Tate County Schools

For the next 3 months our monthly meetings will be on location throughout the district.

September’s TCSD Board Meeting will be tomorrow-
Tuesday, September 9
at 6:00 pm at
Strayhorn Cafeteria.

#TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Meet Casey, a true team player both in and out of the classroom! She is a dedicated Law & Public Safety student and has proudly served as a volunteer firefighter in her community for the past two years. Casey uses her real-world experience to help her classmates by teaching skills she’s learned on the job and has even been selected as her class’s team leader.
Last year, she represented our CTC at the SkillsUSA State Competition in Jackson, earning 2nd place in the firefighting competition! Casey is a shining example of leadership, service, and excellence—an outstanding representative of what our CTC stands for. #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

It’s a great day to go to the library in Tate County! The 4th graders at Coldwater Elementary love their time in the library! From discovering new adventures in books to building a lifelong love of reading, the library is a favorite place for students to learn, explore, and imagine. #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Meet Alexis! Alexis is a kind and dependable leader who helps kindergarteners find their classrooms, encourages teachers, and is always ready to lend a hand. She sets a positive example for her peers and makes ETE a better place every day. Way to go, Alexis! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Tate County Schools will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025 in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy your three day weekend! We will see everyone back on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

It’s a great day to be in Kindergarten in Tate County! Our kindergarten classrooms are full of bright smile and curious minds. From learning letters and numbers to making new friends and discovering the joy of learning, our youngest Mustangs at Strayhorn Elementary are building a strong foundation for success. #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Meet Austin, an outstanding Wildcat both in the classroom and on the field! He currently holds a 4.0 GPA and is an active member of Interact, FFA, and Beta Club. Austin is also a talented athlete who will be a key contributor to our Wildcat Baseball and Powerlifting teams this year. Keep up the great work, Austin! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

It’s a great day to play in the band in Tate County! The Strayhorn High School Band, led by Drum Major Kaitlyn Durham, has been hard at work preparing for Meet the Mustangs tonight!

We’re proud of our student musicians for bringing energy and Mustang pride to every performance! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Make sure to download the Tate County School District app from the Apple Store or the Google Play Store. Contact your schools if you are having any issues logging in. #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Meet Sara Jane Yount—a standout leader in both academics and female athletics! She is a passionate advocate for equity and recognition in all women’s sports, inspiring those around her through her dedication, leadership, and determination. Way to go, Sara Jane! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

📢 Test Message & Call – Thursday, Aug. 14 at 6:00 p.m.
Tate County School District will send a short test text and phone call from our one-way communication system (used for emergencies and important announcements).
✅ If you receive it – you’re all set.
📞 If you don’t – contact your child’s school to update your phone number in PowerSchool.
📌 Note: Only parents and guardians listed in PowerSchool will receive this test.
#TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Families can now pick up paper meal applications at the front office of your child’s school.
Prefer to fill it out online? You can still apply quickly and easily at myschoolapps.com (http://myschoolapps.com/)
Completing your application helps ensure students receive the meals and resources they need! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

At last night’s board meeting, our MSIS clerks were recognized for their exceptional work in learning and mastering a new system.

We are proud to share that the Mississippi Department of Education sent a special letter congratulating our team on their outstanding effort and dedication.

Jessie Daniel, MSIS Director
Lakeita Robinson of Coldwater Elementary
Amy Patrick of East Tate Elementary
Melissa Crockett of Independence High
Shannon Teddlie of Strayhorn Elementary

Thank you for going above and beyond to keep our district running smoothly. Your hard work does not go unnoticed! #TogetherAchievingTeamExellence

Have you downloaded the Tate County School District App yet?
Our new app now allows parents to send and receive messages with their child’s teachers — a true two-way communication feature, all in one place!
If you are not receiving notifications of these messages, please contact your child’s school to make sure your information is correct.
We appreciate your patience as we work through a few bumps in the road while setting up this new feature and getting used to messaging. We’re excited about how this will help keep families and schools connected like never before! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Independence High School hosted a Welcome Breakfast this morning for students new to IHS! The event, hosted by the IHS Yearbook and Newspaper staff, gave new students a chance to mingle with current students, ask questions, and feel right at home. A great start to a great year at IHS! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Today we welcomed back everyone from our tiniest kindergarteners to our soon-to-be-graduating seniors! Whether you’re filling the classrooms with curiosity, the hallways with chatter, the gyms with energy, the cafeterias with laughter, or the playgrounds with joy — we’re so glad to have you back. Here’s to a fantastic 2025-2026 school year! Let’s make it filled with excellence. #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

We’re so excited to kick off the 2025-2026 school year tomorrow! Let’s make it a year full of growth, learning, and unforgettable moments.
Here’s to a great first day — we’re glad you’re here! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

We’re in the process of switching over to a brand-new website! Our site may be temporarily unavailable during the transition. In the meantime, stay connected by downloading the Tate County School District app for updates, news, and more! 📲 #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

After a great New Teacher Orientation on Thursday, July 24, we welcomed ALL of our incredible educators to the annual TCSD Kick-off Pep Rally on Friday, July 25! The energy, the excitement, the passion—it’s going to be a fantastic year in Tate County! #TheFutureStartsHere #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence