Congratulations to our District Winners in the Georgia Young Authors Writing Competition!
We are proud to recognize the talented student writers who have been selected as the district winners for each grade level. Their creativity and passion for storytelling truly shine through their work!
These outstanding authors will now advance to compete against other schools across our RESA District, with the winners at that level moving on to the state competition.
Best of luck to all of our young authors —we know you will represent Tift County with pride and excellence!
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We are proud to recognize the talented student writers who have been selected as the district winners for each grade level. Their creativity and passion for storytelling truly shine through their work!
These outstanding authors will now advance to compete against other schools across our RESA District, with the winners at that level moving on to the state competition.
Best of luck to all of our young authors —we know you will represent Tift County with pride and excellence!
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🌟 Free Webinar Opportunity (Shared Resource) 🌟
Tift County Schools is sharing this upcoming free webinar as an informational resource for families, educators, and community members. This event is not sponsored by the district, but we hope it may be helpful to those looking for strategies to support student independence and job readiness.
Join Work in Progress: Building Job Skills at Every Age to explore ways to nurture responsibility, confidence, and functional life skills from early childhood through transition years. Practical strategies will include:
✅ Classroom and home routines
✅ Classroom jobs to build responsibility
✅ Visual supports for independence
✅ Tools to strengthen real-world readiness
📅 February 11, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM or 🕡 6:30 PM
⏱ One-hour session
📌 Certificate of completion included
🎥 Recording + handouts provided to all registrants
🔗 Register here: https://starautismsupport.com/event/work-progress-building-job-skills-every-age
For accessibility accommodations, contact: webinar@starautismsupport.com
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Tift County Schools is sharing this upcoming free webinar as an informational resource for families, educators, and community members. This event is not sponsored by the district, but we hope it may be helpful to those looking for strategies to support student independence and job readiness.
Join Work in Progress: Building Job Skills at Every Age to explore ways to nurture responsibility, confidence, and functional life skills from early childhood through transition years. Practical strategies will include:
✅ Classroom and home routines
✅ Classroom jobs to build responsibility
✅ Visual supports for independence
✅ Tools to strengthen real-world readiness
📅 February 11, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM or 🕡 6:30 PM
⏱ One-hour session
📌 Certificate of completion included
🎥 Recording + handouts provided to all registrants
🔗 Register here: https://starautismsupport.com/event/work-progress-building-job-skills-every-age
For accessibility accommodations, contact: webinar@starautismsupport.com
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🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Melissa Busbin! 🎉
We are proud to celebrate Dr. Melissa Busbin, teacher at Tift County High School, for being selected as an Ed Award Winner!
This award recognizes educators who are trailblazers in K–12 cybersecurity education, demonstrating innovative teaching practices and leading efforts to expand cyber literacy at the classroom, school, and community levels.
Honorees are chosen for their impact in preparing students for the future cybersecurity workforce and for advancing responsible, engaging, and accessible cybersecurity learning opportunities.
Dr. Busbin will represent Tift County Schools at CYBER.ORG’s EdCon 26 this summer!
We are incredibly proud of her dedication to empowering students for the digital future.
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A huge thank you to Griffin Ford for sponsoring the Eighth Street Middle School Robotics Club!
Partnerships with amazing local businesses like Griffin Ford help provide our students with opportunities to Collaborate, Learn, and Achieve both in and out of the classroom. We are grateful for your support of our future engineers, problem-solvers, and leaders!
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Partnerships with amazing local businesses like Griffin Ford help provide our students with opportunities to Collaborate, Learn, and Achieve both in and out of the classroom. We are grateful for your support of our future engineers, problem-solvers, and leaders!
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🔐 National Data Privacy Day – January 28th 🔐
Protecting personal information is a shared responsibility. On National Data Privacy Day, we’re reminding students, staff, and families how important it is to keep information safe—both online and offline.
Strong passwords, being cautious with emails and links, and protecting student and family data help keep our schools secure. When we work together to practice good digital habits, we help create a safer learning environment for everyone.
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Protecting personal information is a shared responsibility. On National Data Privacy Day, we’re reminding students, staff, and families how important it is to keep information safe—both online and offline.
