Don’t miss the Holiday Show if the Season! 🎄
The Tift County Show Choirs invite you to the 2025 Christmas Spectacular on December 12th & 13th at the TCHS Performing Arts Center.
🎶 Two magical nights of music and holiday cheer!
🕡 Showtime: 6:30 PM each night
🎟 Adults $10 | Students $7
Come celebrate the season with us!
#4theT

about 1 hour ago, Dana Spurlin
Christmas Spectacular
Monday night hoops for our middle school boys! The 8th grade team fought to the finish but fell 45–48 to Valdosta, while the 7th grade boys dominated with a 55–22 victory! Girls teams did not play. Great job, Blue Devils! #4theT
about 21 hours ago, Dana Spurlin
MS Basketball Scores
🍧 Kona Ice is coming to ESMS! 💙
Cool off with a sweet treat tomorrow, 12/11/25, from 11:00 AM–2:00 PM!

👉 Please note: As this is not a PBIS event, students will be responsible for purchasing their own Kona Ice.

💵 Ways to Purchase:
At School: Students may purchase in person with cash, check, or debit card only (no electronic payments requiring phone access.)
Or
Students can pre-pay using the QR code on the flyer or by clicking the link below:
customer.kona-ice.com and enter the Event Code: K374X7578618 and then the zip code 31794. The pre-pay link will close at midnight tonight!
1 day ago, Krista Griffin
Kona Ice
Tift County Schools is proud to announce a new collaboration with ESE Mental Health to offer referrals to access to high-quality mental health services for our middle school and high school students.
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.
#4theT
2 days ago, Dana Spurlin
ESE Mental Health
We’re proud to recognize Bre’Ajia Everhart! Bre’Ajia, an 8th grade student at Eighth Street Middle School, has been named as a 2025 REACH Scholarship (Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen) Recipient, and we’re thrilled to recognize her accomplishment. She continues to work hard and move confidently toward her goals. Congratulations, Bre’Ajia!
#4theT
2 days ago, Dana Spurlin
Reach Scholarship Recipient
We’re thrilled to celebrate Ja’Lynn Lane! Ja’Lynn, an 8th grade student at Eighth Street Middle School student, has been named as a 2025 REACH Scholarship (Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen) Recipient, marking a well-deserved moment of recognition for her hard work and commitment. This achievement highlights her drive and determination. Congratulations, Ja’Lynn!
#4theT
2 days ago, Dana Spurlin
Reach Scholarship Recipient
We are excited to honor Lacy Sargent! Lacy, an 8th grade student at Eighth Street Middle School, has been named as a 2025 REACH Scholarship (Realizing Educational Achievement Can Happen) Recipient. This recognition highlights her hard work and commitment to excellence. Congratulations, Lacy — this achievement is just the beginning of all the great things ahead!
#4theT
2 days ago, Dana Spurlin
Reach Scholarship Recipient
Attention 8th Grade Parents!
Mark your calendar for our Pathway Palooza on January 13, 2026, from 5:30–7:30 PM at TCHS (beginning in the Commons). A clear bag policy will be in effect, and parking will be available in the student lot. Visit classrooms, meet teachers, and learn about CTAE programs, Dual Enrollment, Fine Arts courses, and more.

All 8th grade parents and parents of 9th–11th graders interested in pathway programs are encouraged to attend. Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly, as food will be provided.

Please click the link below to RSVP
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgwur8ZGRtKDBAQLnE9KjL9KCxUKrJLDCjZScP6YfPslKU8g/viewform?usp=header
2 days ago, Krista Griffin
Pathway Palooza Spanish Flyer
Pathway Palooza English Flyer
The middle school wrestling match at Thomas County Central originally scheduled for Wednesday, December 10th has been canceled.
2 days ago, Dana Spurlin
MS Wrestling

📢The Eighth Street Edition!📢 Check out The Eighth Street Edition for the week of December 8th - December 12th! Don’t miss out on what’s coming up at ESMS! #4theT

ESMS Yearbooks are on sale for $35 each until December 19th! After this date, yearbooks will be $40 each. To purchase, bring $35 cash or check to Mrs. Griffin in the Media Center. You must pay with the exact amount, as we cannot give back change. You can also pay online at www.yearbookordercenter.com. Just enter the code: 00070 to order from ESMS.

