🎉 Thanks for making our Coca-Cola fundraiser such a success! 🥤
We appreciate your incredible support and participation! If you haven’t picked up your order yet, we will be available tomorrow from 4:15–5:30 p.m. at Eighth Street Middle School. Please come to the back of the school near the construction room to pick up your order.

💙 Your support made a huge difference for our students! 💙
about 1 month ago, Krista Griffin
Coca-Cola Pick Up Window
🏊‍♂️ Big news from the pool today! Both our Middle School Boys and Girls Swim Teams took 1st place at their season-opening meet! 🏆👏

What a great way to kick off the season—way to go, Blue Devils! 🔥

➡️ View full results here: https://aptg.co/Gdyh7l

#4theT
about 1 month ago, Dana Spurlin
Middle School Swim Meet Results
Applications for the Inspiring Virtuous Youth (I.V.Y.) Program are available in the front office or from your student's grade-level counselor. This program, hosted by the Sigma Alpha Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, is open to girls in grades 4–12 and helps develop leadership, talents, and community skills. Applications are due Wednesday, November 5th.
about 1 month ago, Krista Griffin
IVY Club Information
✌️ Red Ribbon Week rolls on!
💙 Wednesday’s Theme: “Peace Out to Drugs”
➡️ Show off your brightest tie dye and let’s spread peace and positivity together!
#4theT #RedRibbonWeek
about 1 month ago, Dana Spurlin
RRW Daily Reminder
RRW Daily Reminder
📚 Family Literacy Day is this Saturday, Nov. 1! Families with little ones ages 0–5—come talk, read, play & learn together. 11 AM–1 PM at Maggie Campbell’s Gingerbread House ELC (719 S Ridge Ave.). Free books, fun activities, guest readers & giveaways! #4theT
about 1 month ago, Dana Spurlin
Family Literacy Day
🟢 Red Ribbon Week continues!
💙 Tuesday’s Theme: “You’ll Never See Me Doing Drugs”
➡️ Wear your best camo gear to blend out drugs from your life!
#4theT #RedRibbonWeek
about 1 month ago, Dana Spurlin
RRW Daily Reminder
RRW Daily Reminder
🚨 Fundraiser Pick-Up Info 🚨
ESMS Coca-Cola Fundraiser pick-up is Tuesday, Oct. 28th | 11AM–4PM in the visitor parking lot at Brodie Field.

Coca-Cola reps will be on-site for distribution, and all orders will be confirmed before loading.

Thank you for supporting ESMS and making this fundraiser a success!
about 1 month ago, Dana Spurlin
Coca Cola Fundraiser
🚨 Reminder: Tomorrow kicks off Red Ribbon Week! 🚨
💙 Monday’s Theme: “Be a Hero, Say No to Drugs”
➡️ Dress as your favorite superhero and show your strength in making healthy choices!
#4theT #RedRibbonWeek
about 1 month ago, Dana Spurlin
RRW Daily Reminder
RRW Daily Reminder

ESMS Field Trip Season is Coming!

Our 6th–8th graders are heading out for unforgettable adventures this spring!

6th Grade: SeaWorld – Feb. 20 • $170

First Payment & Permission Form Due Oct. 23 ($70)

6th Grade Field Trip Information and Permission Slip

https://aptg.co/JGrXKn

7th Grade: Busch Gardens – Mar. 20 • $170

First Payment & Permission Form Due Oct. 29 ($70)

7th Grade Field Trip Information and Permission Slip

https://aptg.co/-zLHLp

8th Grade: Universal GradVenture – May 15 • $170

First Payment & Permission Form Due Oct. 29 ($70)

8th Grade Field Trip Information and Permission Slip

https://aptg.co/fJd_lc

Each trip includes charter-bus transportation, park admission, meals, a T-shirt, and a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

Scan the QR code on your grade’s flyer or click the link below to pay online.

You’ll need a School Cash Online account to make your payment—register today if you don’t already have one!

Parents may pay the full $170 or split it into three payments. Please note that each payment window will close on the due date listed on the flyer for your grade level.

https://tiftschools.schoolcashonline.com/

about 1 month ago, Krista Griffin
6th Grade Field Trip Info
7th Grade Field Trip Info
8th Grade Field Trip Info
Congratulations to our ESMS FFA Agricultural Technology and Equipment (ATE) Team!

We are so proud of our team for placing 7th in the Area V Agricultural Technology and Equipment Career Development Event during Fall Break! Team members are Jonah Clements, Charlie Fletcher, Will McClendon and Eli Ross.

The ATE CDE is a hands-on team competition with four components:
🔹 Rotational Skill Practicum – Electricity, Woodworking, or use of an Automatic Level
🔹 Measuring Practicum
🔹 Tool, Equipment, and Part Identification
🔹 Multiple-Choice Written Exam

Each team member completes all four sections to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in agricultural mechanics.

This event gives students in grades 6–9 the opportunity to apply what they’ve learned in the classroom, gain valuable experience in ag mechanics, and explore future careers in agricultural technology.

