Tift County Schools

06/18/2026

TIFT COUNTY SCHOOLS LAUNCHES “INSIDE THE BLUE” TO STRENGTHEN COMMUNICATION AND ACCESS TO RESOURCES

TIFTON, GA - Tift County Schools is proud to announce the launch of Inside the Blue , a new cent...

06/17/2026

🍑 Turn Your Taxes Into Opportunities for Tift County Students!
The Peach Education Tax Credit gives Georgia taxpayers the chance to donate to the Public Education Advancing Change (PEACH) program and receive a DOLLAR-FOR-DOLLAR state tax credit.

Tift County Schools projects currently available:
✅ Multi-Purpose Facility
✅ Animal Barn Addition & Greenhouse

This is a powerful way to redirect your tax dollars and invest directly in opportunities for our students.
👉 Learn more and apply: www.gfpe.org/tax_credit
📌 Please consult your tax preparer for guidance specific to your situation.

Support our students. Strengthen our schools. Invest in the future.

06/17/2026

BOARD APPROVES GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE PACKAGE FOR TIFT COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL FIELD HOUSE PROJECT

TIFTON, Ga. — The Tift County Board of Education approved a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) package ...

06/17/2026

🌱 It's Market Day! 🌱
The Tift County FFA Student Market is open today from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Stop by Eighth Street Middle School and support our students while checking out this week's selection of products.
💵 Cash Only
📍 Eighth Street Middle School
Thank you for supporting Tift County FFA!

06/17/2026

Happy National Mascot Day to the Mighty Blue Devils!

Today we celebrate a symbol that has represented generations of pride, tradition, and excellence in Tift County Schools.

While the exact origin of the Blue Devil mascot remains part of local history and legend, research suggests it may trace back to the 1920s. One theory connects the name to the famous French military unit known as the Chasseurs Alpins, who earned the nickname "Les Diables Bleus" or "Blue Devils" during World War I. Local American Legion members and community leaders may have helped bring this influence to Tifton following the war.

Another theory points to former Tifton High School principal and football coach B.G. Childs, a Duke University alumnus, who may have advocated for the Blue Devil mascot in the years following his tenure. Historical records place the adoption of the mascot sometime between 1924 and 1926.

By 1938, references to the "Mighty Blue Devils" were prominently featured throughout the Talisman yearbook, showing the mascot had already become an important part of the school's identity.

A fun piece of Tift County history: our girls' athletic teams were known as the Angels until 1979, when they became the Lady Devils.

Whether on the field, in the classroom, on the stage, or throughout our community, the Blue Devil represents the spirit of determination, pride, and excellence that continues to define Tift County Schools.

Happy National Mascot Day, Blue Devils!


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06/17/2026

Summer Professional Learning Conference!

06/17/2026

Have you registered for the Summer Professional Learning Conference? You don’t want to miss this!


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06/16/2026

The Summer Feeding Bus (24-1) going to the Chula Post Office is out of meals. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

06/16/2026

🌟 Summer Transition Program Off to a Great Start! 🌟

Our Summer Transition Program for Rising Pre-K and Rising Kindergarten students is well underway and off to a fantastic start!

Students have already enjoyed two exciting field trips to Rutland Farms and Tift County Lanes, where they explored new experiences, learned through play, and built new friendships along the way. From hands-on activities to interactive learning opportunities, each day is filled with engaging experiences designed to support academic, social, and emotional growth.

The Summer Transition Program provides a welcoming and supportive environment where students can build confidence, establish routines, and become familiar with school expectations before the first day of school. Most importantly, they are creating lasting memories while developing the skills they need for a successful start to the school year.

We are proud of the progress our youngest learners are making and look forward to the exciting experiences still to come!


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06/16/2026

🌱🛒 The Tift County FFA Student Market is back tomorrow!
Join us Wednesday, June 17, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM in front of Eighth Street Middle School.
Our student vendors are ready to welcome you and showcase their products.
💵 Cash Only
📍 Eighth Street Middle School
We hope to see you there!