Tift County Schools

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When schools, families, and communities work together, amazing things happen.
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Strong readers build strong futures.
Today we celebrate the fabulous work happening in classrooms to support literacy and learning.
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🎤 Another successful weekend for our Tift County Show Choirs as they wrapped up their last competition of the season in style!

✨ One Voice earned 1st Place in the Middle School Division, with Shelby Flores taking home Best Female Soloist honors.
✨ Ladies Choice captured 1st Place in the Singles Division.
✨ And once again, Eighth Street Singing Company was named Grand Champions in the Mixed II Division, also earning Overall Best Vocals and Overall Best Effects!

Eighth Street Singing Company will travel to Nationals in March! We are incredibly proud of these talented students and directors for representing Tift County so well.

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Black History Month Spotlight: Ruby Bridges 📚

At just 6 years old, Ruby Bridges made history as the first Black child to integrate William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans in 1960. Escorted by U.S. Marshals, she showed incredible courage in the face of adversity — helping pave the way for greater educational equity for future generations.

Ruby’s bravery reminds us that even the youngest voices can inspire powerful change. Her story continues to encourage kindness, inclusion, and the belief that education should be a welcoming place for every child.

Let’s honor her legacy this Black History Month by choosing empathy, respect, and unity every day.

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💙 Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day! 💙

A small act of kindness can make a BIG difference — a smile, a kind word, helping a friend, or simply showing gratitude can brighten someone’s day.

Let’s keep spreading positivity across our schools and community. Together, we can make kindness contagious!

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📢 February 17 — Registration Now Open

🎒 Pre-K Registration for the 2026–2027 school year is NOW OPEN!

If your child will be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026, you can begin the process today. Space is limited and filled first-come, first-served, so don’t wait!

✔️ Review guidelines
✔️ Complete the online application
✔️ Schedule your Central Registration appointment
✔️ Bring all required documents

🔗 https://www.tiftschools.com/page/prek-registration-guidelines

Questions?
📧 registration@tiftschools.com

📞 (229) 387-2424

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Resilience is powerful—and fabulous.
We’re proud of students and staff who keep pushing forward, even when things get tough.
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📅 1 Day to Go

🎒 Tomorrow’s the day! Pre-K Registration opens February 17.

Make sure you’ve:
✔️ Reviewed the guidelines
✔️ Gathered documents
✔️ Completed your online application
✔️ Scheduled your Central Registration appointment

Start here:
🔗 https://www.tiftschools.com/page/prek-registration-guidelines

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Showing up is fabulous!
Being at school every day helps students learn, grow, and succeed.
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All Tift County Schools and Offices are CLOSED today in observance of the President's Day Holiday! #4theT

Today we extend our appreciation to Mark Wynn, Director of Safety & Security, for his leadership, dedication, and commitment to protecting our students, staff, and all of our campuses. Your work behind the scenes and in the community helps ensure our schools remain safe, supportive places for learning. Thank you for all you do for our Blue Devil family! #4theT

Today we proudly recognize School Resource Officer Ariel Hart for her dedication to student safety and relationship-building at Northeast Middle School. Thank you for being a trusted presence for students and staff and for helping create a secure environment where learning can flourish. We appreciate you! #4theT

On National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, we thank Officer Jacqueline Griffin for her care and commitment to our students and staff. Your presence helps create a safe and supportive atmosphere at Tift County High School, and we truly appreciate all you do. #4theT

We’re proud to recognize Officer Tony Amaya today for his dedication to safety and the meaningful relationships he builds at G O Bailey Elementary. Thank you for supporting students, staff, and families while helping maintain a safe learning environment. #4theT

Today we celebrate Officer Gage Castleberry for his service, positive influence, and commitment to keeping Omega Elementary. The connections you build with students and staff help strengthen our entire school community. Thank you for all you do! #4theT

On this National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, we recognize Officer Ronald Chatfield for his dedication, professionalism, and commitment to student safety at Matt Wilson Elementary. Thank you for the relationships you build and for helping create a secure environment where students can thrive. #4theT

We’re thankful today for Officer Renae Young and the important role she plays in protecting and supporting Annie Belle Clark Elementary. Your ability to connect with students while maintaining a safe environment truly makes a difference. Thank you for all you do! #4theT

Today we recognize Officer Chad McDaniel for his commitment to safety, mentorship, and community at Charles Spencer Elementary. Thank you for investing in relationships with students and staff and for helping ensure our campuses remain safe, supportive places for learning. #4theT

On National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, we thank Officer Jill Merritt for her dedication to student safety and her positive presence at Len Lastinger Elementary. The relationships you build each day make a lasting difference. We are grateful for your service and care for our school community.#4theT