Good luck to the cross country student-athletes from Independence High and Strayhorn High as they hit the course at the State Competition today!

Run fast, finish strong, and know that all of Tate County is cheering you on!
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Pajamas, cozy clothes, and big dreams! Coldwater Elementary students wore their pajamas today for "Dreaming of a Drug-Free Future" day as part of Red Ribbon Week, showing that their futures are bright when they choose to stay drug-free. We love seeing our students take pride in making healthy choices for their tomorrow!
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The Tate County School District extends huge congratulations to Superintendent Alee’ Dixon on being elected Board Secretary for the Mississippi Association of School Administrators (MASA) Board! This position reflects outstanding dedication to public education and leadership across our state. We are proud to have our district represented at the state level!
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Hats off to our Mustangs! Strayhorn High School students showed up in style today for "Put a Cap on Drugs" day, wearing their favorite hats to pledge to live a healthy, drug-free life. Thank you to our students and staff for supporting Red Ribbon Week and committing to a positive, drug-free lifestyle!
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Meet Kingston! Kingston has kicked off 4th grade with an incredible attitude, paying close attention, working hard, and setting a ROARing example for his peers every day. We are so proud of his winning mindset and know he will continue to accomplish big things this school year!
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It's a great day to master math in Tate County! Students at Strayhorn Elementary and Strayhorn High School are hard at work building critical thinking skills and solving complex problems.

From foundational math concepts in the elementary classrooms to advanced algebra and geometry at the high school level, our students are showing up ready to learn and stretch their minds. Keep up the fantastic work, Mustangs!

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East Tate Elementary is hiring an Inclusion Teacher to join our team. We are looking for a dedicated individual ready to support our students' diverse learning needs. Please contact Haley Griffin with any questions regarding this position. Apply at https://activeapplicant.tcsdms.org/.

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Strayhorn High School is hiring a School Counselor to join our team. We are looking for a dedicated individual ready to support our students' success and well-being. Please contact Jaymee Leonard with any questions regarding this position. Apply at https://activeapplicant.tcsdms.org/.

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Meet Tatum! Tatum has raised the bar in 6th grade with his motivation to excel in both grades and behavior. His outstanding integrity and strong character shine bright, and we could not be more proud of his magnificent work!
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It's a great day to celebrate hard work and achievement in Tate County! We recently recognized our Coldwater Elementary School students who earned outstanding scores on their MAAP tests at our October Board Meeting. Seeing our young learners set ambitious goals and reach them is what drives our district forward.

Please join us in cheering on these amazing students for a job well done! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Did you know you can nominate a teacher to receive a brand new Kia? This holiday season, Southaven Kia is launching Keys to Christmas, a special giveaway designed to recognize and celebrate the teachers who give so much to our local communities throughout the year. Southaven Kia will give one deserving full-time teacher from DeSoto, Marshall, or Tate County the keys to a brand-new Kia Seltos in early December.

https://www.southavenkia.com/keys-to-christmas-giveaway/

Voting is open now through the first week of December. Voting will close after December 6th and the winner will be awarded shortly after. The announcement of the winner, date to be awarded is still TBD but it will be no later than 12/18.

Did you know that October is National Principals Month? Behind every thriving school, successful student, and supported teacher is a principal working tirelessly behind the scenes. From greeting students with a smile at morning drop-off to keeping everything running smoothly, thank you for your vision, dedication, and heart. #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Students from Independence High School and Strayhorn High School had the opportunity to attend the College and Career Fair at the Senatobia National Guard Armory. We are so proud of our Wildcats and Mustangs for taking big steps toward their goals and exploring incredible path opportunities for their futures!
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"A single letter grade does not fully capture the resilience of our students, hard work of our educators, or the progress happening inside our classrooms every day."

Read our full official press release on our website in the News section:
www.tatecountyschools.org

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Please note that our upcoming monthly board meeting has been rescheduled!

🗓 New Date: Thursday, October 15
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Coldwater Elementary School

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you there!

Meet Jamira, a fantastic 5th grader from East Tate Elementary! She is being recognized for being exceptionally hardworking, helpful, and kind to everyone around her. Her wonderful attitude and dedication set a stellar example for our entire school! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

We are on the move! Following a fantastic September meeting at Independence High School celebrating top test scores at ETE and IHS, our next Tate County School Board Meeting is heading to Coldwater Elementary School on Tuesday, October 13th at 6:00 PM.

We look forward to seeing our community there as we continue celebrating student success across the district!
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It's a great day to celebrate the end of the first nine weeks in Tate County! As we cross the finish line of a fantastic quarter, our students, teachers, and staff have put in incredible dedication and hard work across all of our schools.

Now it is time to recharge and enjoy a well-deserved Fall Break next week! We will see everyone back at school on Monday, October 12! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

REMINDER: Fall Break is almost here!

All Tate County Schools will be closed Monday, October 5 through Friday, October 9 for Fall Break.

Classes will resume as normal on Monday, October 12! We hope all of our students, teachers, and staff enjoy a safe, relaxing, and restful break. #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence