J.T. Reddick Elementary School

Second-graders had a field trip to the bowling alley to explore forces and motion, while also having fun! Strike! 🎳😀💙 #wearejtr #4theT

We can't contain our excitement for our November Readers of the Month! These bookworms are library regulars, dive into classroom reading, and turn every spare moment into a reading fiesta! Way to go, students! 💙 📚 #readersareleaders #wearejtr #4theT
Not Pictured: Ayleen Vasquez, Chris Brown, Jaxtyn Barber, Elijah Chaney

If you haven't already done so, now is the perfect time to visit the Tifton–Tift County Public Library today and get your child started with a free library card. When our community reads together, we grow together!💙📚🤩 #wearejtr #4theT

In science, kindergartners are learning about living and non-living things. Today, they went for a walk outside to find objects that fit into their living or non-living categories. 💙 #wearejtr #4theT

🦃 Thanksgiving Break Reminder 🍂
All Tift County Schools and offices will be closed November 24th–28th for Thanksgiving Break.

We hope everyone enjoys this time to relax, recharge, and spend time with family and friends. Let’s take a moment to reflect on all that we’re thankful for—our students, staff, families, and community that make Tift County truly special.

Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
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JTR’s Undercover Dress Days keep getting better! 🎉
Day 4: Wig Day — and our teachers truly understood the assignment! 💇‍♀️✨

From neon curls to old-school perms, rainbow waves to styles we’re not even sure have official names, today was an absolute hair-raising hit! 🤣🌈 Our halls were filled with double-takes, big laughs, and some seriously impressive wig-swag.

Students are still trying to guess what tomorrow’s undercover fun will bring… but one thing’s for sure — we’re having a blast right along with them! 😄✨

Stay tuned…Our last day is tomorrow! 📣🎭

Our Sunshine Committee brightened everyone’s day by surprising our faculty and staff with a delicious apple bar—complete with all the best toppings. A little treat to spread a lot of cheer! 💙🍎🍏

Let's help our students enjoy the gift of giving this holiday season! 🎄🎁😀 #wearejtr #4theT

📅 2026–2027 School Year Calendar – Public Comment Now Open!

A draft of the 2026–2027 Tift County Schools calendar is now available for a 30-day public comment and review period, and we want to hear from YOU!

This calendar was developed using valuable feedback from our Superintendent Advisories and other stakeholders. Now we’re inviting staff, parents, families, and community members to take a look and share your thoughts.

📝 How to Submit Comments:
Visit our website and look for the Public Comment and Review section, or go directly to the form here:
🔗 https://forms.gle/eSskvo4af3S7yrLs5

Your input matters and helps us make decisions that best support our students, staff, and community. Thank you for taking the time to review and share your feedback!

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Today, young 2nd-grade scientists in Mrs. Onyeri's GATE resource class brought Force and Motion to life! Through hands-on activities, they explored and demonstrated Newton’s Laws of Motion, showing creativity, curiosity, and incredible problem-solving skills. From testing pushes and pulls to observing how objects move, our young scientists were fully engaged and having fun while learning!

📚 Calling all parents of reading champions! Help your child dive into books this Thanksgiving break by ensuring they have a library card! 📚 The library allows students to check out 6, 7, or MORE books at once - imagine all those adventures waiting to be discovered between turkey servings! 🦃 Reading during breaks keeps those growing minds active and engaged. Haven't signed up yet? Now's the perfect time! Your local library is just waiting to become your child's favorite holiday destination! 🍂 📖

🦃 Thanksgiving Break is Coming Up🍂
All Tift County Schools and offices will be closed November 24th–28th.
Enjoy this time with family and friends as we reflect on all we’re thankful for!
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🍽️💙 Breakfast & Lunch Menus for November 17–21 🥪🍎
Take a look at what’s cooking this week across Tift County Schools!
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The Georgia Department of Education has released the CCRPI scores for the 2024–2025 school year, and we are proud to share that J T Reddick Elementary has demonstrated growth in Closing the Gaps.
Congratulations to our hardworking students and dedicated teachers! #4theT

⏰ Last Chance to Donate!
Tomorrow is the final day of our Tift County Schools Food Drive!

🛒 Grab a few extra cans or pantry staples and help us finish strong!
📍 Drop off at any school or the Administrative Office
📅 Ends Friday, Nov. 14

Let’s come together #4theT and support our community one can at a time! 💙

Mrs. White implemented a Gallery Walk during math class, allowing students to reflect on and analyze the questions they had missed. This method allowed students to collaborate, offer feedback to one another, clarify misconceptions, and gain a better understanding of the material. Great work! 💙 #wearejtr #4theT

JTR Santa's Secret Workshop is need of donations. Please help if you are able.

🥞🥗 Menus for November 10–14 🍕🍎
A new week means more delicious meals prepared fresh in our Tift County cafeterias!
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Mrs. Onyeri’s 3rd-grade GATE students have been exploring the geographic regions of Georgia and the United States, and they took their learning to the next level!

To demonstrate what they’ve learned, the students designed and created their own board games. They enjoyed expressing their creativity, collaborating, and showcasing their knowledge in a fun and interactive way. 💙 #wearejtr #4theT

📣 Reminder

We're halfway there! 🙌
There’s still time to make a difference in our Tift County Schools Food Drive!

🗓️ Now through Nov. 14
🥫 Collecting non-perishable food items
📍 Drop off at any Tift County School or the Administrative Office

Let’s keep the momentum going! 💙
Every item helps a family in need.

#4theT