🎄🕵️♂️ Elf Colson Found Innocent… for now! 🕵️♀️🎄. Students had a blast combining holiday fun with learning as they took part in The Case of the Mischievous Elf. Learning + laughter + a little holiday mystery = a memorable day at NEMS! 💙✨
🎄🕵️♂️ The Case of the Mischievous Elf 🕵️♀️🎄 Our NEMS Christmas Celebration brought learning to life with The Case of the Mischievous Elf! 🎅✨ Sixth grade ELA students examined evidence against Elf Colson, crafted oral arguments for and against the accused, and presented their cases to our 8th Grade jury members. With The Honorable Judge Huffman presiding over the trial, students showcased critical thinking, collaboration, and public speaking skills. What a memorable way to blend learning and holiday fun at NEMS! 🎄💙
❄️🧪 Science in action! 🧪❄️ Students in Ms. Rich’s 6th Grade Science class created their very own snowstorm in a jar! This hands-on experiment was a fun way to explore weather concepts while bringing a little winter magic into the classroom. #STEMFun #6thGradeScience #HandsOnLearning #SnowstormInAJar #NortheastMiddle
🧑⚖️🎄 The Trial of the Elf is in session at NEMS! 🎄🧑⚖️ Who is causing chaos in the school? 🤔 Students carefully listened to evidence, analyzed facts, and wrote supportive claims with reasonable evidence to argue their case in the trial of Colson vs. Tillman. Critical thinking, collaboration, and holiday fun filled the classrooms with teachers Slade, Harvin and Thompson ! The big question remains… Who did it? 👀⚖️ #NEMS #TrialOfTheElf #CriticalThinking #StudentVoice #HolidayLearning
Parents, we need your voice! 🗣️💙. Please take a few minutes to complete this year’s Georgia Parent Climate Survey. Click the Link: https://survey.gadoe.org/FM?sid=7FA415A0
Your feedback helps us improve our school and better support our students. Click the link below for the instructional letter and the survey link.
Thank you for partnering with us!
Your feedback helps us improve our school and better support our students. Click the link below for the instructional letter and the survey link.
Thank you for partnering with us!
🚂✨ All aboard the Polar Express! ✨🚂 Students at Northeast Middle School enjoyed Polar Express train rides filled with smiles, laughter, and holiday cheer. What a fun and festive experience for our students as we celebrate the season together! ❄️🎄 #PolarExpressDay #NortheastMiddleSchool #HolidayMagic #AllAboard #StudentFun
All aboard! 🚂❄️ Polar Express Day at Northeast Middle School has arrived as our students came ready to roll—pajamas and all! 🎄✨ Cozy clothes, big smiles, and lots of festive fun are making today a magical one. #PolarExpressDay #NortheastMiddle #PajamaDay #HolidayFun #AllAboard
🎄❄️ Christmas Holidays / Winter Break Reminder ❄️🎄
All Tift County Schools and offices will be closed Monday, December 22 – Friday, January 2.
📌 Staff return: Monday, January 5
📌 Students return: Wednesday, January 7
We hope all of our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe, restful, and joyful holiday break.
#4theT
All Tift County Schools and offices will be closed Monday, December 22 – Friday, January 2.
📌 Staff return: Monday, January 5
📌 Students return: Wednesday, January 7
We hope all of our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe, restful, and joyful holiday break.
#4theT
🚨IMPORTANT REMINDER🚨
Tuesday (12/16) through Thursday (12/18) students can bring cash to pre-pay for snacks and drinks at the PBIS Winter Jam.
*cash will be converted to Devil Dollars*
*no cash will be accepted on FRIDAY, 12/19*
Tuesday (12/16) through Thursday (12/18) students can bring cash to pre-pay for snacks and drinks at the PBIS Winter Jam.
*cash will be converted to Devil Dollars*
*no cash will be accepted on FRIDAY, 12/19*
Don't Sweat the Holidays is tomorrow (Dec. 17)! 🧣 Faculty and students: wear your absolute favorite hoodie or comfy sweatshirt and help us chill out as we wrap up the semester.