Strong passwords, being cautious with emails and links, and protecting student and family data help keep our schools secure. When we work together to practice good digital habits, we help create a safer learning environment for everyone.
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Tift County Schools recently hosted two visiting educators from Argentina through a partnership with the local Rotary Club. One teaches law at the university level, and the other is a K-12 English as a second language teacher. The visiting teachers observed classrooms at all grade levels, attended meetings with teachers and administrators, and toured district facilities. The exchange also included opportunities to experience the Tifton community including trying fried okra and banana pudding for the first time. Rotary partners expressed their appreciation to the district for the experience, and we look forward to continuing this collaboration in the future.
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The Kiwanis Club of Tifton will host the 2026 Art & Music Showcase on Friday, March 20, 2026 at 6 pm at the TCHS PAC.
The event is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Tifton, ABAC Circle K, TCHS & TA Key Clubs
For more information visit: https://aptg.co/ZP-k3_
Deadline for all entries is Friday, March 6th.
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The event is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Tifton, ABAC Circle K, TCHS & TA Key Clubs
For more information visit: https://aptg.co/ZP-k3_
Deadline for all entries is Friday, March 6th.
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🎶🏆 Show Choir Success at the Hoover Smackdown! 🏆🎶
This past weekend, Tift County show choirs traveled to Hoover, Alabama to compete in the Hoover Smackdown, and our students brought home an incredible lineup of awards!
✨ Award Highlights:
🎤 Duet Winners: Laci Barbee & Anton Gregus
💙 Mixed Division II:
🏅 Eighth Street Singing Company – 1st Place Best Show Design
🔥 Enfuego – Best Band Award
👑 Ladies Choice had an outstanding competition, earning:
🥇 1st Place Single Division
🏆 Grand Champion – Morning Division
🎶 Best Vocals
🎭 Best Show Design
Congratulations to our talented performers, directors, band members, and supporters for representing #BlueDevilNation so well! We are so proud of the hard work, dedication, and excellence on display.
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This past weekend, Tift County show choirs traveled to Hoover, Alabama to compete in the Hoover Smackdown, and our students brought home an incredible lineup of awards!
✨ Award Highlights:
🎤 Duet Winners: Laci Barbee & Anton Gregus
💙 Mixed Division II:
🏅 Eighth Street Singing Company – 1st Place Best Show Design
🔥 Enfuego – Best Band Award
👑 Ladies Choice had an outstanding competition, earning:
🥇 1st Place Single Division
🏆 Grand Champion – Morning Division
🎶 Best Vocals
🎭 Best Show Design
Congratulations to our talented performers, directors, band members, and supporters for representing #BlueDevilNation so well! We are so proud of the hard work, dedication, and excellence on display.
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Congratulations to our Perfect Attendance Winners for the 2nd 9 Weeks!
Each winner will receive $250 in school cash to use toward supplies, furniture, or other classroom/department needs.
Your commitment to showing up every day for our students sets an incredible example and reflects your dedication to the children of Tift County Schools.
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Each winner will receive $250 in school cash to use toward supplies, furniture, or other classroom/department needs.
Your commitment to showing up every day for our students sets an incredible example and reflects your dedication to the children of Tift County Schools.
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🥶 Cold Weather Reminder for Families 🥶
With below-freezing temperatures expected over the next few days, we want to remind parents and guardians to please send students to school dressed warmly each day.
✅ Bundle up with layers:
• Heavy coat
• Hat
• Gloves
• Warm socks
• Extra layers as needed
🚌 Bus Riders:
If possible, students should wait inside until 5 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time to limit time in the cold. Being dressed appropriately is especially important in case of unexpected delays.
Thank you for helping us keep our students safe, warm, and ready to learn!
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With below-freezing temperatures expected over the next few days, we want to remind parents and guardians to please send students to school dressed warmly each day.
✅ Bundle up with layers:
• Heavy coat
• Hat
• Gloves
• Warm socks
• Extra layers as needed
🚌 Bus Riders:
If possible, students should wait inside until 5 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time to limit time in the cold. Being dressed appropriately is especially important in case of unexpected delays.
