We’re proud to announce that two of our ESMS FFA members earned Grand Champion honors for their Georgia National Fair exhibits!
🏆 Paislee Crumley earned Grand Champion Agriscience Mini Booth for her experiment on Color-Changing Flowers.
🏆 Josie Golden received Grand Champion Live Plant with her Asparagus Fern entry.
Way to go, ESMS FFA! 💙💛#ctaedelivers
The Big Red Bus will be at Eighth Street Middle School on Wednesday, October 22 from 9–2.
Donate blood and receive a $20 gift card, spooky T-shirt, and free health checkup!
We’re honored to celebrate the brave men and women who have served our country! Join us for our annual Veterans Day Breakfast on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in the ESMS Media Center. RSVP using the link below or click on the QR code by Monday, Nov. 3rd to be featured in our Veterans Day slideshow.
Register at: https://forms.gle/RfZvrYpVCh4Hbc7EA
7th Grade Blue Devils fall to Hahira Middle, 16–6, in the Championship Game.
We are proud of the fight our players showed and the dedication that carried them to this point in the season. Go Big Blue! #4theT
6th Grade Blue Devils fall to Valdosta Middle, 38-0, in the Championship Game.
We are proud of our players and coaches for an outstanding season and the hard work that brought them to this point. Go Big Blue! #4theT
📅 Today
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Brodie Field
Come out and show your support! GoBigBlue! #4theT
📅 Today
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Bazemore-Hyder Stadium - Valdosta, GA
Let’s cheer them on to victory! GoBigBlue! #4theT
Today we’re celebrating Mrs. Julie Gibbs, our incredible ESMS Instructional Coach! Her support, positivity, and dedication make such a difference for our teachers and students every single day.
Thank you, Mrs. Gibbs, for all you do to make ESMS stronger, brighter, and better!
Eighth Street Middle School Picture Day will be Wednesday, October 8th, 2025.
Students should come picture-ready and bring their best smiles! 😊 Order forms went home today, but families can also order online by visiting:
👉 https://bpiphotography.net/view-order-photos/
Follow these steps to order online:
1️⃣ Click the link above.
2️⃣ In the box provided, type Eighth Street Middle School.
3️⃣ Select Fall Underclass.
4️⃣ Choose 25–26 Eighth Street Middle School Fall UC.
5️⃣ Enter your email address to view and place your order.
📘 These photos will be featured in the 2026 ESMS Yearbook!
Parents, be part of the winning team at our ESMS Parent Workshop #2: “Merging with Middle School – What Parents Need to Know.”
📅 Tuesday, October 7
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 ESMS Media Center
(Enter through the Main Lobby. The weapons detection system and clear bag policy will be in effect.)
Parents who attend will be entered into a raffle for their child to win a FREE 2026 ESMS Yearbook in May! 📘
Let’s huddle up and make this year great!
Tift County Schools is teaming up with the Tifton–Tift County Public Library for an afternoon of fun!
📅 Thursday, October 23rd
🕓 4:00 – 6:00 PM
📍 Tifton–Tift County Public Library - 245 Love Avenue
Bring the whole family and enjoy games, crafts, books, and more! Don’t miss this chance to celebrate learning and community together. #4theT
We are so proud of these outstanding students who have shown great effort, leadership, and positivity at ESMS. Keep shining and setting the example for others!
Way to go to ALL of our students who met their goals, and congratulations to these six for winning Kona Ice!
🥞💙 REMINDER: Pancake Fundraiser for Tift County Wrestling 💙🥞
Come out and support our 6th–12th grade wrestlers!
📅 TOMORROW: Saturday, October 4th
🕘 9:00 – 11:00 AM
📍 Eighth Street Middle School Gym Lobby
Enjoy a delicious breakfast of 3 pancakes, sausage, eggs, and a drink — all for just $10!
🍴 Dine in or Carry Out
💵 Cash, Venmo, or Cash App accepted
All proceeds benefit Tift County Wrestling. #4theT
Real-World Learning!
In Mrs. Sanders' business class, students are learning practical skills they'll use for years to come. #ctaedelivers
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Accepted payment methods: cash, Venmo, and Cash App.