Way to go, ESMS FFA ATE Team!
about 1 month ago, Krista Griffin
ESMS FFA ATE Club
Congratulations to ESMS FFA member Laurel Rogers!
We’re excited to announce that Laurel has advanced to the State FFA Junior Floral Design Career Development Event after placing 2nd in the Area V competition during Fall Break!

The Junior Floral Design CDE encourages students to explore their creativity while learning about the design and marketing of floral arrangements. It also helps build interest in agricultural education and FFA career pathways related to horticulture and floral design.

Way to go Laurel, we’re so proud of you! 💙💛
about 1 month ago, Krista Griffin
Floral Design
Congratulations to our ESMS Livestock and Poultry Exhibitors and their wins at the Tift County Fall Livestock Show held over Fall Break!
about 1 month ago, Krista Griffin
Fall Livestock Results

📚✨ TODAY’S THE DAY! ✨📚

Join us this afternoon for Meet Me at the Library! 🎉
A special event with Tift County Schools & the Tifton–Tift County Public Library.

🕓 4:00 – 6:00 PM
📍 Tifton–Tift County Public Library

Bring the whole family for games, crafts, books, and more! See you there! #4theT

about 1 month ago, Dana Spurlin
Meet me at the library
Meet me at the library

Don't forget: Tonight at 6:00 PM at the Anthony Bateman Youth Center.
VAPING: YOU DON’T WANT THIS SMOKE — a community talk on the real dangers of vaping for teens and families, presented by Erica Simpson.
Hear facts, learn warning signs, and get resources to help students make healthy choices. All are welcome.
#4theT

about 1 month ago, Dana Spurlin
You don’t want this smoke
🚨 Important Coca-Cola Fundraiser Reminder!
Don’t forget to turn in your Coca-Cola Fundraiser money! The final deadline is Thursday, October 23 at 3:45 PM!

💰 Drop-Off Times:
• Today: Until 3:45 PM
• Tomorrow (Thursday): 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM

Let’s finish strong and make this fundraiser a success for ESMS! 🥤💙
about 1 month ago, Krista Griffin
Important Coca-Cola Fundraiser Info!
🌴🍧 Kona Ice is Coming to ESMS! 🎉
Tomorrow, Thursday, October 23rd, students will have the chance to enjoy a cool treat during lunch!
👉 Please note: As this is not a PBIS event , students will be responsible for purchasing their own Kona Ice.
💵 Ways to Purchase:
At School: Students may purchase in person with cash, check, or debit card only (no electronic payments requiring phone access).

Pre-Pay Option: Parents may pre-pay using the QR code on the flyer or click on this link: https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K374X6988615 (all payment methods accepted).

⏰ The pre-pay window closes at 7:00 AM tomorrow morning - so don't miss the deadline to pre-pay.

Don’t miss your favorite flavors — get ready to chill with Kona Ice! 🧊


about 1 month ago, Krista Griffin
KONA Ice 10.23.25

📚✨ Just a few days away! ✨📚

Join us for Meet Me at the Library! 🎉
A fun afternoon with Tift County Schools & the Tifton–Tift County Public Library.

📅 Thursday, October 23rd
🕓 4:00 – 6:00 PM
📍 Tifton–Tift County Public Library

Come enjoy games, crafts, books, and more — a perfect family outing! #4theT

about 2 months ago, Dana Spurlin
Meet me at the library
Meet me at the library

📣 Parliamentary Procedure in Action!📣

Our 7th & 8th Grade Basic Ag and Year-Long Ag students have been stepping up as leaders and learning how to run a meeting the FFA way! 🧠💬🌾

Over the past week, students have:
🔹 Mastered the FFA Opening Ceremonies
🔹 Learned how to properly make and handle motions
🔹 Explored privileged, subsidiary, and incidental motions
🔹 Engaged in real-time debates using official Parli-Pro rules
🔹 Wrapped it all up with a fun twist — crafting a Parli-Pro Snack Mix! 🥣 Each ingredient was debated and defended before being added (yes, snacks with structure!).

This unit wasn’t just about procedure; it was about building leadership, communication, teamwork, and respect for order. 💙💛

We’re proud of how these students have grown their confidence and found their voices! 👏
#ctaedelivers #FFA #ParliPro #AgEducation #StudentLeaders

about 2 months ago, Krista Griffin
Parliamentary Procedures
Thank You to the First Methodist Church Youth Group

Thank you to the First Methodist Church of Tifton’s Youth Group for the delivery of the delicious cookies! Your thoughtful gesture was the perfect way to kick off our Fall Break ! We truly appreciate your kindness and the time you took to share a little sweetness with us.

Wishing you all a wonderful and restful break!
about 2 months ago, Krista Griffin
Cookie Donation
Thank You to the First Methodist Church Youth Group

Thank you to the First Methodist Church of Tifton’s Youth Group for the delivery of the delicious cookies! Your thoughtful gesture was the perfect way to kick off our Fall Break ! We truly appreciate your kindness and the time you took to share a little sweetness with us.

Wishing you all a wonderful and restful break!
about 2 months ago, Krista Griffin
Thanks for the Cookies