Len Lastinger Elementary School

Due to the change in the school calendar, Report Cards for the 2nd 9 Weeks will be published on January 15, 2025. #4theT

All Tift County Schools and offices will be closed from December 23 to January 3 for Winter Break. 🎄❄️ 📅 Students return: Tuesday, January 7th We hope everyone enjoys a safe and happy holiday season! See you in the new year! 💙 #4theT

🍑 The Peach Education Tax Credit 🍑 allows funds to be directed toward innovative practices in public education and keeps state tax dollars local. Are there limits to this credit? --Single Individual or Head of Household: Up to $2,500 credit --Married Couple filing separately: Up to $2,500 credit --Married Couple filing jointly: Up to $5,000 credit --Individual Owner of S-Corp, LLC or Partnership (pass-through entity) not paying tax at entity level - Up to $25,000 --C-Corporation, Trust or Pass-Through entity electing to pay tax at entity level: Up to 75% of Georgia Tax Liability **You MUST select Tift County Schools to designate your donation!** Please consult with your tax preparer for further guidance. #4theT

Tift County Schools is looking ahead, and we need YOUR help to shape the vision for our future. Share your thoughts and ideas by completing our online survey! 📝 Click here to participate: https://forms.gle/31nkaj85EFwyY4cU7 Your feedback is invaluable as we work together to ensure the best for our students, staff, and community. Thank you for being a vital part of this process! #4theT

🎄⚾️ EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS NOVEMBER 17TH! ⚾️🎄 Blue Devil Baseball is excited to host their Holiday Hitting Camp for students in 1st through 8th grade! This camp is the perfect opportunity for young players to build their hitting skills and have a great time with our coaches and players. 📅 Date: Saturday, December 7th ⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM 📍 Location: TCHS Baseball Field 💰 Early Registration: $75 (ends November 17th) 💰 Late Registration: $100 (after November 17th) Don’t wait—sign up today and get ready for a day of fun and skill-building on the field! https://tinyurl.com/holidayhittingcamp2024 #4theT

SCHOOL SAFETY SEMINAR 2024 Join us for this important event focused on keeping our schools safe! 🗓 Monday, November 18th ⏰ 6:00 PM 📍 Tift County High School Performing Arts Center We're excited to welcome the CEO from Xtract One, the provider of our new weapons detection system. You’ll have the chance to see the system in action and learn how it helps protect our schools. Parents, students, and community members are encouraged to attend. Let’s work together for a safer Tift County! #4theT

Don't forget about tomorrow's informative session with Dr. Tonja Tift, where we’ll dive into valuable tips on optimizing family time and nurturing meaningful interactions with children of all ages. We look forward to seeing you at the Tift County Neighborhood Service Center - 2737 South Central Ave from 5:30pm - 6:30pm #4theT

Join us for an important Safety and Security Seminar presented in partnership with Tift County Schools and local law enforcement. This event is designed to provide valuable information and resources to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff. 🗓 Date: Monday, November 18 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Location: TCHS Performing Arts Center Let’s work together to keep our schools safe! #4theT

🏀Don't forget to register for Youth Basketball at the Tift County Rec Dept🏀 This year they are offering different opportunities for participation, so don’t miss out! Deadline for registration is November 14th. Register at playmatters.tiftcounty.org. Scholarships are available.

🍂 Help Us Help Others! 🍂 Tift County Schools is hosting a Food Drive now through Nov 15th to support those in need this holiday season! Non-perishable food items can be dropped off at any school or the Administrative Office. Our community can make a difference! 💙 #4theT

🎄⚾️ Blue Devils Holiday Hitting Camp Registration is Open! ⚾️🎄 Blue Devil Baseball is excited to host their Holiday Hitting Camp for students in 1st through 8th grade! This camp is the perfect opportunity for young players to build their hitting skills and have a great time with our coaches and players. 📅 Date: Saturday, December 7th ⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM 📍 Location: TCHS Baseball Field 💰 Early Registration: $75 (ends November 17th) 💰 Late Registration: $100 (after November 17th) Don’t wait—sign up today and get ready for a day of fun and skill-building on the field! https://tinyurl.com/holidayhittingcamp2024 #4theT

Attention Parents & Guardians of Tift County Schools! Join us for an informative session with Dr. Tonja Tift, where we’ll dive into valuable tips on optimizing family time and nurturing meaningful interactions with children of all ages. This is a wonderful opportunity to gain insights that can benefit your family! 🗓 Date: Thursday, November 14th 📍 Location: Tift County Neighborhood Service Center - 2737 South Central Ave. ⏰ Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm 🍎 Snacks will be generously provided by the Tift School Nutrition Program. We look forward to seeing you there! #4theT

🏀🏀 It’s time to register for Youth Basketball at the Tift County Recreation Department! 🏀🏀 This year, they’re offering two different opportunities for participation, so make sure your child doesn’t miss out! The deadline for registration is November 14th. ⏳ Register today at playmatters.tiftcounty.org. Scholarships are available to ensure every child gets the chance to play! 💙 #PlayMatters #4theT

⚠️ We are currently experiencing system-wide phone outages. Our provider is working to restore service as quickly as possible. If you need to reach the schools, please use the email address provided in the image. Thank you for your patience and understanding. #4theT

Join in support of #GaPrekWeek because early learning is the foundation for all future success in school, in the workforce and in life. #4theT

As our celebration of GA PreK Week comes to a close, we’re excited to share some great news about the Tift County Pre-K program! Recent GKIDS (Georgia Kindergarten Inventory of Developing Skills) Readiness assessment data shows that students from Tift County Pre-K classrooms are entering kindergarten better prepared than their peers from other Georgia Pre-K programs or those who didn’t attend Pre-K. We are extremely proud of our young learners and the incredible work being done to set them up for success! #4theT

Research has proven that early childhood experiences and education shape the brain. One of the many reasons that quality early learning is essential for young children #GaPreKWeek #4theT

📢 Report Card Update 📢 Due to calendar adjustments, the 1st 9-week report cards for Grades K-12 will now be released in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal on 🗓️ Tuesday, October 22nd. 🗓️ #4theT

Children enrolled in Georgia's Pre-K continue to show gains through the end of first grade. That’s why we celebrate #GaPreKWeek #4theT

Quality early learning for young children improves third grade reading proficiency and increases high school graduation rates. One of the many reasons to join us in supporting #GaPreKWeek #4theT