📢 The Eighth Street Edition 📢 Check out The Eighth Street Edition for the week of October 13 - October 17! Don’t miss out on what’s coming up at ESMS! 💙 #4theT
about 10 hours ago, Krista Griffin
Eighth Street Edition Oct. 13-Oct. 17

🍂 Fall Break is Almost Here! 🍂
Mark your calendars for October 16th – 22nd!

📌 Thursday, October 16th – Parent Conference Day & Destination Day
📌 Wednesday, October 22nd – Teacher Inservice Day

We are in the 2nd 9 weeks of school. Take this time to rest, recharge, and refresh so we can finish out the semester strong! #4theT

4 days ago, Dana Spurlin
Fall Break 2025
Our 8th grade Healthcare students got an inside look at the world of surgery thanks to Dr. Kaiser! 💙 He shared his story, talked about teamwork in healthcare, and inspired our future medical professionals. 🩺#ctaedelivers!
4 days ago, Krista Griffin
Guest Speaker, Dr. Laiser
Congratulations to our ESMS FFA members! 🌸

Dahlia McRae and Jessica Williams competed in the Georgia National Fair Floral Design Competition this year with the theme “Beachside Blossoms.” McRae placed 4th overall and Williams placed 10th overall in the Junior Division.

Students created a floral design of their choice based on the theme. Each design had to be a single, complete arrangement, just as it would be sold in a florist shop.

In addition, contestants:

Calculated the cost of the design, including any accessories, which had to be between $25 and $50 based on current wholesale prices.

Submitted an itemized cost sheet listing all materials used.

Completed their arrangement in a timed 30-minute event.

We are so proud of our talented students for showcasing their creativity, skill, and attention to detail! 🌟#ctaedelivers!
4 days ago, Krista Griffin
GA National Fair Floral Design

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

4 days ago, Krista Griffin
Grand Champion Fair Projects
Don’t be scared to save a life! 👻
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!
4 days ago, Krista Griffin
Blood Mobile

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

4 days ago, Krista Griffin
Veterans Day Celebration Breakfast
🏈 Final from Brodie Field:
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
5 days ago, Dana Spurlin
7th grade final score
🏈 Final from Bazemore-Hyder Stadium:
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
5 days ago, Dana Spurlin
6th Grade Final Score
See the Flyer for Important ESMS Field Trip Payment Deadlines!
5 days ago, Krista Griffin
ESMS Field Trip Payment Deadlines
🏈 Good luck to our 7th Grade Blue Devil Football Team as they compete in their Championship Game today against Hahira Middle School!

📅 Today
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Brodie Field

Come out and show your support! GoBigBlue! #4theT
6 days ago, Dana Spurlin
7th Grade Football Championship
🏈 Good luck to our 6th Grade Blue Devil Football Team as they compete in their Championship Game today against Valdosta Middle!

📅 Today
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 Bazemore-Hyder Stadium - Valdosta, GA

Let’s cheer them on to victory! GoBigBlue! #4theT
6 days ago, Dana Spurlin
6th Grade Football Championship
💙 Happy National Instructional Coach Day! 💙

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!
7 days ago, Krista Griffin
National Instructional Coaches Day
📸 School Picture Day is almost here!
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!
7 days ago, Krista Griffin
ESMS Picture Day Information
🏈 Join the Huddle! 🏈
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!
7 days ago, Krista Griffin
ESMS Parent Workshop #2
📚✨ SAVE THE DATE: Meet Me at the Library! ✨📚
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
7 days ago, Dana Spurlin
Meet me at the library
Meet me at the library
With only the state meet left on their schedule, both middle school cross country teams wrapped up the weekend with strong 4th place finishes! Congratulations to our athletes on a great season so far, and best of luck as you race at State! #4theT
8 days ago, Dana Spurlin
Middle School Cross Country
Congratulations to our 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Students of the Month!
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!
10 days ago, Krista Griffin
September SOM
September SOM
September SOM
At ESMS, students must complete all of their Exact Path assignments each month. For September, every student who finished all of their assignments had their name entered into a Kona Ice lottery! Out of all those hard-working students, six lucky winners were drawn.

Way to go to ALL of our students who met their goals, and congratulations to these six for winning Kona Ice!
10 days ago, Krista Griffin
Kona Ice Lottery Wi nners  September

🥞💙 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

11 days ago, Dana Spurlin
Wrestling Fundraiser