Today is National Administrative Professionals Day, and we are so happy to celebrate Mrs. Rachel Futch, Mr. Earnest Parson, Mrs. Margaret Sanders, and Mrs. Emily Stringer—incredible members of our ESMS team whose dedication, attention to detail, and positive spirit help keep our school thriving. 💼📚
From keeping the books to greeting families with a smile and supporting students and staff behind the scenes, their impact is felt in every corner of our school.
We’re so thankful for all they do to make Eighth Street Middle School a welcoming, positive, and organized place to learn and grow. 💙
Last Friday, 325 of our student-athletes received their annual sports physicals free of charge! A huge THANK YOU to the amazing providers & staff at Georgia Sports Medicine, our TCHS Sports Medicine & HOSA student volunteers, and Que Smith, Practice Manager at GSM for organizing this successful event! 🙌🏽⚕️🏈⚽️🥎⚾️🎾🤼♂️🏀🏌🏻♀️ #4theT
📢 The Eighth Street Edition 📢 Check out The Eighth Street Edition for the week of April 21-April 25! Don’t miss out on what’s coming up at ESMS! 💙 #4theT
There will be an interest meeting for the 2025 Cross Country team on Monday, April 28th, at 5:30 p.m. in the TCHS media center. Any upcoming 6th-12th graders who are interested in joining the team should attend. #4theT
🌟 TOMORROW AT 12:00PM IS THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION! 🌟
Tift County Schools has been selected to participate in the 2025 Teacher Hero Awards sponsored by Grace Ed Technologies! This special program honors outstanding educators from across the Southeast—those who go above and beyond both in and out of the classroom. We will select one deserving teacher from our district who truly embodies what it means to be a Teacher Hero: ✨ Outstanding dedication ✨ Strong character and leadership ✨ A positive example for students, peers, and the community ✨ Someone who makes a difference—whether through exceptional teaching or by overcoming personal challenges with courage and strength 📅 The deadline to submit your nomination is Monday, April 21st. 🏆 The winner will be announced during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5th–9th) and will receive a special award from Grace Ed Technologies. #4theT Submit your nomination at: https://forms.gle/fyjECPDso1e21YcY7
Congratulations to the 2025 Middle School Softball Team! 🥎 #4theT
📣 TCHS Competition Cheer Tryouts
Tryouts for rising 8th–12th graders will be held:
📅 April 23 & 24
⏰4:00 - 5:30
📍 Aux Gym, TCHS
Interested students can pick up a tryout packet from the front office at:
🏫 ESMS, NEMS and TCHS
Let’s see that Blue Devil spirit! 💙
#4theT
Interested in joining the Blue Devil Volleyball program? Tryouts are coming up!
📅 May 5th–7th
📍 Aux Gym, TCHS
🕒 Check the image for specific times.
❓ Questions? Contact Coach Fletcher at dfletcher@tiftschools.com
Let’s get ready to work! #4theT
ESMS would like to thank the Howard Center for showing appreciation to the faculty and staff today with delicious Cheesecake.
🎉 Just a reminder, TOMORROW (Friday, April 18th) is a holiday for all staff and students! 🎉
No alarms, no homework — just good vibes! 😎 #4theT
****TOMORROW***
FREE ATHLETIC PHYSICALS For all current 6th–12th graders 📅 Date: April 18th 📍 Location: Georgia Sports Medicine/MSK Building 2227 US Highway 41 NI, Tifton GA 31794 Time Slots: • 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Tift County Middle and High School Important Information for Parents & Guardians: • All required health forms will be provided by the head coach for students attending Tift County • All forms must be completed and signed by a parent or guardian before the physical can be performed. 📞 For questions, contact: Que Smith, MSN, RN – 229-387-1180
ESMS FFA members recently participated at the Science on the Farm event hosted by GYSTC @ South Georgia and ABAC's Georgia Museum of Agriculture. FFA members taught 4th graders from throughout South Georgia about Poultry and Plant Science.
Grateful for the hands-on experience with the TRMC surgical team! A huge thank you to Dr. Nackashi and his team for showing our Healthcare students the fundamentals of suturing and tying a surgeon’s knot. We appreciate their support of ESMS and the time invested in our students!
Thank you to Trooper Damien Serrata for taking the time to share such an important message with Dr. Wise’s Healthcare Science class. Staying informed is the first step to staying safe!
🚨 Reminder, Blue Devil family! 🚨
This Friday, April 18th, is a holiday for both staff and students! Enjoy the well deserved break! #4theT
🎓 Interested in AP Classes?
Join us for AP Night on April 17th at 6:00 PM in the Media Center!
If you are a rising 9th grade student, come learn more about the Advanced Placement (AP) courses we offer. You’ll hear directly from students, teachers, and administrators about the benefits, expectations, and opportunities that come with taking AP classes.
Don’t miss this chance to get your questions answered and start planning your academic future!
📢 The Eighth Street Edition 📢 Check out The Eighth Street Edition for the week of April 14-April 18! Don’t miss out on what’s coming up at ESMS! 💙 #4theT
Thanks to the Tifton Fire Department for responding to an alarm at Eighth Street Middle School earlier this evening. It was determined that a faulty sensor caused the alarm. #4theT
🎶🏆 Huge congratulations to Tift County’s One Voice Show Choir for bringing home 1st Place with Superior Ratings AND winning the Overall Middle School Division trophy! 🥇🎤
Your talent, dedication, and teamwork lit up the stage—and your hard work paid off in a big way. Tift County is proud of you! 💙✨
One Voice had their end of season banquet and recognized the 7th and 8th grade classes for all of their hard work and dedication this year. We are so proud of all of these students and can’t wait to see what they have in store for us next season! We love you One Voice 💙🎶🎤 #4theT #tiftcountyshowchoirs