#NEMScountdowntochristmas #dontsweattheholidays #NEMSbluedevils #letsgobluedevils
#NEMScountdowntochristmas #dontsweattheholidays #NEMSbluedevils #letsgobluedevils
All 8th Grade Parents! Save the Date! Please click the link to RSVP - https://forms.gle/MESCXHQ4prPDaGfN7
Mark your calendar for a Pathway Palooza!
January 13, 2026
5:30-7:30 pm
TCHS (Starts in the Commons)
Clear Bag Policy will be in Effect
Parking in the Student Parking Lot
Visit Classrooms, Teachers, and get information on CTAE Programs, Dual Enrollment, Fine Arts Courses, and more!
All 8th Grade Parents & Parents of 9-11th interested in Pathway Programs are Encouraged to Attend
Mark your calendar for a Pathway Palooza!
January 13, 2026
5:30-7:30 pm
TCHS (Starts in the Commons)
Clear Bag Policy will be in Effect
Parking in the Student Parking Lot
Visit Classrooms, Teachers, and get information on CTAE Programs, Dual Enrollment, Fine Arts Courses, and more!
All 8th Grade Parents & Parents of 9-11th interested in Pathway Programs are Encouraged to Attend
🎾 Middle School Tennis Tryouts – January 20th! 🎾
Middle school tennis will be starting up in January, and tryouts will be held on Monday, January 20th.
Here’s what you need to know:
✅ Transportation will be provided to the tennis courts at Tift County High School
✅ Sign-up sheets will be available at both middle schools starting today and again when we return from Christmas break
✅ Physicals must be on file by January 16
🎾 Players must provide their own tennis racquet
Questions? Contact Coach Saturday at brian.saturday@tiftschools.com
#4theT
Middle school tennis will be starting up in January, and tryouts will be held on Monday, January 20th.
Here’s what you need to know:
✅ Transportation will be provided to the tennis courts at Tift County High School
✅ Sign-up sheets will be available at both middle schools starting today and again when we return from Christmas break
✅ Physicals must be on file by January 16
🎾 Players must provide their own tennis racquet
Questions? Contact Coach Saturday at brian.saturday@tiftschools.com
#4theT
Congratulations to the 2025–2026 Middle School Boys Soccer Team! ⚽
We’re looking forward to an exciting season ahead and can’t wait to watch this group compete, grow, and represent Tift County with pride. Best of luck this season! 💙 #4theT
We’re looking forward to an exciting season ahead and can’t wait to watch this group compete, grow, and represent Tift County with pride. Best of luck this season! 💙 #4theT
Middle School Basketball wrapped up the season with their final games yesterday!
🏀 7th Grade Girls vs. Pine Grove — W, 20–9
🏀 8th Grade Girls vs. Colquitt — L, 29–21
🏀 7th Grade Boys vs. Hahira — L, 52–39
Congratulations to all of our middle school teams on a great season! We’re proud of the hard work, growth, and determination shown by our student-athletes all year. Way to represent Blue Devil Nation! 💙 #4theT
🏀 7th Grade Girls vs. Pine Grove — W, 20–9
🏀 8th Grade Girls vs. Colquitt — L, 29–21
🏀 7th Grade Boys vs. Hahira — L, 52–39
Congratulations to all of our middle school teams on a great season! We’re proud of the hard work, growth, and determination shown by our student-athletes all year. Way to represent Blue Devil Nation! 💙 #4theT
DAY 9 OF NEMS 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS! 🎄✨
It's Tacky Tinsel Day at NEMS! Our students and staff are rocking their ugliest, tackiest, most outrageous Christmas sweaters today, and we are HERE for it!
From flashing lights to fuzzy reindeer, the creativity (and holiday spirit) is off the charts!
Who says fashion can't be festive AND fun?
Only 3 more days of Christmas celebrations to go! 💙🎅
#12DaysOfChristmas #TackyTinselDay #UglySweaterDay #HolidaySpirit #NEMSFamily #DayNine #NortheastMiddleSchool #FestiveFashionClaude is AI and can make mistakes. Please double-check responses. Sonnet 4.5
It's Tacky Tinsel Day at NEMS! Our students and staff are rocking their ugliest, tackiest, most outrageous Christmas sweaters today, and we are HERE for it!
