Tift County Schools mourns the loss of a member of our student body. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. #4theT
Tift County Schools wishes everyone in our Blue Devil family a very Merry Christmas! May your holiday be filled with joy, love, and cherished moments with those you hold dear.
Thank you for being part of our incredible community! #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
Have questions about the millage rate hearings? We have posted a Q&A document with questions from the hearing last night. As more questions come up, we will add to the document. https://5il.co/33wrc #4theT
The December edition of the Tift County Schools Newsletter is now available at: https://tiftcountyschools.edurooms.com/engage/tift-county-schools/newsletters/tift-county-schools-newsletter-december-2024
Click the link below to view a copy of the presentation shared during the first millage rate hearing. https://5il.co/33wcx.
We are currently developing a Q&A document to address questions. This will be shared soon to provide clarity and additional details!
Tift County Schools is currently seeking candidates to fill the position of Principal at Eighth Street Middle School.
Job Description: https://yossplatform.com//ViewJobDetails/Tift/JB51
To Apply: https://yossplatform.com/companylogin/Tift
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Due to the change in the school calendar, Report Cards for the 2nd 9 Weeks will be published on January 15, 2025. #4theT
All Tift County Schools and offices will be closed from December 23 to January 3 for Winter Break. 🎄❄️
📅 Students return: Tuesday, January 7th
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and happy holiday season! See you in the new year! 💙 #4theT
Check out the Blue Devil Robotics Team in action today. Their event is live streamed at https://www.youtube.com/live/X2MLzZVPNfs?feature=shared #4theT
Members of our administrative office staff had the joy of serving Christmas lunch at our elementary schools yesterday. We loved spending time with students, parents, and staff during this special time of year. A huge shoutout to our school nutrition staff for preparing a delicious meal! 🎄🍽️ #4theT
Update: Power has been restored. Thank you Georgia Power!
G O Bailey Elementary is currently experiencing a power outage. The school can temporarily be reached at (229) 402-8812. #4theT
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and holiday cheer at the Tift County Show Choirs Christmas Spectacular!
December 13 & 14th - 6:30 PM - TCHS Performing Arts Center
Don’t miss this festive celebration showcasing the incredible talent of our students. #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
It was fantastic to see so many of our Tift County Schools organizations shining in tonight's Tifton Christmas Parade. From the talented Blue Devil Brigade to the impressive GA 51st JROTC and the amazing Tift County Show Choirs, they truly made the season bright. #4theT
Congratulations to the winners of the 2024 Holiday Greeting Card Contest!
Students from Grades K-12 showcased their artistic talents, and the winning entries will be featured on Tift County Schools' holiday cards. A big thank you to all participants for spreading holiday cheer through their creativity!
The winners in each category are:
Kindergarten – 2nd Grade: Ja'Keem Silas (2nd Grade - J T Reddick Elementary)
3rd – 5th Grade: Iva Ensley (5th Grade - Annie Belle Clark Elementary)
6th – 8th Grade: Joseph Stanley (6th Grade - Northeast Middle School)
9th – 12th Grade: Valiyah Kelley (10th Grade - Tift County High School)
Stay tuned to see their festive designs on our holiday cards this season! ✨ #4theT
📦✨ A special delivery was made to the Administrative Office today! Mr. Bentley’s construction class at TCHS crafted a beautiful bookshelf, and his students delivered it with pride. 🛠️📚
This handmade shelf will hold children's books in a new area designed for kids waiting at Central Registration. Thank you, Mr. Bentley and students, for your craftsmanship and for contributing to a welcoming space for our youngest visitors! #4theT
Today marked Day 1 of the deployment of our new Weapons Detection System at the middle schools and the full rollout at Tift County High School.
Shoutout to our students for being prepared and having all necessary items out of their book bags—this makes the process run smoothly and efficiently.
A big thank you to our staff working the stations for guiding students through this new system. Your dedication ensures the safety and success of this initiative.
We know this is a learning process for everyone, and we appreciate the patience and teamwork as we adapt together. #4theT
🌟 Giving Tuesday Spotlight 🌟
Today, we are thrilled to highlight one of our incredible community partners, the Harley Langdale, Jr. Foundation! Their generosity recently supported our REACH Scholarship program with a donation.
Executive Director Donald Warren presented the donation alongside Morris Tankersley of Commercial Banking Company, an affiliate of the Foundation. Pictured (L-R): Beth Sellars (Director of Academic Support), Donald Warren, Morris Tankersley, and Lee Watson (Assistant Superintendent of Student Services).
Thank you to the Harley Langdale, Jr. Foundation, for your commitment to the success of our students and for believing in the power of education! #4theT
Today, December 2nd, we proudly celebrate National Special Education Day! This day honors the landmark changes in federal legislation that paved the way for the nation’s first federal special education law, ensuring access to education for every student.
We recognize the dedication of our educators and families who work tirelessly to support our students. #4theT
