Our commitment to student safety extends to addressing the opioid crisis. Narcan, an opioid antagonist, is available at every school site. This life-saving medication can reverse the effects of an overdose and protect our students and community. #SafetyFirst #4theT
Through a partnership with Southwell, all Tift County Students, Staff and Retirees can be seen for non-emergent/sick visits at the clinic at 8th Street Middle School Monday-Friday from 7:30 am – 4:00 pm. Having a clinic within our school campus provides a convenient option for our staff and students when ill. *Children must have parental consent to be seen. #SafeTyFirst #4theT
The 7th Grade Football team had a great game in Valdosta with a 30-0 victory this afternoon! Unfortunately, the 8th grade game was canceled due to the rain. #4theT
The Middle School Softball team faced their first loss today, falling 8-0 against Coffee. However, they bounced back strong, winning the second game 4-3! The playoffs begin at home this Tuesday at 4:30. Let’s show our support! #4theT
The Tiftarea YMCA is offering a School Holiday Camp for students tomorrow from 7am - 4pm. See the image for details. #4theT
All athletic contests scheduled to take place today on the campus of Tift County High School have been canceled. Middle School Volleyball has also been canceled. Middle School Softball will still play their game at Northeast and Middle School Football games will still be played in Valdosta. Practices will proceed as scheduled. #4theT
In addition to all the existing safety and security measures in place, Tift County Schools has been researching and obtaining pricing for metal detectors. Currently, we are in the process of ordering metal detectors, once on hand they will be installed at our secondary schools. #4theT
After communicating with the National Weather Service and the local Emergency Management Agency we have determined that weather conditions predicted for our area are not suitable for the normal course of operation. As a result, all Tift County Schools will be closed Thursday, September 26th and Friday, September 27th. The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Please stay safe and follow local weather updates. We will continue to provide further information as needed. #4theT
ESMS HOSA would like to thank HOSA State President-Elect, Gianna White, for joining us at our ESMS HOSA meeting on Sept. 18th! We are grateful for your inspiring visit. Don’t forget, our next meeting is on October 24th! #HOSA #FutureHealthProfessionals
🥎 Middle School Softball Sweep! 🥎
Our Tift County Middle School Softball team came out strong yesterday, sweeping Pine Grove with two hard-fought victories: 8-6 and 6-5! 🔥
They’re back in action today as they take on Coffee! Come out and support these ladies!💙 #4theT
Our system security officers work to be a positive influence in our students' lives. They build trust with our students to make sure they feel safe and supported. One example is Officer Seay at Matt Wilson, she is taking time to help this student with basketball skills. #4theT
Our commitment to student safety is unwavering. That's why our fire extinguishers and fire alarms undergo annual inspections to ensure they're in top working condition. #SafetyFirst #4theT
Due to the potential for inclement weather later this week, we have had several schedule changes. For the latest schedule updates check our Athletics Calendar at: https://athletics.tiftschools.com/o/athletics/events
We appreciate the prompt response and diligence of local and federal law enforcement agencies regarding the situation at Eighth Street Middle School today. It was only a matter of minutes between the time that we were made aware of the threat and the time that law enforcement had the student in custody. As a result of their thorough investigation, a second ESMS student was also taken into custody. We remain committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all our students and staff. #4theT
Law enforcement received information about a potential threat to Eighth Street Middle School that resulted in a student being taken into custody. We are unaware of any further threat to students or staff in connection with this incident. We appreciate the partnership with law enforcement and their swift response to this situation. As is the case for systems across the state and country, Tift County Schools continues to receive an increase in social media driven threats of violence. These will be investigated and handled accordingly by school officials and local law enforcement.
Please talk with your children about appropriate and inappropriate ways to express their feelings, the seriousness of making threats, and the potential consequences of their statements. Please ensure your students know who to talk to if they learn of a threat.
The ANONYMOUS ALERTS tip line is accessible from any page on our website. Students or parents can submit information related to any suspicious activity. Alerts are monitored by school administrators and system security staff and responded to in a timely manner.
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Our commitment to student safety and well-being is demonstrated by our commitment to staff each building with a dedicated clinic staff member. These healthcare professionals are available to address immediate medical needs and ensure a healthy learning environment for all students. #SafetyFirst #4theT
Jr. BETA Club Members:
Join us for our next meeting on Thursday, September 26th from 3:45-4:30 PM in the ESMS Media Center.
See you there! 🎉✨
Fall chorus concerts are coming up this Tuesday and Thursday! Be prepared with your clear bag when you enter the PAC. This new policy applies to all Tift County events not just sporting events. #4theT
🏃♀️🏃♂️ Yesterday was an exciting day for our Middle School teams at the Tiftarea Panther Prowl Cross Country Meet! Katherine Currie took 1st place in the girls' race, and our girls' team finished 4th overall! 🏅
On the boys side, they finished 1st overall with THREE boys placing in the top 10! Congrats to Rylan Nelson, Kallen Lukas, and William Maxwell for their outstanding performances! #4theT
Tifton Police Department has increased police presence around all Tift County Schools. During the month of August, Tifton Police Department issued 67 speeding citations in speed zones. School zone enforcement ensures the safety of our students, staff, and families as they enter and exit our campuses. We appreciate our First Responders and all they do for our community! #SafetyFirst #4theT