Thank you for helping us keep our students safe, warm, and ready to learn!
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🍎 Interested in a teaching position next year? 🍎
Tift County Schools will be attending the Coastal Plains RESA Job Fair on Wednesday, March 4th from 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
This is a great opportunity to:
✅ Share your resume
✅ Meet our team
✅ Participate in an informal interview
Come learn more about joining the Tift County Schools family and becoming part of the Blue Devil Nation! 💙
We can’t wait to meet passionate educators who are ready to make a difference.
Contact Katie Bowen (katiebowen@cpresa.org) 229-546-4094 for more information.
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Tift County Schools will be attending the Coastal Plains RESA Job Fair on Wednesday, March 4th from 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
This is a great opportunity to:
✅ Share your resume
✅ Meet our team
✅ Participate in an informal interview
Come learn more about joining the Tift County Schools family and becoming part of the Blue Devil Nation! 💙
We can’t wait to meet passionate educators who are ready to make a difference.
Contact Katie Bowen (katiebowen@cpresa.org) 229-546-4094 for more information.
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Tift County Schools is proud to announce a new collaboration with ESE Mental Health to offer referrals to access to high-quality mental health services for our middle school and high school students.
Through this partnership, students will have increased access to licensed mental health professionals who can provide counseling and support —right here in our school community. This initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to the well-being of every student and to creating safe, supportive environments where they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
We are grateful for this opportunity to work together in supporting the whole child.
Thank you GaDOE for listening to our concerns and acknowledging the importance of providing service opportunities to our students in need. We hope to expand this service to all students in the near future.
For additional information, please contact your school principal or school counselor.
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Through this partnership, students will have increased access to licensed mental health professionals who can provide counseling and support —right here in our school community. This initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to the well-being of every student and to creating safe, supportive environments where they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
We are grateful for this opportunity to work together in supporting the whole child.
Thank you GaDOE for listening to our concerns and acknowledging the importance of providing service opportunities to our students in need. We hope to expand this service to all students in the near future.
For additional information, please contact your school principal or school counselor.
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🍎🥪 Weekly Menus | January 26–30
Take a look at the breakfast and lunch menus for the week of January 26–30!
Our nutrition team is serving up meals that help fuel learning and keep our students energized all week long 💙
Menus are always available anytime by visiting Explore > Dining on your school’s website.
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Take a look at the breakfast and lunch menus for the week of January 26–30!
Our nutrition team is serving up meals that help fuel learning and keep our students energized all week long 💙
Menus are always available anytime by visiting Explore > Dining on your school’s website.
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😊 National Compliment Day – January 24th 😊
A few kind words can go a long way! On National Compliment Day, we encourage everyone to take a moment to lift someone up with a genuine compliment—whether it’s a classmate, a teacher, a staff member, or a friend.
Kindness is contagious, and a simple compliment can brighten a day and strengthen our school community. Let’s spread positivity and make someone smile today!
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A few kind words can go a long way! On National Compliment Day, we encourage everyone to take a moment to lift someone up with a genuine compliment—whether it’s a classmate, a teacher, a staff member, or a friend.
Kindness is contagious, and a simple compliment can brighten a day and strengthen our school community. Let’s spread positivity and make someone smile today!
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✍️ National Handwriting Day – January 23rd ✍️
From first letters to final signatures, handwriting is a skill that grows with practice and creativity. On National Handwriting Day, we celebrate our students who are learning to form letters, express ideas, and build confidence—one handwritten word at a time.
Take a moment today to pick up a pen or pencil and write a note, a goal, or a kind message. Sometimes the most meaningful words are the ones written by hand.
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From first letters to final signatures, handwriting is a skill that grows with practice and creativity. On National Handwriting Day, we celebrate our students who are learning to form letters, express ideas, and build confidence—one handwritten word at a time.
Take a moment today to pick up a pen or pencil and write a note, a goal, or a kind message. Sometimes the most meaningful words are the ones written by hand.
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⏰ Happening TOMORROW! ⏰
Parents of 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders, join us tomorrow for Engaging Elementary School—a helpful session packed with information to support your child during testing season.
