We remain in contact with the EMA and power companies to monitor progress on getting power restored throughout the county. We will be making a decision regarding school tomorrow within a few hours and will post an update as soon as possible. #4theT
After consulting with our EMA, Georgia Power and Colquitt EMC, there are approximately 17,000 customers in Tift County without power at this time, this includes one of our campuses. Due to these circumstances, school will be canceled on Thursday, August 31st. We encourage everyone to use good judgment and remain safe when driving. Please keep the counties south of us in your thoughts as they saw a greater impact from the storm than we did. We will continue to assess the situation and will notify everyone of a decision regarding school on Friday, September 1st as soon as possible. #4theT
We are assessing the widespread power outages in Tift County and will notify everyone as soon as possible regarding school tomorrow, August 31st. Thank you for your patience. #4theT
After meeting with EMA and City and County Officials and out of an abundance of caution, the decision has been made to close Tift County Schools on Wednesday, August 30th for all students and employees.
It is unsafe to operate buses when sustained wind speeds are in excess of 35 - 40 mph. We have been informed that there is a 50% chance of sustained winds of over 40 mph. They anticipate that the storm could move further west which would increase the likelihood of us receiving these winds.
We will continue to monitor the situation throughout the day on Wednesday and make a decision regarding any possible closure on Thursday, August 31st at that time.
Activities scheduled for tonight will continue as planned, unless otherwise posted. All activities for tomorrow have been canceled.
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We are monitoring the weather situation and will continue to send out updates as we receive information. If it is determined that there is a need to make a change to the school calendar we will notify everyone as soon as possible. Any changes to the athletics calendar will be posted on our Athletics calendar at athletics.tiftschools.com.
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This is a great time to make sure you have updated your contact information. Go into the Parent Portal and under More > Online Registration and choose 23-24 Existing Student Registration. If you have questions about updating information you can also contact Central Registration at 229-387-2424.
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In an attempt to keep our kitchens cooler and our staff safe during the summer months, we have removed grits and biscuits from today's breakfast for lunch menu.
Today's Breakfast for Lunch menu is:
Sausage Patty
Eggs
Hash Brown
Blueberry Muffin or Corn Muffin
Salsa
Fresh Fruit & Veggies
Tomorrow's Breakfast menu is:
Pull-A-Part Donut
We will resume breakfast for lunch (including grits and biscuits) in the winter months when the weather will be cooler and everyone can enjoy it.
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We are currently experiencing some issues throughout the district with our network.
Phones at all schools may be unavailable while the issue is being resolved.
Thank you for your patience.
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The Southwell clinic located at Annie Belle Clark Elementary will be consolidating with the other Southwell clinic located at Eighth Street Middle School beginning Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023.
Family nurse practitioner Monica Davis, FNP-C will continue to provide non-emergent sick care for the students, staff and retirees of Tift County Schools, but at one location as of Sept. 5.
The Eighth Street Middle School Clinic is open Monday-Friday from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm. Children are not seen without parental consent. For more information, please call 229-353-ESMS (3767). #4theT
The August Financial Literacy class "SCAMS AND IDENTITY THEFT" will be held Tuesday, August 15th at 5:30pm at the Leroy Rogers Senior Center. See image for registration information. #4theT
Don't forget that Monday, August 14th is a Teacher Work Day and Student Holiday. #4theT
Attention all girls in Pre-K thru 5th Grade! Mark your calendar for the Future Cheerleader Clinic, Saturday, August 26th from 9am to 2pm at TCHS. The cost to attend is $50. To pre-register email Coach Jenn Cargle at jenn.cargle@tiftschools.com. See flyer for details. #4theT
REMINDER: K - 5 schools dismiss at 2:45pm and 6 - 12 schools dismiss at 3:30pm
so 6-12 buses run later than K-5 Buses
Parents - Log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account and verify/update your child’s information for the 2023-2024 school year. If you have changed address you will need to bring proofs of address to Central Registration or send them via email to registration@tiftschools.com. Please complete updates for all students no later than 8/15/2023. If you have questions or need assistance, call (229) 387-2424. #4theT
Due to a system-wide staff meeting, all schools and offices will open at 12:00pm on Tuesday, July 25th. #4theT
Another great resource for students! Saturday, July 29th from 10am - 1pm @ J T Reddick Elementary #4theT
The 2023 Community Resource Fair and School Supply Giveaway is this Thursday, July 20th from 4pm - 6pm at the Tift County Recreation Department. Make sure your child is ready for the school year by visiting this Back to School event! #4theT
We can't wait to see our students on Friday, July 28th, for the 1st day of the 2023 - 2024 school year. Visit our Back to School page for the latest resources. We will add more information as it becomes available. https://www.tiftschools.com/page/back-to-school #4theT
In accordance with HB 251, we have provided a list available open slots at our schools. If you wish to apply for one of these slots, please complete the Public School Transfer Request Form. The list of available slots and link to this form can be found at https://www.tiftschools.com/page/schoolchoice.
All applications must be received on or before July 14th. #4theT
All Tift County Schools and Offices will be closed July 3rd - 7th. #4theT
Need bus route information for the new school year? Send an email to operations@tiftschools.com that includes student's name, school and home address. We will reply with the bus number, location and time. Don't wait, school starts July 28th! #4theT