KONA Ice will be at ESMS on December 11, 2025 11:00AM - 02:00PM! To go ahead and pre-pay, go to customer.kona-ice.com and enter the Event Code : K374X7578618 and the Zip Code: 31794

3 days ago, Krista Griffin
ESMS Eighth Edition Dec. 8-Dec. 12
Congratulations to Mrs. Tiffany Williams and Mr. Parson for being chosen as Blue Devil Legends for the month of November! Our Blue Devil Legends embody the heart and spirit of Eighth Street Middle School. They lead by example, inspire others, and make a lasting impact each day. We’re proud to celebrate their excellence and commitment to ESMS!
3 days ago, Krista Griffin
Blue Devil Legends for November
Congratulations to these awesome ESMS Students for being chosen as Students of the Month for November. We are so proud of your hard work, leadership, and the positive example you set every day!
3 days ago, Krista Griffin
SOM 6th
SOM 7th
SOM 8th
SOM Ad Curriculum
It’s the Holiday Show if the Season! 🎄
The Tift County Show Choirs invite you to the 2025 Christmas Spectacular on December 12th & 13th at the TCHS Performing Arts Center.
🎶 Two magical nights of music and holiday cheer!
🕡 Showtime: 6:30 PM each night
🎟 Adults $10 | Students $7
Come celebrate the season with us!
#4theT
4 days ago, Dana Spurlin
Christmas Spectacular
That’s how you close out a season! Middle School Swim competed at Coffee County on Thursday and both teams took home 1st place. Proud of these swimmers and their hard work all season long!

#4theT
5 days ago, Dana Spurlin
MS Swim Results
✨ On Friday, the Tift County Foundation for Educational Excellence surprised one additional teacher who has been selected as a 2025 Excellence in Teaching Award Winner!

👏 Congratulations to Jacob Tatum from Eighth Street Middle School! We are proud of your commitment to students and the impact you are making every day.

#4theT
5 days ago, Dana Spurlin
Jacob Tatum TCFEE ESMS

A big splash to end the home meet schedule! Middle School Swim competed at home for the final time this season on Monday, and both the boys and girls came away with impressive 1st place finishes. Full results can be viewed at: https://aptg.co/fsDvtl

Great job, Middle School Swim Devils! 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️ #4theT

5 days ago, Dana Spurlin
MS Swim Results
🎄✨ Tift Co. FFA Holiday Market – Rescheduled! ✨🎄

Due to the forecasted weather, our Holiday Market has been rescheduled — but don’t worry, it’s still going to be an amazing event!

👉 New Date & Time:
Saturday, December 13th
1:00 PM–3:00 PM
📍 In front of Eighth Street Middle School (ESMS)

Our talented student vendors will still be offering all your favorite handmade and homegrown items, including:
💍 Jewelry
🐾 Dog collars & treats
🎨 Crafts
🍪 Baked goods
☕ Hot chocolate & cocoa bombs
🥒 Pickles
💐 Fresh & silk bouquets
🎄 Wreaths
🍲 Simmer pots, dips & dry mixes
🌶️ Salsa
🥬 Produce
…and so much more!

Come shop local, support our students, and grab the perfect Christmas or Secret Santa gifts—plus a few treats for yourself! 🎁💙💛

We can’t wait to see you there!
#4theT
8 days ago, Dana Spurlin
Student Holiday Market

🎵 Tift County Bands Present: Holiday Concerts 🎵

It’s concert week in Tift County, and our band students are ready to share the sounds of the season!

📅 Tonight
🎶 ESMS Band – 6:00 PM
🎶 TCHS Band – 7:00 PM

📅 Thursday
🎶 NEMS Band – 6:30 PM

📍 All concerts will be held at the TCHS Performing Arts Center
💙 Admission is FREE!

Join us for an evening of festive music and amazing student talent!🎄🎶

Please remember:
✔️ Clear Bag Policy is in effect
✔️ All attendees will enter through our weapons detection system

#4theT

9 days ago, Dana Spurlin
Tift County Band Concerts
🎶 Celebrate the Season with Our Middle School Choirs! 🎶

Come and join us as our Tift County Middle School Choirs present their annual Christmas Concerts!

📅 ESMS: Monday, December 8
📅 NEMS: Tuesday, December 9
📍 TCHS Performing Arts Center
⏰ Both concerts begin at 6:30 PM
🎟️ Admission: $7

Kick off the holidays with beautiful music and incredible student talent!

Please remember:
✔️ Clear Bag Policy is in effect
✔️ All guests will enter through our weapons detection systems

We look forward to celebrating the season with you! #4theT
9 days ago, Dana Spurlin
MIddle School Christmas Concerts
🍽️ This Week’s Breakfast & Lunch Menus 🍳🥗
Here are the breakfast and lunch menus for this week across Tift County Schools!

Looking ahead? You can view the full December menus by visiting:
🔗 https://www.tiftschools.com/documents/school-nutrition/menus/18803049

You can also find menus anytime by going to your school’s webpage and clicking Explore > Dining.

Let’s fuel up for a great week! #4theT
10 days ago, Dana Spurlin
PreK Menu
Elementary Menu
Middle School Menu
High School Menu