we reflect on all we’re thankful for!
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🍽️💙 Breakfast & Lunch Menus for November 17–21 🥪🍎
Take a look at what’s cooking this week across Tift County Schools!
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We are so thankful for our amazing Information Technology teams!
Our Network Services Team keeps our classrooms connected and our district network strong and safe every single day. Your behind-the-scenes work keeps everything running smoothly.
Our Student Information Systems Team manages the data that supports instruction, state reporting, and student enrollment. Your attention to detail matters more than most people ever realize.
We couldn’t do what we do without you and we are so very grateful for your hard work and dedication!

We are thankful for a team of principals and administrators who continuously focus on the needs of our students. They push through challenges and give of their time and energy to see students succeed. Our schools and our communities are better now and will be better in the future because of their commitment and leadership.

🍽️ Thanksgiving Lunch Across Tift County Schools 🧡💙

Our schools served Thanksgiving lunch on Thursday, and K–5 campuses welcomed families as different grade levels enjoyed a special meal together.

Administrative Office staff members were proud to jump in and assist with serving at schools across the district — and they loved every moment spent greeting and interacting with our students and parents.

Moments like these remind us what makes our Blue Devil Family so special. 🦃
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💙 House Divided… United for a Cause! 💙

Our Administrative Office hosted a House Divided Food Drive this week with Teaching & Learning going head-to-head against Business & Operations — all to support Tift County students in need over the holidays.

The competition was very close, but Business & Operations came out on top!

Most importantly, thanks to the generosity of everyone who participated, we collected a tremendous amount of food that will go directly to Tift County students and families who need it most this season.

Thank you to every staff member who donated and helped make this effort truly #4theT.

As Young Readers Week ends, remember: every book opened is a new opportunity to learn, dream, and grow. Keep reading, Tift County! #4theT

Thank you to our district behavior specialist and school behavior interventionists for the support you provide every day. You have embraced this new role with positivity, a willingness to learn, and a desire to make every day better. Your work not only helps shape student behavior but will also provide teachers with the tools and confidence to support every learner. Your impact is felt in every positive relationship and calm moment you help create. Thank you!