Today’s winners include Mrs. Stacy Jones, Mrs. Eve Rogers, Mrs. Amanda Chaney, Mrs. Sharon Smiley, and Mr. Jeremy Morgan. We appreciate your generosity in helping us celebrate our amazing teachers and staff!
Honors Night 2026 was a special evening celebrating the hard work, dedication, and accomplishments of our students at Eighth Street Middle School! We are so proud of each student recognized and thankful for our supportive parents, wonderful families, and dedicated teachers who encourage and inspire our students every day.
Photos from the ceremony are now available below:
🎓 6th Grade Photos:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Q5pzJuNpVlXOrtB9W4PcR84dcKL7U1z7?usp=drive_link
🎓 7th Grade Photos:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1u3le1NPBH5Ii8DCl5V7DAWEHDC124A8V?usp=sharing
🎓 8th Grade Photos:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1T6tMiheypcjx0CtFuGMNzju1405_YrdQ?usp=sharing
Congratulations again to all of our Honors Night students and families! 💙🤍
🏐 REMINDER: Middle School Volleyball Tryouts 🏐
Current 5th–7th grade girls:
📅 May 11–13
⏰ 4:15 – 5:45 PM
📍 ESMS Gym
All participants must have a current athletic physical on file in order to try out.
📧 Questions? Contact: dfletcher@tiftschools.com
We can’t wait to see you on the court!
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Thank you, Jennifer Baldree, for the care, compassion, and dedication you show our students and staff every single day at Eighth Street Middle School. Your impact goes far beyond the clinic, and we are so grateful to have you!
Happy School Nurse Day! 💙
A big thank you to Surcheros for their generous support of our teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week at Eighth Street Middle School. Your kindness and partnership mean so much to our staff and school!
We are so grateful for our community partners, Plantation 59 and Surcheros, for their generous donations during Teacher Appreciation Week! Your support helps us celebrate and uplift our amazing teachers at Eighth Street Middle School. Thank you for investing in our school and our people!
🥎 DON'T FORGET: Rising 6th–8th Grade Students!
Are you interested in trying out for the 2026–2027 Middle School Softball Team?
Tryouts will be held May 6–7 from 4:15 PM – 6:00 PM at the TCHS Softball Field.
All participants must have an updated physical on file and bring your own equipment to tryouts.
If you have questions, please contact Coach Walls at jennifer.walls@tiftschools.com.
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Take a look at what’s on the menu for the week of May 4–8 in Tift County Schools!
Printable menus are always available at:
https://www.tiftschools.com/documents/school-nutrition/menus/18803049
You can also check the daily menu on your school’s website under Explore > Dining.
We look forward to serving our students a great week of meals!
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Today we celebrate Mr. Bradley Winger and the leadership he brings to Eighth Street Middle School. His positive spirit, encouragement, and steady support help create a welcoming, respectful environment where students feel confident and staff feel supported each day. He sets a tone of kindness, high expectations, and pride in our school. We are truly thankful for all he does for ESMS.
🏐DON'T FORGET: TCHS Volleyball Tryouts – 2026-2027 Season for girls currently in Grades 8-11
Tift County High School Volleyball tryouts for the 2026-2027 school year will be held May 4–6 at TCHS.
Please see the graphic for specific tryout times and t-shirt color for each grade level.
✅ Important: All athletes must have a current physical on file in order to try out.
If you have questions, please contact Coach Fletcher at dfletcher@tiftschools.com.
Good luck to all of our future Lady Blue Devils! 💙
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The Georgia Department of Education Parent Satisfaction Survey for Special Education is now open through May 31, 2026, and we would love to hear from our families.
This survey provides an opportunity for parents and guardians to share what is going well and where improvements can be made. Your feedback helps guide decisions at both the district and state levels and strengthens how we support students with disabilities.
Last year, 352 parents participated, and we hope to build on that number this year. Every response truly makes a difference.
As you visit our schools for meetings and events, please take a few minutes to complete the survey. A link has been shared with families of our students with disabilities through email and Infinite Campus.
Thank you for partnering with us to support our students!
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⏰ Reminder: Cross Country Interest Meeting Tomorrow! 🏃♂️🏃♀️
Students and parents interested in middle school or high school cross country are invited to attend our interest meeting tomorrow to learn more about the upcoming season.
📅 Monday, April 27
🕠 5:30 PM
📍 TCHS Media Center
Come ask questions and learn more about summer schedules, workouts, and what to expect for the upcoming season.
🚗 Parking: Please park in the student parking lot and enter through the Commons where weapons detection will be in place.
We look forward to seeing you! 💙🏃♂️ #4theT
Our School Nutrition team is ready to serve up delicious breakfast and lunch options for students across Tift County Schools. Check out the weekly menu and start planning your favorites for the week ahead!
📄 Printable menus are always available here:
https://www.tiftschools.com/documents/school-nutrition/menus/18803049
You can also view the daily menu for your school by visiting your school’s website and selecting Explore > Dining.
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Calling all future Lady Devils! Join us this summer for the Tift County Softball Camp, where players will have the opportunity to build skills, learn from experienced coaches, and have fun on the field.
📅 Dates: June 10–12
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Lady Devil Softball Field (TCHS)
👧 Ages: Rising 1st–8th Grade
Registration:
📲 Scan the QR code in the image to register.
💲 Camp Cost:
• $100 if registered before June 8
• $125 for registrations June 10–12
(Camp t-shirt included with registration)
⭐ Optional Add-On:
For an additional $50, campers can receive a written evaluation and scores from the coaching staff.
Pitchers will also receive a one-on-one evaluation with Coach Walls.
💳 Venmo Payment: @TiftCo_BlueDevil_Softball
📧 Questions?
Contact Jennifer Walls at jennifer.walls@tiftschools.com
Come spend a few days learning the game, improving your skills, and having fun with Lady Devil Softball!
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The Anthony Bateman Youth Center will host the final Saturday practice testing session tomorrow, April 25, to help students prepare for the upcoming Georgia Milestones Assessment System.
These sessions provide a great opportunity for students to practice testing skills and build confidence ahead of the assessments. We appreciate our community partners who continue to support the success of our students.
📅 Final Practice Test Date:
• April 25th - 10:00am - 12:30pm
📞 Questions or More Information:
229-391-3868
📧 ttift@tifton.net
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