This National Principals Month, help us recognize Bradley Winger, Principal of Eighth Street Middle School, for his commitment to helping the whole school community grow!
Mr. Winger has spent all 14 years of his education career in Tift County, including two years as a principal. He was inspired to pursue leadership to expand his impact beyond a single classroom and build meaningful relationships with students throughout the school.
His favorite part of being a principal is watching the entire school community grow and thrive together. From supporting teachers and celebrating student milestones to strengthening partnerships with families, he values creating a positive, encouraging school culture.
Thank you, Mr. Winger, for your leadership and dedication to the Eighth Street school community!
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Thank you for your willingness to step in and lead Tift County Schools with dedication, care, and a whole lot of heart. We appreciate your hard work, your steady leadership, and your commitment to always doing what is right for students. You keep their needs at the heart of your decisions while supporting the staff who serve them each day.
Even on the busiest days, you always find a way to make people laugh! Your sense of humor brings smiles to those around you and reminds us how much joy there is in working together.
Thank you for all you do, Mrs. Howell!
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From everyday achievements to the unforgettable walk across the graduation stage, Jennifer Johnson loves celebrating student success! During National Principals Month, join us in recognizing the Principal of Tift County High School.
Mrs. Johnson has spent all 19 years of her education career in Tift County, including five years as a principal. Inspired and encouraged by Mr. Jamie Penoncello’s strong, compassionate leadership, she pursued opportunities to support teachers, help students reach their potential, and make a meaningful difference in her school community.
Her favorite part of being a principal is seeing others succeed. Graduation holds a special place in her heart as students walk across the stage—a celebration of their hard work, perseverance, and the support that helped them reach that milestone.
Thank you, Mrs. Johnson, for your leadership and dedication to the Tift County High School community!
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If you are a TCS retiree who was employed in Tift County before 2013 and have received a notification from ANT FARM, please be aware that this is valid correspondence that requires your attention.
Please review the notification carefully and follow the instructions provided.
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Helping students believe in themselves is one of the greatest joys of school leadership. This National Principals Month, we’re celebrating Michelle Huffman, Principal of Northeast Middle School!
Ms. Huffman brings 25 years of experience in education, including three years as a principal and three years in Tift County. Her belief that schools can change a child’s life inspired her to pursue leadership and create an environment where students feel known, valued, challenged, and supported, and teachers feel encouraged and empowered.
Her favorite part of being a principal is seeing students succeed and watching their confidence grow. She especially treasures the moments when students return to share their accomplishments—reminders of the joy in helping young people believe in themselves and discover their potential.
Thank you, Ms. Huffman, for your leadership and dedication to the Northeast school community!
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📅 Today, October 14: K–5 Parent Conference Day
📅 October 20: Staff Inservice Day
Enjoy your break!
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With 11 years of experience in education, Ms. Bennett is beginning her first year as a principal and her first year in Tift County. Inspired by the leaders who supported her—and by her mother, who also served as an elementary principal—she hopes to make that same meaningful impact on her school community.
Her favorite part of the job is building relationships with students, staff, and families and celebrating those “aha” moments when someone overcomes an obstacle and discovers what they’re capable of.
Thank you, Ms. Bennett, for your dedication to the G.O. Bailey school community!
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📅 Wednesday, October 14th: K – 5 Parent Conference Day
📅 Tuesday, October 20th: Teacher Inservice Day
📚 Students return Wednesday, October 21st.
We hope our students and staff enjoy their break, get some much-needed rest, and take time to recharge!
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A special thank you to Kelly Miller and Margo Pitts for visiting all of our Pre-K classrooms and delivering treat bags to our students!
Thank you, KAC, for supporting our students and families!
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🥪 Take a look at what’s on the menu! Here is the weekly breakfast and lunch menu for October 12th – 16th.
For the most up-to-date daily menu, visit your child’s school website and select Explore > Dining. Remember, breakfast and lunch are available at no cost to all Tift County students! 🍎
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A kind word, a listening ear, or a simple “How are you?” can make a difference. Let’s continue building a school community where everyone feels valued, supported, and connected.
If you need support, reach out to a trusted adult, school counselor, or someone you feel comfortable talking with. Asking for help is a sign of strength. 💙
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To celebrate Pre-K Week, our Pre-K Project Director and Pre-K Specialist delivered special treats to our lead and assistant Pre-K teachers and PSI teachers! Thank you for helping our youngest learners grow, explore, and discover each day. Your care and dedication build a strong foundation for a lifetime of learning!
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It was wonderful to see students, families, staff, and neighbors come together for one common purpose—celebrating our schools and showing our Blue Devil Pride! This event gave our entire community an opportunity to connect and celebrate together.
Thank you to everyone who helped make the parade a welcoming and safe celebration for all ages and to everyone who lined the streets to cheer us on. What a great day to be a Blue Devil!
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Join us in recognizing all of our Tift County Schools principals for the dedication and leadership they bring to their schools each day. As instructional and operational leaders, they support teachers, guide student learning, manage daily operations, and create welcoming environments where students and staff can thrive.
Throughout the month, we will spotlight each principal and celebrate the difference they make in their school communities.
Thank you, principals, for your hard work, care, and commitment to our students, staff, and families!
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Mrs. Ford read a book to each class, sharing the joy of reading with our youngest learners. Thank you, Mrs. Ford, for taking time out of your busy schedule to spend part of your day with our students!
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With the Homecoming football game moved to Thursday, October 8th, the Homecoming Parade will now take place on Wednesday, October 7th. All other parade details remain the same.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we make these adjustments to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
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Due to the forecast for inclement weather, Friday’s Homecoming football game against Northside (WR) has been moved to Thursday, October 8th.
Information regarding the Homecoming Parade is not available at this time. We will share additional updates as soon as they are available.
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Every Tift County Pre-K student received a copy of Every Amazing Song by Coy Bowles and Malcolm Mitchell. The book takes children on a musical adventure that celebrates creativity and confidence while introducing rhythm, melody, and instruments.
Through reading, music, and movement, our youngest learners are discovering that everyone has something special to contribute! 💙
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They practiced how leaders can:
1️⃣ Pause the Assumption – Don’t let statements like “nothing works” end the conversation.
2️⃣ Get Specific – Clarify what has been tried, for how long, and how consistently.
3️⃣ Look at the Evidence – Use data to determine what is working, what isn’t, and where progress is occurring.
4️⃣ Identify the Next Action – Determine what to keep, change, intensify, or try next.
Through a collaborative gallery walk, they applied the four-step model to common challenges they encounter in schools and developed questions that help shift conversations toward solutions, action, and better outcomes for students.
The goal isn’t to eliminate barriers—it’s to keep barriers from ending the conversation.
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Today, we celebrate our school instructional coaches and thank them for the support, guidance, and encouragement they provide to our teachers each day.
A special shoutout to our district instructional coaches, Jamie Fowler and Katie Wisham! We appreciate your dedication to helping our teachers grow and strengthening instruction across Tift County Schools.
Thank you for all you do!
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