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![John Hunt Annual Grandparents' & Special Friends' Day]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761247453/tiftareaacademycom/rdukindjr9sjcqorahdc/Untitleddesign.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761247453/tiftareaacademycom/rdukindjr9sjcqorahdc/Untitleddesign.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761247453/tiftareaacademycom/rdukindjr9sjcqorahdc/Untitleddesign.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761247453/tiftareaacademycom/rdukindjr9sjcqorahdc/Untitleddesign.png","width":1200}])
We loved celebrating our Grandparents and Special Friends on Friday, October 3rd! It was a day full of smiles, hugs, and love for the special people who mean so much to our students. Congratulations to D.W. & Elicia Harper, grandparents of Lillianna, for winning our Free Tuition Raffle!
![Senior Pals Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761246798/fmgmb9ldli0cbb3ovelq/2025-29.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761246798/fmgmb9ldli0cbb3ovelq/2025-29.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761246798/fmgmb9ldli0cbb3ovelq/2025-29.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761246798/fmgmb9ldli0cbb3ovelq/2025-29.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761246798/fmgmb9ldli0cbb3ovelq/2025-29.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761246798/fmgmb9ldli0cbb3ovelq/2025-29.jpg","width":2200}])
Senior Pals is a wonderful, long-standing tradition that pairs a senior student with a K5 (Kindergarten) student, fostering meaningful, cross-age friendships within our school community. Throughout the year, pals participate in several fun and engaging meet-and-greet events, field trips, and celebrations together.
![2024 - 2025 Teacher's of the Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761069604/tiftareaacademycom/kyfytwcmkl5g2vpaebji/teachersofyear2025.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761069604/tiftareaacademycom/kyfytwcmkl5g2vpaebji/teachersofyear2025.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761069604/tiftareaacademycom/kyfytwcmkl5g2vpaebji/teachersofyear2025.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761069604/tiftareaacademycom/kyfytwcmkl5g2vpaebji/teachersofyear2025.png","width":1200}])
Congratulations to our 2024–2025 Teachers of the Year! Our Upper School Teacher of the Year is Mrs. Bethany Tanner, who has been part of our math department for 8 years.
Our Lower School Teacher of the Year is Mrs. Kari Collins, who has dedicated 17 years to Tiftarea Academy! We’re so thankful for the hard work, dedication, and love you pour into our students every day.
![Literary State Champions]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761231122/tiftareaacademycom/os4jbwodividlqcp2e9h/0629_0012pdf.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761231122/tiftareaacademycom/os4jbwodividlqcp2e9h/0629_0012pdf.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761231122/tiftareaacademycom/os4jbwodividlqcp2e9h/0629_0012pdf.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761231122/tiftareaacademycom/os4jbwodividlqcp2e9h/0629_0012pdf.png","width":1200}])
Our Literary Team won the 2025 GISA AAA State Championship, the school’s second state title in four years.
Thomas Holt, Ridley Monk, Olivia Monfort, and Will Shelnutt earned individual state championships, and every team member who competed at state placed first, second, or third in their event. Congratulations to our champion
![Lower School Art Show]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761231431/tiftareaacademycom/jtcbqcwzod9ihq7d1dlt/IMG_2072.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761231431/tiftareaacademycom/jtcbqcwzod9ihq7d1dlt/IMG_2072.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761231431/tiftareaacademycom/jtcbqcwzod9ihq7d1dlt/IMG_2072.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761231431/tiftareaacademycom/jtcbqcwzod9ihq7d1dlt/IMG_2072.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761231431/tiftareaacademycom/jtcbqcwzod9ihq7d1dlt/IMG_2072.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761231431/tiftareaacademycom/jtcbqcwzod9ihq7d1dlt/IMG_2072.jpg","width":2200}])
At the end of the last school year, Mrs. Branch, our Lower School art teacher, organized an art exhibit in the library featuring projects from Pre-K through 5th grade. The exhibit beautifully displayed the creativity and hard work of our students. We are grateful for this excellent program and look forward to enjoying many more years of student artwork on display.
![Irvin Branch Retirement from Board of Trustees]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761246836/s6wtboeophupzm3f0uly/DSC00072.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761246836/s6wtboeophupzm3f0uly/DSC00072.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761246836/s6wtboeophupzm3f0uly/DSC00072.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761246836/s6wtboeophupzm3f0uly/DSC00072.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1761246836/s6wtboeophupzm3f0uly/DSC00072.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1761246836/s6wtboeophupzm3f0uly/DSC00072.jpg","width":2200}])
After 27 years of tireless service and dedication, Mr. Irvin Branch has retired from the Tiftarea Academy Board of Trustees.He leaves behind a remarkable legacy of love for our school and a lasting commitment to its growth and success. We are deeply grateful for his many years of guidance, vision, and support, which have helped shape the Academy into the thriving community it is today.