Tift County Schools

We can't wait to see you this weekend as we cheer on HUNDREDS of talented Tift County musicians, from kindergarten through seniors at SWEETS AND SONGS! Tickets will be available at the door prior to each performance. They are $11 each for everyone ages 4+. Student performers do not require a ticket. Clear bag policy applies for all PAC events. Weapons detection systems will be in place. #4theT

Work Based Learning provides students with hands on experience. School Nutrition is proud to have Jasmine working as part of this program. She is learning the art of seasoning pork chops under the guidance of School Nutrition Director Lorenzo Simmons and TCHS Cafeteria Managers, Natash Dixon and Wisteria Morrow. This is one example of this valuable program and how it benefits our students. #4theT

We are closely monitoring the weather situation for next week. In the event that there are any school delays or closures, information will be pushed out via multiple outlets including: social media, website, email, Tift County Schools App and call-outs. To make sure that you receive all notifications, please log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account and verify that your email address and phone numbers are correct. If any information needs to be updated please contact Central Registration at (229) 387-2400 or by email at registration@tiftschools.com. #4theT

Tift County Schools is dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of our students and staff. We are currently seeking applicants for a System Security Officer to help maintain a supportive learning environment. Apply now: https://yossplatform.com/companylogin/Tift #4theT

Come support our youngest singers on the BIG stage this Friday, Saturday and Sunday! Each elementary school will perform once throughout the weekend and our 4 show choirs will be debuting their competition shows at every performance. *order listed is not order of performance* Tickets are $11 for everyone ages 4+. Student performers do not require a ticket. Tickets are available through the individual schools during the week and at the door the day of. Clear bag policy applies and weapons detection system will be in place. #4theT

A huge THANK YOU to the incredible healthcare professionals from Tift Regional who generously gave their time to conduct mock interviews with our healthcare students. Their guidance and expertise are invaluable in helping students prepare for future careers in healthcare. We are grateful for this inspiring partnership! #4theT

Do you have a question and you are not sure who to contact? This guide is here to help you find the right person to answer your question! #4theT

K-5 teachers came together on Monday for a collaborative grade-level session centered on the "Glows and Grows" of the Into Reading implementation. This valuable discussion gave educators the chance to celebrate their successes from the first half of the school year and share the challenges they continue to face. With all schools represented, teachers exchanged ideas and insights across campuses, helping our leaders (school and district) identify ways to better support them in the second half of the year. #4theT

Do you want to know more about HB581? We've got you covered! Check out our Q&A document, designed to answer your questions. Click the link below to learn more! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1c5LBge21kYICaAFEFg3JQzAk4N_ui5T0U4SkhL9yICw/edit?usp=sharing #4theT

On Monday, January 6th, our school nutrition staff held their annual Culinary Competition. Cafeteria managers created recipes in one of three categories (Entrée, Dessert, or Side Dish) using at least one Georgia Grown product or commodity in their dish. In the dessert category, the 1st place winner was a Peach Cobbler with Pineapple Crisp, by Silvia Hampton (LLE) and in 2nd place an Old Fashioned Fruit Cocktail Cake, by Diane Mincey (GOB) followed by a Crunchy Blueberry Peach Cobbler by Amanda Jones (OME) in 3rd place. In the casserole category, 1st place went to the Creamy Cheesy Chicken Casserole, by Ginger Farmer (NSE) with 2nd place going to a Chicken Wrap, by Jeanette Rhodes (CSE) and in 3rd place a Chicken Enchilada Casserole, prepared by Margie Brooks (NEMS). Congratulations to each of these ladies, they will move on to the district competition in February. District winners will advance to the state competition in March. #4theT

Today, on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our system security officers and local law enforcement. We are grateful for your dedication and hard work to ensure the safety and security of our students, staff, and community. #4theT

Are you an RN or LPN looking to make a difference in our community? Tift County Schools is seeking dedicated substitute nurses to support our students' health and well-being. If you are interested, apply now at https://yossplatform.com/companylogin/Tift #4theT

We are excited to announce a new way to celebrate literacy! We’ve added BOOKS ON THE BUS to Ms. Allison's bus at Northside Elementary. Now, students can enjoy reading while traveling to and from school! This initiative is just the beginning – we’ll be working to add books to more buses soon. We believe that every ride can be an opportunity to spark a love of reading! #4theT

Hope Map Georgia is a comprehensive, easy-to-use, and up-to-date online community resource locator that can help Georgia families, children, youth, and communities locate free services that mitigate the effects of homelessness. Hope Map Georgia allows users to locate and learn about free assistance and resources – including resources for food, shelter/housing, childcare, and more – in their geographic area or throughout the state of Georgia. https://hopemapgeorgia.org/ #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

We hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful holiday and had some well-earned rest. We are excited to see our staff tomorrow and students on Tuesday, ready to COLLABORATE, LEARN, and ACHIEVE in 2025! #4theT

From Tift County Schools, we wish our Blue Devil family a joyous holiday season and a wonderful New Year. Here’s to making 2025 the best year yet for our students, staff, and community! #4theT

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