Tift County Schools

Kindergarten - 5th-grade teachers recently participated in Into Reading training during their professional development day! This session focused on the writing component, preparing for full implementation in the 2025-2026 school year. Teachers will have time to explore and familiarize themselves with the resources before summer break, ensuring a smooth transition for our students. #LiteracyMatters #IntoReading #TeacherTraining

📚 Migrant Education Program Parent Meeting 📚 Tuesday night, we hosted our latest Tift County Schools Migrant Education Program parent meeting at the Administrative Office, with 60 parents and students in attendance! 👧👦 For students – The Early Childhood Education program at TCHS provided engaging instructional activities and snacks. 👨‍🏫 For parents – Migrant and district staff shared valuable information on: 🔹 Literacy strategies 📖 🔹 Imagine Learning software for learning English 💻 🔹 Summer opportunities for Migrant students ☀️ We appreciate everyone who attended and our staff for their dedication to supporting our families! 💙 #4theT

As School Social Work Week 2025 wraps up, let’s carry the flame of change forward. continue to unite and ignite brighter futures for all. Together, we can! #CelebratingImpact #IgniteChange2025 #4theT

DId you know that students who are heavy phone users (more than 4 hours a day) have lower GPAs? #4theT

On Tuesday, 4 members of the Tifton Art Council toured the Fine Arts and CTAE wings at TCHS. Dr. Slaven, Dr. Gilman and Mr. Bowyer led the tour which included visits to the choral and band rooms, PAC, and various CTAE classes and labs. The tour ended with a lunch provided by Ms. Ridgeway's Family and Consumer Science class. Council members were very impressed by the gracious hospitality of the staff and students along with the information shared related to the Fine Arts and CTAE opportunities provided to our school community. #4theT

⏰🌸 Spring Forward Reminder! 🌸⏰ Daylight Saving Time begins this weekend! Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour before bed on Saturday night. We may lose an hour of sleep, but brighter evenings are ahead! ☀️ #SpringForward #DaylightSavingTime #4theT

💙 School Social Worker Spotlight: Michael Norman 💙 Today we recognize Michael Norman, a dedicated School Social Worker serving Sixth Street Academy and Horizon Academy. We celebrate the vital role of School Social Workers in supporting students and families. Thank you, Mr. Norman, for your commitment to the well-being and success of our students! 💙 #4theT

💙 School Social Worker Spotlight: Haley Dillard💙 Today we recognize Haley Dillard, a dedicated School Social Worker serving Tift County High School. We celebrate the vital role of School Social Workers in supporting students and families. Thank you, Ms. Dillard, for your commitment to the well-being and success of our students! 💙 #4theT

67% of teens report losing sleep due to phone or internet use late at night. #4theT

🍽️ BREAKFAST BY THE NUMBERS! 🥛🥣 The School Breakfast Program serves 12 million nutritious breakfasts to students across the country every single day! 🎉 That’s 12 million chances to fuel up, focus, and thrive! #NSBW25 #SchoolBreakfastMatters

💙 Happy National Employee Appreciation Day! 💙 We got a little ahead of ourselves earlier this week because we just couldn't wait to celebrate our incredible employees! Today, we recognize all of our employees—the heart of Tift County Schools! 💙 To our classroom teachers, support staff, bus drivers, school nutrition staff, and everyone that keeps our schools running safely and smoothly, YOU make a difference every single day. Tift County is a better place because of you! Thank you for all you do!💙#4theT

🌸 TIFT FFA PLANT SALE 🌸 🗓 March 18 & 19 ⏰ 9 AM - 5 PM 📍 TCHS Greenhouse Get ready for spring with a great selection of vegetables, herbs, annuals, perennials, hanging baskets, and ferns! Support our students while stocking up on plants for your home and garden! #4theT

💙 School Social Worker Spotlight: Nikea Wilcox💙 Today we recognize Nikea Wilcox, a dedicated School Social Worker serving Northeast Middle School. We celebrate the vital role of School Social Workers in supporting students and families. Thank you, Ms. Wilcox, for your commitment to the well-being and success of our students! 💙 #4theT

Yesterday, Coach Littleton, along with other coaches and football players, visited Northside Elementary to read to students as part of Read Across America Week! 📖🏈 We love seeing our student-athletes serve as positive role models for our future Blue Devils! 💙 #4theT

85% of teens surveyed claimed it can be difficult to stop using technology, such as the internet and smartphones, once they’ve started using it. #4theT

Did You Know? 📢 BREAKFAST FACT ALERT! 🥞🔍 Kids who eat breakfast are more likely to: ✅ Achieve higher in reading & math 📖➕ ✅ Score better on tests 📝💡 ✅ Stay alert & focused 🎯🧠 ✅ Maintain a healthy weight 💪🍎 Start the day the right way with school breakfast! #NSBW25

🎭📖TCHS had a fantastic day at the GHSA Region Literary Competition! 📖🎭 They are sending the MOST students to state out of our region, advancing in 4 categories! They also earned 3rd place overall in the region. See image for individual results. Congratulations! #4theT

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

💙 School Social Worker Spotlight: Susan Swift 💙 Today we recognize Susan Swift, a dedicated School Social Worker serving Eighth Street Middle School. We celebrate the vital role of School Social Workers in supporting students and families. Thank you, Mrs. Swift, for your commitment to the well-being and success of our students! 💙 #4theT

How can I reduce my smartphone addiction? To reduce smartphone addiction, consider using digital detox apps to monitor usage, setting daily agendas with specific time limits for phone use, turning off notifications for non-essential apps, and replacing screen time with healthier activities like exercise. #4theT