Eighth Street Middle School

🎾 REMINDER: Middle School Tennis Tryouts – January 20th! 🎾

Middle school tennis is gearing up, and tryouts are right around the corner! If your student is interested, here’s a quick reminder of what to know:

📅 Monday, January 20
🚍 Transportation will be provided to the tennis courts at Tift County High School
📝 Sign-up sheets are available at both middle schools
🩺 Physicals must be on file by January 16
🎾 Players must bring their own tennis racquet

Have questions? Contact Coach Saturday at brian.saturday@tiftschools.com.

Let’s get ready to serve up a great season!
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📣 Important 6th Grade Field Trip Reminder! 🚌🌊

The FINAL payment for the 6th grade field trip is due Wednesday, January 14.
💰 No payments will be accepted after this date.
📍 Cash/check may be brought to the school between 8:00–10:00 AM on Jan. 14.

⚠️ Please note: No new payments are being accepted—as the trip is currently full.
Questions about what you owe? Please check with your child’s science teacher.

ATTENTION ALL 8TH GRADE PARENTS!

You’re invited to Pathway Palooza at Tift County High School—an exciting evening designed to help current 8th grade students and their families explore high school opportunities before registration.

📅 January 13, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM

📍 Tift County High School (event begins in the Commons)

✨ What to Expect:

✅ Tour CTAE classrooms

✅ Meet high school teachers

✅ Explore career pathways and hands-on programs

✅ Learn about certifications, dual enrollment, and real-world skills

✅ Enjoy a meal provided by CTAE

🚗 Parking: Student Parking Lot

This event is a great opportunity for parents and students to make informed decisions about high school classes and pathway options.

📲 Please save the date and RSVP using the link below:

👉 https://forms.gle/MESCXHQ4prPDaGfN7

We can’t wait to see you there!

The Blue Devil Way is to attend school every day!

Can’t be there? Make us aware.
📞📧 Contact your school by phone or email.

This flow chart is designed to help parents understand attendance expectations by explaining:
✔️ What counts as an excused vs. unexcused absence
✔️ What truancy means
✔️ How schools respond to unexcused absences

Being informed helps families support student success—because every day counts.

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Tift County middle and high school students now have access to ESE Mental Health for high-quality mental health services.
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.
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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