🗓 Tomorrow | January 22
⏰ 5:00 – 6:00 PM
📍 Your child’s elementary school
From GMAS basics to test prep at home, managing test anxiety, and middle school transition info for 5th grade families—we’ve got you covered!
We hope to see you there!
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Parents of 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders, join us tomorrow for Engaging Elementary School—a helpful session packed with information to support your child during testing season.
🗓 Tomorrow | January 22
⏰ 5:00 – 6:00 PM
📍 Your child’s elementary school
From GMAS basics to test prep at home, managing test anxiety, and middle school transition info for 5th grade families—we’ve got you covered!
We hope to see you there!
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🎉 $2,000 Awarded to Support Academic Excellence! 🎉
The Tift County Foundation for Educational Excellence (TCFEE) recently awarded $2,000 in Howard Center Academic Competition Team Grants to support outstanding academic teams at Northeast Middle School and Tift County High School.
💡 Grant Recipients & Awards:
• NEMS Robotics – $500
• TCHS Robotics – $500
• TCHS Quiz Bowl – $400
• TCHS Science Olympiad – $300
• TCHS CTI – $300
These grants were presented by TCFEE Executive Board Member Dr. Kaylar Howard, Greer Howard of the Howard Center, and Laura Cutts, Executive Director of TCFEE.
Since their introduction in 2014, the Howard Center Academic Competition Team Grants have awarded 46 grants totaling nearly $24,000, strengthening academic teams and supporting some of Tift County’s top students as they compete, lead, and excel.
👏 Thank you to TCFEE and the Howard Center for continuing to invest in student achievement and academic opportunities across Tift County Schools.
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The Tift County Foundation for Educational Excellence (TCFEE) recently awarded $2,000 in Howard Center Academic Competition Team Grants to support outstanding academic teams at Northeast Middle School and Tift County High School.
💡 Grant Recipients & Awards:
• NEMS Robotics – $500
• TCHS Robotics – $500
• TCHS Quiz Bowl – $400
• TCHS Science Olympiad – $300
• TCHS CTI – $300
These grants were presented by TCFEE Executive Board Member Dr. Kaylar Howard, Greer Howard of the Howard Center, and Laura Cutts, Executive Director of TCFEE.
Since their introduction in 2014, the Howard Center Academic Competition Team Grants have awarded 46 grants totaling nearly $24,000, strengthening academic teams and supporting some of Tift County’s top students as they compete, lead, and excel.
👏 Thank you to TCFEE and the Howard Center for continuing to invest in student achievement and academic opportunities across Tift County Schools.
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📚🌎 Migrant & ESOL Parent Meeting Tonight– You’re Invited! 🌎📚
Join us for a special ESOL and Migrant Parent Meeting designed to support your family and your child’s success in school.
🗓 Tuesday, January 20, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Tift County Schools Administrative Office - 506 W. 12th Street
✨ What to Expect:
Learn about our ESOL Program and how it benefits students
How to use Infinite Campus to check grades and attendance
Why ACCESS testing is important
An interactive reading workshop with easy strategies to use at home
📖 Bonus for Families:
Each family will receive free bilingual books to take home and enjoy together—our gift to you!
Your involvement matters. When families and schools work together, children succeed.
We truly appreciate your support and hope to see you there!
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All Tift County Schools and offices are closed today in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday.
Dr. King’s life reminds us that progress happens when we work together, continue to learn, and take action to make a difference — Collaborate | Learn | Achieve. #4theT
Dr. King’s life reminds us that progress happens when we work together, continue to learn, and take action to make a difference — Collaborate | Learn | Achieve. #4theT
🍎🥪 Weekly Menu Reminder
We’re sharing the breakfast and lunch menus for the week of January 19–23 to help families plan ahead!
✨ No school Monday, January 19 – MLK Holiday
We’ll see students back on Tuesday, ready to learn and fueled for success!
Find menus anytime at Explore > Dining on your school’s website.
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We’re sharing the breakfast and lunch menus for the week of January 19–23 to help families plan ahead!
✨ No school Monday, January 19 – MLK Holiday
We’ll see students back on Tuesday, ready to learn and fueled for success!
Find menus anytime at Explore > Dining on your school’s website.
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