Tift County Schools

The May edition of the Tift County Schools Newsletter is now available: https://tiftcountyschools.edurooms.com/engage/tift-county-schools-district/newsletters/tift-county-schools-newsletter-may-2025 #4theT

Notice of Public Meeting for parents of private schooled/home schooled students who have been or may be identified with a disability. You must reside within the boundaries of Tift County. #4theT

Thank You! Thank you to everyone who came out yesterday to help welcome Mr. Markcus Lawson to Charles Spencer Elementary and the Tift County Schools family! We are excited for the amazing things ahead under Mr. Lawson’s leadership. #4theT

🎓 TCHS Class of 2025 Graduation Information🎓 We’re just a little over a week away from celebrating a huge milestone — Graduation 2025! Let’s come together to honor the hard work, growth, and achievements of our incredible seniors. 📍 Location: Brodie Field 🕔 Gates Open: 5:00 PM 🪑 Guest Seating: Please be seated by 7:00 PM sharp Important Info for All Guests: ✅ All attendees will enter through Weapons Detection 🎒 Our Clear Bag Policy will be followed #4theT

More information about the PINES Library Access for Youth (PLAY) Student Library Card Program. Available soon for all Tift County students! #4theT

Charles Spencer Elementary parents and students are invited to a Meet and Greet with Mr. Markcus Lawson on Tuesday, May 13th, 2025, in the Media Center at the school. Mr. Lawson will be joining the Charles Spencer community as principal for the upcoming 2025–2026 school year, and this is a great opportunity to get to know him and welcome him to our school and community. We look forward to seeing you there! #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

STARTING TODAY! 🎨 "A Day in My Shoes" – A Tift County Schools Art Exhibit 👟 Step into the world of our talented students and see life through their eyes! 🖼 Featuring artwork from all grade levels across all Tift County Schools, this fun and inspiring exhibition showcases the creativity and hard work of our students. 📅 Dates: May 12 – 23 🕑 Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 Location: The Syd Blackmarr Art Center 🗓 Free Public Reception Sunday May 18th 2:00 - 4:00pm Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the imagination and perspective of our incredible young artists! #4theT

Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Tift County Schools! 💐 Today we celebrate the love, strength, and dedication of all the amazing moms and mother figures in our lives. Thank you for all you do! 💙 #HappyMothersDay #4theT

Looking for Fun Activities This Summer? ☀️🎉 Check out this awesome guide full of programs and events happening in our area, compiled by the Tift County Commission on Children & Youth! Whether you're searching for summer camps, sports, arts, or educational activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. 📌 Please Note: This guide is provided as a community resource. The events and programs listed are not endorsed by Tift County Schools. For details or to register, please contact the individual program organizers directly. #4theT https://www.tiftschools.com/page/community-events

Tuesday was Georgia Future Educator Signing Day, and Ms. Hope Vance’s Early Childhood CTAE Pathway students at Tift County High School formally committed to careers in teaching—affirming their dedication to inspiring and guiding the next generation in classrooms across the state. We can’t wait to welcome them back to Tift County Schools as future educators! 🍎📚 #4theT

On Tuesday, students in Mrs. Alex Thompson’s healthcare class at Tift County High School took the next step toward professional practice by participating in Southern Regional Technical College’s pinning ceremony, marking the completion of their Certified Nursing Assistant clinical hours; their skill, compassion, and ability to balance rigorous academics with real-world patient care set a high bar for future cohorts. #4theT

A big thank you to the Tifton Women's Club for their generous donation of extra boxes and decorations for our Books on the Bus initiative! Their support helps us reach even more students, making reading a fun and accessible part of their daily bus rides. Pictured: Laura Jones, member of the Tifton Women's Club, alongside Michele Nobles, Tift County Pre-K Specialist. #4theT

🎉 Congratulations to our Teacher Appreciation Week Winner for Drawing #36! 🎉 Still going strong as we continue honoring the heart of our schools — our incredible teachers! 👉 Watch the winner reveal here: https://youtu.be/DPJAjb3ba9U #Drawing36 #4theT 🍎🎁

🎉 Congratulations to our Teacher Appreciation Week Winner for Drawing #35! 🎉 We’re wrapping up this special week with more well-deserved recognition — thank you for all you do! 👉 Watch the announcement here: https://youtu.be/n7zAx2Sagl8 #Drawing35 #4theT 🍎💛

🎉 Congratulations to our Teacher Appreciation Week Winner for Drawing #34! 🎉 The celebration continues as we recognize another amazing educator on this final day of giveaways! 👉 Watch the winner reveal here: https://youtu.be/yvtQ-_zjw3I #Drawing34 #4theT 🍎🙌

🎉 Congratulations to our Teacher Appreciation Week Winner for Drawing #33! 🎉 It’s the last day of our giveaways, and celebrating the amazing educators who make Tift County great! 👉 Watch the first drawing of the day: https://youtu.be/xq6BoBbQIpA #Drawing33 #4theT 🍎🏁

🍎 TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK #4theT!

🍎 TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK #4theT!

🎉 Congratulations to our Teacher Appreciation Week Winner for Drawing #38! 🎉 We’re closing in on the final few drawings — but there’s still time to spotlight more amazing educators! 👉 Catch the winner reveal here: https://youtu.be/4t1r1eeMMRw #Drawing38 #4theT 🍎🎊