Tift County Schools

FREE ATHLETIC PHYSICALS For all current 6th–12th graders 📅 Date: April 18th 📍 Location: Georgia Sports Medicine/MSK Building 2227 US Highway 41 NI, Tifton GA 31794 Time Slots: • 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Tift County Middle and High School Important Information for Parents & Guardians: • All required health forms will be provided by the head coach for students attending Tift County • All forms must be completed and signed by a parent or guardian before the physical can be performed. 📞 For questions, contact: Que Smith, MSN, RN – 229-387-1180

Heavy users of social media increase their risk of depression by 27 percent. #4theT

🌸 TIFT FFA PLANT SALE REMINDER 🌸 ESMS - March 19-21 NEMS - March 18-20 TCHS - March 18-19 ⏰ 9 AM - 5 PM Get ready for spring with a great selection of vegetables, herbs, annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, and ferns! Support our students while stocking up on plants for your home and garden! #4theT

📝✅ Pre-K Registration for 25-26 is OPEN! 🎒 Apply online & book your appointment with Central Registration today! Don’t miss out! 🔗 https://www.tiftschools.com/o/tcs/page/prek-registration-guidelines #4theT

🍑 The Peach Education Tax Credit 🍑 allows funds to be directed toward innovative practices in public education and keeps state tax dollars local. Are there limits to this credit? --Single Individual or Head of Household: Up to $2,500 credit --Married Couple filing separately: Up to $2,500 credit --Married Couple filing jointly: Up to $5,000 credit --Individual Owner of S-Corp, LLC or Partnership (pass-through entity) not paying tax at entity level - Up to $25,000 --C-Corporation, Trust or Pass-Through entity electing to pay tax at entity level: Up to 75% of Georgia Tax Liability **You MUST select Tift County Schools to designate your donation!** Please consult with your tax preparer for further guidance. #4theT

Eighth-graders who spend 10 or more hours a week on social media are 56% more likely to report being unhappy than those who spend less time. #4theT

Excessive smartphone use has been associated with a range of psychological issues, including "nomophobia" (the fear of being without a phone), anxiety, depression, and sleep disturbances [3]. The addictive nature of smartphones can lead to a downward spiral, where individuals become increasingly reliant on their devices to fulfill emotional needs, exacerbating the addictive behaviors and further impacting their mental health. #4theT

🍽️ Early Easter Lunch at Our Elementary Schools! 🍽️ Thursday's lunch at our elementary schools was a delicious feast! Students enjoyed a choice of glazed ham or meatloaf with sides including: 🥬 Greens | 🥫 Black-eyed peas | 🥕 Veggies with ranch 🍊 Mandarin oranges | 🥖 Cornbread dressing & muffin 🍪 Chocolate chip cookie for a sweet finish! 🌸 Staff from the Administrative Office were on hand at several schools, serving lunch and joining parents for a special early Easter Lunch. 💙 Thank you to school nutrition staff for making it a special day! #4theT

Excessive smartphone use can have detrimental effects on mental health. Research suggests that limiting smartphone usage to 120 minutes a day can improve the mental well-being of teenagers. The addictive nature of smartphones can contribute to higher levels of stress, anxiety, and depression. Moreover, excessive smartphone use has been linked to lowered self-esteem and feelings of loneliness and isolation, particularly among adolescents. #4theT

🥧🔢 Happy Pi Day! 🔢🥧 March 14th (3/14) is Pi Day — celebrating the mathematical constant π (approximately 3.14159), which represents the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. It’s a perfect day for math lovers to: ➕ Recite the digits of Pi ➕ Chat about math with friends ➕ And of course… eat some pie! 🥧😋 #4theT

Behind every great school district is a team of dedicated leaders! We appreciate your leadership and vision as you make decisions that impact the future of our students. #4theT #GASchoolBoardAppreciationWeek #StrongerSchoolsStrongerCommunities

📢 Stay Connected with the Infinite Campus Parent Portal! 📢 🔍 What is the Infinite Campus Parent Portal? The Infinite Campus Parent Portal is an easy-to-use online platform that gives families real-time access to important student information. Whether you’re checking grades, tracking attendance, or staying updated with school announcements, this tool keeps you informed and engaged in your child’s education. ✅ How Can Your Family Benefit? ✨ Monitor Grades & Assignments – Stay up to date with your child’s academic progress and upcoming due dates. 📅 Track Attendance – Get real-time updates on tardies and absences to ensure your child stays on track. 📢 Receive Important Notifications – Stay informed about school announcements, events, and schedule changes. 📲 Convenient & Accessible – Access the portal anytime, anywhere from your phone, tablet, or computer. 📩 Communicate with Teachers – Easily connect with educators to ask questions and get support when needed. 📣 Stay informed, stay involved, and #StayConnected with the Infinite Campus Parent Portal! #4theT

⏳ Don’t Wait! Pre-K for 25-26 is filling fast! Any available spots open to out of county on March 17th. Complete the online application & book your appointment with Central Registration today! 📆 Details: https://www.tiftschools.com/o/tcs/page/prek-registration-guidelines #4theT

Teens who spend 5 hours daily on their mobile devices are 71% more likely to develop risk factors for suicide compared to those who only use their devices for an hour (BankMyCell, 2020). #4theT

#RollOut #BuschGardens Our 7th grade students from Eighth Street Middle School and Northeast Middle School are off to Busch Gardens today! They left from their respective schools early this morning. Wishing them safe travels and an unforgettable day of fun and adventure! #4theT

Don't forget about our Parent Workshop, Understanding Anxiety in Children: A Guide for Parents, next Thursday, March 20th from 12pm - 1pm at the Tift County Schools Administrative Office. Lunch will be provided by Tift County School Nutrition. #4theT

Want to know how to STAY CONNECTED? Watch our quick how-to videos and follow these easy 5 steps to get started! 1️⃣ Goto Tiftschools.com and click the Parent/Student Portal at top. 2️⃣ Log in with your provided credentials (or request access if needed). 3️⃣ Explore and customize your notifications for a better experience! 4️⃣ Download the Infinite Campus mobile app for on-the-go access to updates and student information! 5️⃣ Regularly check in to stay up-to-date with your child’s progress and communicate with teachers! ENGLISH: https://youtu.be/LjFCqELCxWA SPANISH: https://youtu.be/7jiT3F3_oTI

A recent study showed that students' test performance suffered simply because they had a cell phone in their pocket. The anticipation of unread texts and social media posts was distracting enough to negatively affect their scores. #4theT

✨ School-Based Speech-Language Pathology Week ✨🗣️ Governor Brian Kemp has signed a proclamation designating March 10–14 as School-Based Speech-Language Pathology Week! We would like to recognize our incredible Speech-Language Pathologists who work tirelessly to support students with speech and language disorders. Our dedicated School Based Speech Language Pathologists are Lauren Dean, Ann-Marie Atkinson, Amy Marshall, Jody Moore, April Johnson, Taylor Karvonen, Abigail Meeks, Kip Courtoy, Crystal White, and Deena Renew. #4theT #ThankYouSLPs

📚✨ Georgia Milestones Prep – Free Virtual Reading Classes for 3rd Graders! ✨📚 GaDOE has partnered with Tutored by Teachers to offer FREE virtual reading classes for 3rd graders and young readers! These engaging sessions are designed to boost reading skills and help students succeed on the Georgia Milestones. 📅 Dates: Monday, April 14th – Thursday, April 17th 🕔 Times: Two evening options – 5 PM & 7 PM ✅ Sign up by visiting: https://tutored.live/gadoe-reading/ #4theT