Northside Elementary School

🎨 "A Day in My Shoes" – A Tift County Schools Art Exhibit 👟 Step into the world of our talented students and see life through their eyes! 🖼 Featuring artwork from all grade levels across all Tift County Schools, this fun and inspiring exhibition showcases the creativity and hard work of our students. 📅 Dates: May 12 – 23 🕑 Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM 📍 Location: The Syd Blackmarr Art Center 🗓 Free Public Reception Sunday May 18th 2:00 - 4:00pm Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the imagination and perspective of our incredible young artists! #4theT

Kona Ice will be here tomorrow (Thursday, May 8th)! You can prepay using the QR code on the flyer. Students may bring cash for Kona Ice in the morning, but the office will not take money from parents tomorrow.

🏈⚽🏐📣 It’s time to sign up for Fall Sports at the Tift County Rec Department! They are offering: 📣 Cheer 🏈 Football ⚽ Soccer 🏐 Volleyball See images for details! Register today at: 👉 playmatters.tiftcounty.org Let’s get out there and play—because Play Matters! #4theT

Northside parents! The deadline for the parent survey has been extended. If you have taken the survey, please take a few moments to complete it. Your opinion is important to us. You can use the QR codes to access the parent survey in both English and Spanish.

⚾ Blue Devil Baseball is hosting camp again this summer! Mark your calendar for June 16th-20th. (Please note there has been a change from the date originally scheduled.) Register by May 27 to take advantage of the early registration fee. Don’t miss out! #4theT

Do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond every day — someone who demonstrates excellence in classroom instruction and fosters strong, positive relationships with co-workers, parents, and students? The Tift County Foundation for Educational Excellence is accepting nominations for the 2025 Excellence in Teaching Awards! Nominees must have at least 3 years of full-time teaching experience. Submit your nomination by June 7th at: https://forms.gle/kNX3BYaGZz82xNZ5A #4theT

Kona Ice will be here this Thursday, May 8th. You can use the QR code or link to prepay. Students may bring cash the day of the event, but no money will be taken by the office that day.

Calling all current 5th–7th grade girls interested in trying out for the 2025 Middle School Volleyball Team! 🏐 🗓️ May 19–21 🕓 4:00–5:30 PM 📍 ESMS Gym ✅ A current athletic physical must be on file to participate. 📸 See image for more details #4theT

Northside parents: Check out the newletters and daily planners for May at this link: https://northside.tiftschools.com/o/nes/documents/title-i-documents/parent-newsletters-and-planners-2024-2025/may-2025/796425

Fun summer activities link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VeM1HsSWr7jIp7InjOTPXyINHYEEEM0R/view

📣 Reminder for all rising kindergarten families! Don't forget our Kindergarten Transition Meeting is happening tomorrow, May 1st, at 5:30 PM at the Tift County Administrative Office (506 W 12th St). Get the info and resources you need for a smooth start to kindergarten! 🎒📚

Northside needs CANDY DONATIONS! If you can help, send in your bag of candy with your student tomorrow!

📢 Calling all families of rising Kindergarteners! Join us for our Kindergarten Transition Event 🗓 May 1st | 🕠 5:30 PM 📍 Tift County Administrative Office – 506 W 12th Street Learn everything you need to know for a smooth, positive transition into kindergarten! We’ll cover what to expect, how to prepare, and share FREE resources for both students and parents. Let’s make sure your child is ready for a successful start! 🎒📘#4theT

There will be an interest meeting for the 2025 Cross Country team on Monday, April 28th, at 5:30 p.m. in the TCHS media center. Any upcoming 6th-12th graders who are interested in joining the team should attend. #4theT

📚🎉 Kindergarten Registration is NOW OPEN! Kindergarten registration for the 2025-2026 school year is officially underway! Visit www.tiftschools.com/page/registration for details on how to get your child registered. We can’t wait to welcome our newest Blue Devils! 💙 #4theT

🌟 TOMORROW AT 12:00PM IS THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION! 🌟 Tift County Schools has been selected to participate in the 2025 Teacher Hero Awards sponsored by Grace Ed Technologies! This special program honors outstanding educators from across the Southeast—those who go above and beyond both in and out of the classroom. We will select one deserving teacher from our district who truly embodies what it means to be a Teacher Hero: ✨ Outstanding dedication ✨ Strong character and leadership ✨ A positive example for students, peers, and the community ✨ Someone who makes a difference—whether through exceptional teaching or by overcoming personal challenges with courage and strength 📅 The deadline to submit your nomination is Monday, April 21st. 🏆 The winner will be announced during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5th–9th) and will receive a special award from Grace Ed Technologies. #4theT Submit your nomination at: https://forms.gle/fyjECPDso1e21YcY7

🎉 Just a reminder, TOMORROW (Friday, April 18th) is a holiday for all staff and students! 🎉 No alarms, no homework — just good vibes! 😎 #4theT

Northside's annual vocabulary parade will be held Friday, April 25th at 9 am on the back playground. Students may choose a word and dress up to demonstrate that word. What will your word be?

🚨 Reminder, Blue Devil family! 🚨 This Friday, April 18th, is a holiday for both staff and students! Enjoy the well deserved break! #4theT

🐰🥚 Don't forget to join us tomorrow, Saturday, April 12th at the Tift County Recreation Department for the Egg Drop & Wellness Hop! 🎯 What to Expect: ✅ Health, wellness, & community resource vendors 🚚 Delicious food trucks 🎮 Fun games for all ages 🔍 Scavenger hunt with a prize! 🥚 Egg drop! Bring the whole family for a day of fun and wellness! 🌞 #4theT