From flashing lights to fuzzy reindeer, the creativity (and holiday spirit) is off the charts!
Who says fashion can't be festive AND fun?
Only 3 more days of Christmas celebrations to go! 💙🎅
#12DaysOfChristmas #TackyTinselDay #UglySweaterDay #HolidaySpirit #NEMSFamily #DayNine #NortheastMiddleSchool #FestiveFashionClaude is AI and can make mistakes. Please double-check responses. Sonnet 4.5
Tift County Schools is proud to announce a new collaboration with ESE Mental Health to offer referrals to access to high-quality mental health services for our middle school and high school students.
Through this partnership, students will have increased access to licensed mental health professionals who can provide counseling and support —right here in our school community. This initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to the well-being of every student and to creating safe, supportive environments where they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
We are grateful for this opportunity to work together in supporting the whole child.
Thank you GaDOE for listening to our concerns and acknowledging the importance of providing service opportunities to our students in need. We hope to expand this service to all students in the near future.
For additional information, please contact your school principal or school counselor.
#4theT
Through this partnership, students will have increased access to licensed mental health professionals who can provide counseling and support —right here in our school community. This initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to the well-being of every student and to creating safe, supportive environments where they can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
We are grateful for this opportunity to work together in supporting the whole child.
Thank you GaDOE for listening to our concerns and acknowledging the importance of providing service opportunities to our students in need. We hope to expand this service to all students in the near future.
For additional information, please contact your school principal or school counselor.
#4theT
🚨IMPORTANT REMINDER🚨
Tuesday (12/16) through Thursday (12/18) students can bring cash to pre-pay for snacks and drinks at the PBIS Winter Jam.
*cash will be converted to Devil Dollars*
*no cash will be accepted on FRIDAY, 12/19*
Tuesday (12/16) through Thursday (12/18) students can bring cash to pre-pay for snacks and drinks at the PBIS Winter Jam.
*cash will be converted to Devil Dollars*
*no cash will be accepted on FRIDAY, 12/19*
CHROMEBOOK & CHARGER WINTER TAKE UP! 💻🔌
Students and parents, it's almost time to turn in Chromebooks and chargers for Winter Break!
Turn-In Schedule:
📅 6th Grade - December 16
📅 7th Grade - December 17
📅 8th Grade - December 18
Please bring the Chromebook AND charger on the grade level's designated day. This allows us to perform maintenance and updates and ensure all devices are ready for the new semester!
Thank you for taking care of your technology! 💙
#ChromebookTakeUp #WinterBreak #TechnologyCare #NEMSStudents #NortheastMiddleSchool #EndOfSemester
TACKY TINSEL ALERT🚨 Don't forget, TOMORROW you can wear your UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER. Students and faculty dig out your most festive (and hideous) holiday knitwear and wear it with pride! Let's make the halls sparkle! ✨
#NEMScountdowntochristmasspiritweek #NEMS #tackytinsel #letsgobluedevils
#NEMScountdowntochristmasspiritweek #NEMS #tackytinsel #letsgobluedevils
⚽️💙 Meet the 2025–2026 Middle School Girls Soccer Team! 💙⚽️
We’re excited to announce the student-athletes who will represent Tift County middle schools on the soccer field this season. We can’t wait to watch this team compete, grow, and show their Blue Devil pride!
📢 MANDATORY PARENT MEETING
🗓 Tuesday
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Eighth Street Middle School Track
At least one parent or guardian must attend. Important information for the season will be shared.
Let’s kick off a great season! ⚽️
#4theT
We’re excited to announce the student-athletes who will represent Tift County middle schools on the soccer field this season. We can’t wait to watch this team compete, grow, and show their Blue Devil pride!
📢 MANDATORY PARENT MEETING
🗓 Tuesday
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Eighth Street Middle School Track
At least one parent or guardian must attend. Important information for the season will be shared.
Let’s kick off a great season! ⚽️
#4theT
