Take a look at what’s on the menu for the week of May 11–15 in Tift County Schools!
Printable menus are always available at:
Tift County Schools Menus
You can also check the daily menu on your school’s website under Explore → Dining.
We look forward to serving our students another great week of meals!
#4theT




There will be a mandatory player-parent meeting for all Tift County softball players (middle and high school) on Tuesday, May 12th at 6:00 p.m. in the Career Center at Tift County High School.
Important information regarding the upcoming season, booster club announcements, summer schedules, expectations, and program details will be discussed. All players and at least one parent/guardian are expected to attend.
We look forward to seeing everyone there! 🥎

We are excited to announce this talented group of student-athletes who will represent #4theT on the field this fall. These young ladies have already shown dedication, hard work, and commitment, and we can’t wait to see what they accomplish together.
Please join us in congratulating all of the players selected for the 2026 Middle School Lady Devil Softball Team.
Go Big Blue! 🥎 #4theT

Today’s winners include Mrs. Crystal Gordon, Mr. Michael Hancock, Mr. Garrett Lightfoot, Mrs. Joanna Orozco, Mrs. Thea Sims, Mrs. Angel Gray, Mrs. Krista Griffin, Ms. Chloe Hoover, and Mrs. Tami Stilwell.
We appreciate your generosity in helping us celebrate our amazing teachers and staff during an awesome Teacher Appreciation Week!









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!
#4theT







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.
#4theT

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!
#4theT





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! 💙
#4theT

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!
#4theT


⏰ 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

