🎉 Mark Your Calendars for the ESMS Registration Rally! 🎉
Parents of rising 6th–8th graders are invited to the ESMS Registration Rally on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, from 5:30–7:30 PM at Eighth Street Middle School.
This informational event is designed to help families learn more about the registration process and Connection Classes that will be offered for the upcoming school year. Parents and students will have the opportunity to explore programs, watch Connection Class video presentations, meet teachers, and ask questions so they feel prepared before registration opens.
✨ Meet ESMS teachers
🎥 Watch Connection Class video presentations
📝 Learn about the registration process with your child
🌮 Food provided
🎟️ Raffle prizes available
🗣️ Spanish interpreters available
👉 Click the link to register: https://forms.gle/d1TJgvmwJzL3V7Jn9
Or scan the QR code on the flyer.
We look forward to welcoming you to ESMS and helping your family get ready for a successful school year!
As part of our standard safety procedures, the clear bag policy will be in effect, and weapons detection will be used for all guests.
Partnerships with amazing local businesses like Griffin Ford help provide our students with opportunities to Collaborate, Learn, and Achieve both in and out of the classroom. We are grateful for your support of our future engineers, problem-solvers, and leaders!
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Attention future Blue Devil golfers! Middle school golf tryouts will be held:
📅 Wednesday, January 28th
🕓 4:15 PM – 5:45 PM
📍 Springhill Country Club
🚗 Parents must provide transportation to and from tryouts.
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A huge thank you to Rosalie Reeder with Tifton Tourism for generously donating door prizes for our upcoming ESMS Registration Rally on February 10th!
We are so grateful for your support and for helping us make our ESMS Registration Rally something special for our students. 🎉
The event is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Tifton, ABAC Circle K, TCHS & TA Key Clubs
For more information visit: https://aptg.co/ZP-k3_
Deadline for all entries is Friday, March 6th.
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The first practice will be this Thursday, and there will be a parent meeting immediately after practice at 5:30 PM.
This is an important opportunity to go over the season details, expectations, and answer any questions. We look forward to seeing all of our players and families there!
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With below-freezing temperatures expected over the next few days, we want to remind parents and guardians to please send students to school dressed warmly each day.
✅ Bundle up with layers:
• Heavy coat
• Hat
• Gloves
• Warm socks
• Extra layers as needed
🚌 Bus Riders:
If possible, students should wait inside until 5 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time to limit time in the cold. Being dressed appropriately is especially important in case of unexpected delays.
Thank you for helping us keep our students safe, warm, and ready to learn!
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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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It's time for Middle School Track & Field tryouts!
✨ Girls Tryouts
📅 Monday & Wednesday
⏰ 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
✨ Boys Tryouts
📅 Tuesday & Thursday
⏰ 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
📍 Location: Northeast Middle School Track
🚌 The activity bus will transport all students from ESMS to NEMS each day.
⚠️ This schedule is only for January 26th–29th.
We can’t wait to see our future Blue Devils on the track!
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We’re excited to announce the students who will represent Tift County on the courts this season!
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Take a look at the breakfast and lunch menus for the week of January 26–30!
Our nutrition team is serving up meals that help fuel learning and keep our students energized all week long 💙
Menus are always available anytime by visiting Explore > Dining on your school’s website.
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📸 View the full photo album here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/GL9bspEsbMEQiaXK9
📣 Reminder! Upcoming Parent/Student Meeting - Two Weeks Away🏈🏀📣
If your middle school or high school student is interested in Football, Basketball, or Competition Cheer next year, don’t miss this important meeting!
📅 Thursday, February 5
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Tift County High School – Commons
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Scoliosis Screening Information
Parents and Guardians:
Eighth Street Middle School will conduct scoliosis screenings on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. These screenings help identify possible spinal curvature and are quick, noninvasive, and conducted by trained school staff.
All eligible students will participate unless the school has a completed opt-out form on file. Scoliosis screening opt-out forms were sent home with students yesterday.
⏰ Opt-Out Form Due Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
Please return the form only if you do NOT want your child to participate in the screening. No action is needed if you would like your student to be screened.
📅 Screening Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
❄️ Join us for the ESMS Winter Wonderland Dance! ❄️
Friday, February 6th from 6:30–8:30 PM in the ESMS gym.
This dance is for For ESMS students only.
Tickets are $10 and include admission, pizza, chips, and a drink.
All tickets must be purchased in advance through School Cash Online by January 30th.
Click on the link below to purchase tickets or set up your account:
https://tiftschools.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/1695/454/False/True
📚🌎 Migrant & ESOL Parent Meeting Tonight– You’re Invited! 🌎📚
Join us for a special ESOL and Migrant Parent Meeting designed to support your family and your child’s success in school.
🗓 Tuesday, January 20, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Tift County Schools Administrative Office - 506 W. 12th Street
✨ What to Expect:
Learn about our ESOL Program and how it benefits students
How to use Infinite Campus to check grades and attendance
Why ACCESS testing is important
An interactive reading workshop with easy strategies to use at home
📖 Bonus for Families:
Each family will receive free bilingual books to take home and enjoy together—our gift to you!
Your involvement matters. When families and schools work together, children succeed.
We truly appreciate your support and hope to see you there!
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Parents and students in grades 6–8 who are interested in trying out for middle school track are invited to attend an interest meeting:
🗓 Tuesday, January 20, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Eighth Street Middle School
This meeting will cover important information about the upcoming track season and the tryout process. Both students and parents are encouraged to attend.
Let’s get ready for an exciting track season!
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🎾 TOMORROW! Middle School Tennis Tryouts 🎾
Don’t forget—middle school tennis tryouts are TOMORROW, Monday, January 20!
Here’s a last-minute checklist:
✔️ Transportation provided to the tennis courts at Tift County High School
✔️ Make sure your physical is on file
✔️ Bring your own tennis racquet
Questions? Contact Coach Saturday at brian.saturday@tiftschools.com.
Good luck to all our future Blue Devil tennis players! 💙🎾
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Dr. King’s life reminds us that progress happens when we work together, continue to learn, and take action to make a difference — Collaborate | Learn | Achieve. #4theT
