In addition to their team championship, the ESMS team members were the top four high individual scorers in the event and achieved the highest overall team score out of all junior and senior teams competing in the South Region.
The team will advance to compete at the State CDE in Athens this March.
We are incredibly proud of their hard work, preparation, and commitment to excellence.
Team Members:
• Josie Golden
• Laurel Rogers
• Will McClendon
• JR Wise
• Reid Lovett
Our middle school track teams will be competing today at the Kenny Moore II Middle School Invitational at Lowndes High School.
🗓 Today
⏰ Meet begins at 4:00 PM
🎟 Admission: $5 (Cash only at the gate)
Come out and support our student-athletes work #4theT!
#4theT
✨ One Voice earned 1st Place in the Middle School Division, with Shelby Flores taking home Best Female Soloist honors.
✨ Ladies Choice captured 1st Place in the Singles Division.
✨ And once again, Eighth Street Singing Company was named Grand Champions in the Mixed II Division, also earning Overall Best Vocals and Overall Best Effects!
Eighth Street Singing Company will travel to Nationals in March! We are incredibly proud of these talented students and directors for representing Tift County so well.
#4theT
📘 2026 ESMS Yearbooks are on sale now!
The deadline to purchase your 2026 ESMS Yearbook is March 30th.
Yearbooks are $40 each.
Students may purchase two ways:
• At school by bringing $40 cash or check to Mrs. Griffin in the ESMS Media Center
(Please make checks payable to ESMS)
• Online at www.yearbookordercenter.com
Enter school code 00070 and select Eighth Street Middle School
Don’t wait until the last minute! Once sales close, we are unable to order extras.
Cool off with Kona Ice during our PBIS event on
📅 Thursday, February 19th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
💳 Pre-pay available!
Scan the QR code or use the code K374X6968620 to skip the line!
https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K374X6968620
Today we proudly celebrate National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day. 💙
At Eighth Street Middle School, we are incredibly thankful for our SROs, Donald Franklin and Ana Torres, and the impact they make every single day.
SRO Franklin and SRO Torres are more than law enforcement officers. They are mentors, role models, and trusted presences in our school community. Their dedication to keeping our students safe, supported, and cared for does not go unnoticed.
Thank you, SRO Franklin and SRO Torres, for all you do for ESMS. 💙🛡️
#SROAppreciationDay #ESMS #TiftCountySchools#4theT
Fueling our students for success starts with a great meal! Take a look at this week’s breakfast and lunch offerings.
📅 February 16 – February 20
Daily menus are always available anytime by visiting Explore > Dining on your school’s website.
#4theT
Just a reminder that all Tift County Schools and offices are closed today.
We will reopen on Tuesday, February 17th following the Presidents’ Day holiday.
Enjoy the long weekend and we look forward to seeing everyone back on Tuesday!
#4theT
Eighth Street Middle School families of rising 8th graders,
The Rising 8th Grade Registration Video and Sample Registration Form for the 2026–2027 school year are now available.
This is a preview to help families prepare before registration papers are sent home. We encourage you to watch the video and review the form carefully with your child ahead of time.
Students will select:
• 4 primary connection requests (Numbered 1–4)
• 2 alternate requests (Numbered 5–6)
📌 Important Dates:
• Registration forms will go home by February 20th
• Signed forms will be due by February 23rd
Rising 8th graders may choose connection courses that offer high school credit. Please read the fine print on the registration form carefully, as these year-long courses are clearly identified and will become part of your child’s high school transcript.
Taking time now to review options together will help ensure thoughtful course selections when registration begins.
🎥 Watch the Rising 8th Grade Registration Video here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WBimWI5ho9da1ePesr7ysg_PNcqTmUAC/view?usp=sharing
📄 View the Sample Registration Form here:
https://aptg.co/G6DlMb
We are excited to get you registered for an amazing 8th grade year at ESMS! 💙✨
ESMS families of rising 7th graders,
Our Rising 7th Grade Registration Video and Sample Registration Form are now available.
Students are already familiar with many of our connection classes, and this is your opportunity to review options and guide their selections for the 2026–2027 school year.
