We’re sharing the breakfast and lunch menus for the week of January 19–23 to help families plan ahead!
✨ No school Monday, January 19 – MLK Holiday
We’ll see students back on Tuesday, ready to learn and fueled for success!
Find menus anytime at Explore > Dining on your school’s website.
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📅2026 - 2027 School Year Calendar Approved📅
At last night's meeting, the Tift County Board of Education approved the calendar for the 2026–2027 School Year!
✔️ 178 instructional days for students
📚 First day of school: Monday, August 3, 2026
As we look ahead, we remain committed to Collaborate | Learn | Achieve as we prepare for another successful year supporting our students, staff, and families. More details and key dates will be shared as we get closer.
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All Tift County Schools and offices will be closed Monday, January 19, in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday.
Parents of 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders—don’t forget to join us for Engaging Elementary School, an important parent information session focused on testing and what you need to know to support your child.
🗓 January 22, 2026
⏰ 5:00 – 6:00 PM
📍 Your child’s elementary school
We’ll cover GMAS, test prep resources, test-taking strategies, understanding score reports, and tips for helping with test anxiety—plus middle school transition and registration information for 5th grade families.
💙 Presented by the Tift County Schools Parent Engagement Program
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Our 2026 Sweets & Songs performances kick off tomorrow at the Tift County High School Performing Arts Center!
✨ Come cheer on our elementary students as they light up the stage
🎤 Catch the Tift County Show Choirs as they debut their 2026 competition shows
🍬 Enjoy a sweet tradition the whole family will love
📅 Dates and times vary by school — be sure to check the images for your school’s performance schedule.
We can’t wait to see you there.
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Today’s the perfect excuse to tackle that stack of papers, wrangle those stray sticky notes, and give your workspace a fresh start. A clean desk = a clear mind (and maybe even a little extra productivity).
Whether you’re a teacher prepping for lessons or a student gearing up to learn, a tidy workspace helps set the tone for success. Here’s to starting fresh and staying focused!
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Check out the breakfast and lunch menus for the week of January 12–16!
Fueling our students with nutritious meals to power learning every day 💙
You can always find menus anytime by visiting Explore > Dining on your school’s website.
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Today, we say thank you to our system security staff and all of our local law enforcement partners for working together to keep our schools safe and secure every single day.
Your dedication, collaboration, and commitment to our students and staff do not go unnoticed—and we are truly grateful for all you do.
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The Blue Devil Way is to attend school every day!
Can’t be there? Make us aware.
📞📧 Contact your school by phone or email.
This flow chart is designed to help parents understand attendance expectations by explaining:
✔️ What counts as an excused vs. unexcused absence
✔️ What truancy means
✔️ How schools respond to unexcused absences
Being informed helps families support student success—because every day counts.
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Parents of 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders—this one’s for you! Join us for an informative parent session designed to help you support your child as testing season approaches.
🗓 January 22, 2026
⏰ 5:00 – 6:00 PM
📍 Your child’s elementary school
Topics we’ll cover:
✅ GMAS overview
✅ Georgia Experience Online & tools available to students
✅ How to access GMAS test prep at home
✅ Test-taking strategies
✅ Test anxiety & tips to help at home
✅ Understanding test reports
✅ Middle School Transition & Registration Info (for 5th grade parents)
🎤 Presented by the Tift County Schools Parent Engagement Program
We look forward to partnering with you to help our students feel confident and prepared.
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Join us for one of our sweetest traditions of the year! Sweets & Songs 2026 is coming to the Tift County High School Performing Arts Center January 16–18, and you don’t want to miss it!
✨ Our elementary students will take the stage to show off their talents
🎤 The Tift County Show Choirs will debut their 2026 competition shows at each performance
🍰 Amazing performances = a perfect night out for the whole family
📅 Dates & times vary by school — be sure to check the images for specific performance schedules.
Come support our students, enjoy incredible music, and get a first look at what’s ahead for Show Choir this season. You don’t want to miss this!
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The RKL Education Foundation, Incorporated, with the support of the Georgia District of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, is proud to host the Greater Atlanta HBCU College Fair on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at South Gwinnett High School.
This FREE, statewide event gives Georgia students and families a rare opportunity to meet face-to-face with HBCU admissions and financial aid counselors from across the country—all in one place.
📊 Why attend?
• In 2025, 1,648+ students and parents attended
• 42 colleges and universities represented
• $700,000+ in band scholarships and $300,000+ in academic scholarships awarded on site
🎺 What to expect in 2026:
✔️ HBCU band scholarship auditions with college band directors
✔️ Essay & Art Contests with scholarship awards
✔️ NEW! Interactive college readiness workshops supporting academic, social, and emotional transitions to college
📍 This statewide fair is a unique opportunity for students to connect directly with admissions officers and scholarship decision-makers—don’t miss it!
📝 Register today:
👉 https://fair.hbcucf.org
📲 Stay connected:
Follow on Instagram @greateratlantahbcucf for updates and highlights
🎥 Visit fair.hbcucf.org to watch the event recap video and see the real impact of this powerful college-access initiative.
It’s a short week, and we’re excited to welcome students back tomorrow! Be sure to check out what’s on the menu for breakfast and lunch.
👉 Menus are always available under Explore > Dining on your school’s website.
📅 Students return Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Let’s keep the momentum going!
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🎭🎶 On the move and making a statement! 🎨🩰
Over the break, our Fine Arts truck got a brand-new wrap, and it’s turning heads everywhere it goes! This stunning upgrade showcases our incredible students from across all of our fine arts programs—and there’s no mistaking that these are Tift County students!
Keep an eye out for it on the road 👀
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✨ The truck looks AMAZING—and so does the talent it represents!
We’re excited to see all staff members tomorrow morning for the first day back after Christmas Break. Thank you for the dedication, care, and heart you bring to our students each day. Here’s to a strong and successful second half of the school year!
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Here’s to a healthy, joyful, and unforgettable 2026! #4theT
Tift County middle and high school students now have access to ESE Mental Health for high-quality mental health services.
Through this partnership, students will have increased access to licensed mental health professionals who can provide counseling and support —right here in our school community. This initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to the well-being of every student and to creating safe, supportive environments where they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
We are grateful for this opportunity to work together in supporting the whole child.
Thank you GaDOE for listening to our concerns and acknowledging the importance of providing service opportunities to our students in need. We hope to expand this service to all students in the near future.
For additional information, please contact your school principal or school counselor.
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🍑Time is running out for you to participate in the 2025 Peach Education Tax Credit. 🍑
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.
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