📅2026 - 2027 School Year Calendar Approved📅
At last night's meeting, the Tift County Board of Education approved the calendar for the 2026–2027 School Year!
✔️ 178 instructional days for students
📚 First day of school: Monday, August 3, 2026
As we look ahead, we remain committed to Collaborate | Learn | Achieve as we prepare for another successful year supporting our students, staff, and families. More details and key dates will be shared as we get closer.
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All Tift County Schools and offices will be closed Monday, January 19, in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday.
Middle school and high school students interested in Football, Basketball, or Competition Cheer for the 2026–2027 school year are invited to attend this important Parent/Student Meeting.
📅 Thursday, February 5
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Commons Area – Tift County High School
This meeting will cover expectations, timelines, and important information for families planning to try out next year.
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Our 2026 Sweets & Songs performances kick off tomorrow at the Tift County High School Performing Arts Center!
✨ Come cheer on our elementary students as they light up the stage
🎤 Catch the Tift County Show Choirs as they debut their 2026 competition shows
🍬 Enjoy a sweet tradition the whole family will love
📅 Dates and times vary by school — be sure to check the images for your school’s performance schedule.
We can’t wait to see you there.
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🎾 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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Cool off with Kona Ice during our PBIS event on
📅 Thursday, January 22
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
💳 Pre-pay available!
Scan the QR code or use the code K374X2888619 to skip the line!
📣 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.
Check out the breakfast and lunch menus for the week of January 12–16!
Fueling our students with nutritious meals to power learning every day 💙
You can always find menus anytime by visiting Explore > Dining on your school’s website.
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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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Join us for one of our sweetest traditions of the year! Sweets & Songs 2026 is coming to the Tift County High School Performing Arts Center January 16–18, and you don’t want to miss it!
✨ Our elementary students will take the stage to show off their talents
🎤 The Tift County Show Choirs will debut their 2026 competition shows at each performance
🍰 Amazing performances = a perfect night out for the whole family
📅 Dates & times vary by school — be sure to check the images for specific performance schedules.
Come support our students, enjoy incredible music, and get a first look at what’s ahead for Show Choir this season. You don’t want to miss this!
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It’s a short week, and we’re excited to welcome students back tomorrow! Be sure to check out what’s on the menu for breakfast and lunch.
👉 Menus are always available under Explore > Dining on your school’s website.
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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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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All Tift County Schools and offices will be closed Monday, December 22 – Friday, January 2.
📌 Staff return: Monday, January 5
📌 Students return: Wednesday, January 7
We hope all of our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe, restful, and joyful holiday break.
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Middle school tennis will be starting up in January, and tryouts will be held on Monday, January 20th.
Here’s what you need to know:
✅ Transportation will be provided to the tennis courts at Tift County High School
✅ Sign-up sheets will be available at both middle schools starting today and again when we return from Christmas break
✅ Physicals must be on file by January 16
🎾 Players must provide their own tennis racquet
Questions? Contact Coach Saturday at brian.saturday@tiftschools.com
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We’re looking forward to an exciting season ahead and can’t wait to watch this group compete, grow, and represent Tift County with pride. Best of luck this season! 💙 #4theT
🏀 7th Grade Girls vs. Pine Grove — W, 20–9
🏀 8th Grade Girls vs. Colquitt — L, 29–21
🏀 7th Grade Boys vs. Hahira — L, 52–39
Congratulations to all of our middle school teams on a great season! We’re proud of the hard work, growth, and determination shown by our student-athletes all year. Way to represent Blue Devil Nation! 💙 #4theT