🗓 Important Dates:
• Registration papers go home for parent signature by February 20th
• Forms will be collected on February 23rd
Please watch the video carefully and review the registration form together before registration begins.
🎥 Watch the Rising 6th Grade Registration Video here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IUiip-T3dN6xNj9yS8n7M6NqrwUvx7-Y/view?usp=sharing
📄 View the Sample Registration Form here:
https://aptg.co/nzkpvv
We are excited to continue building on the strong foundation your child has started at ESMS! 💙
ESMS families of rising 6th grader,
Our Rising 6th Grade Registration Video and Sample Registration Form are now available for the 2026–2027 school year.
This is a great opportunity to prepare for registration and review the sample form before official registration papers go home with students on February 20th.
Watching the video ahead of time will help you feel prepared and confident when it is time to sign and return forms.
🗓 Important Dates:
• Registration papers will be sent home for parent signature by February 20th
• ESMS staff will visit elementary schools the week of February 23rd
• Signed registration papers will be collected on February 23rd
This is such an exciting step as students prepare for middle school. We want every family to feel confident about their child’s selections.
We cannot wait to welcome our newest Blue Devils 💙
🎥 Watch the Rising 6th Grade Registration Video here:
https://drive.google.com/.../1_3PODqeEBrRO7be9Jxh.../view...
📄 View the Sample Registration Form here:
https://aptg.co/H2kftv
Today is the day to pick up your BETA Club Krispy Kreme donut orders!
Swing by Eighth Street Middle School between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM and stop by the front office to grab your boxes.
Thank you for supporting our BETA Club students. We appreciate you helping us make this fundraiser a sweet success! 💙
ESMS Families, thank you for being part of our Registration Rally!
Thank you so much to everyone who came out to our Registration Rally. It meant so much to see so many of our Eighth Street families there, and we absolutely loved meeting the students from our feeder elementary schools who will be joining us next year. We are already excited for you to be part of the ESMS family 💙
There was so much energy as families met teachers, learned about connections classes, and started planning for next year. We loved seeing students talk through their choices and get excited about what’s ahead.
If you have a minute, we would really appreciate your feedback. Scan the QR code or click on the link below to let us know what you loved, what went well, and how we can make it even better next time.
https://forms.gle/xaE2q1J2sJGkYxVx6
Thank you for showing up and supporting your students. We are so grateful for this community 💙
#EighthStreetMiddle #ESMS #BlueDevilWay #RegistrationRally#4theT
Don't forget that all Tift County Schools and offices will be closed Monday, February 16th, in observance of Presidents’ Day.
Friday, February 13th will also be a holiday for all students and staff. #4theT
Final payment for the 7th Grade Field Trip is due TOMORROW. 💵
Cash or check will be accepted 8:00–10:00 AM, and the $50 online payment option closes at midnight on Feb. 11.
https://tiftschools.schoolcashonline.com/
If your student owes more than $50, please send cash/check tomorrow.
⚠️ No payments will be accepted after tomorrow.
During flu season, knowing when to come to school, when to stay home, and when to seek medical care helps keep everyone healthy. Check out this graphic for helpful guidelines . #4theT
Parents of current 5th–7th grade students who are zoned to attend Eighth Street Middle School (ESMS) for the 2026–2027 school year are invited to join us for the ESMS Registration Rally!
📅 Tonight, Tuesday, February 10, 2026
🕠 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Eighth Street Middle School
This informational event is designed to help families feel confident and prepared before registration opens. Parents and students will learn about the registration process and explore the Connection Classes available for the upcoming school year.
What to expect:
✨ Meet ESMS teachers
🎥 Connection Class video presentations
📝 Learn about the registration process with your child
🌮 Food provided
🎟️ Raffle prizes
🗣️ Spanish interpreters available
👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/Nk5qLt2AuMuGiBnE8
👉Or scan the QR code on the flyer.
We look forward to welcoming you to ESMS and helping your family get ready for a successful school year!
#4theT
📣 ESMS Registration Rally is tomorrow night!
👉 To sign up:
📲 Scan the QR code on the graphic
🔗 Or click here to register: https://forms.gle/Nk5qLt2AuMuGiBnE8
