Attendance matters, and we know it isn't easy! Balancing early mornings, busy routines, and everyday life takes real effort from our entire community. That is why we are so proud to celebrate East Tate Elementary and Strayhorn Elementary for reaching our district goal with 95% attendance rate during the month of October! Thank you to our dedicated students, parents, teachers, and staff for showing up and prioritizing learning every day. Who will hit the 95% attendance mark next month?#TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

At last night’s board meeting, we had the honor of recognizing our Strayhorn students who earned perfect scores and achieved at the highest levels. Your hard work, dedication, and pursuit of excellence make all of Tate County proud.

Congratulations to these outstanding scholars and the families and teachers who support them every step of the way!
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Today, Tate County School District pauses to extend our deepest gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. We are forever thankful for the sacrifices made by our nation's veterans, including the dedicated service members within our own community, staff, and military-connected families.

Thank you for your service and dedication to protecting our freedom.
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Meet Erin!
Erin has been a fantastic standout in our high school community this year! She has fully embraced our new school changes with an inspiring, positive attitude, leading by example both in the classroom and on the volleyball court. Her incredible spirit, leadership, and dedicated work ethic make her a truly wonderful representative of our school. We are so proud of everything she accomplishes every day!
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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.

It's a great day to build the future together in Tate County! Our engineering students have been hard at work constructing robots that show off the incredible innovation happening across our district.
These students demonstrate critical thinking, collaboration, and technical expertise every step of the way. Watching their ideas come to life through hands-on STEM learning is inspiring.
We are so proud of these talented problem solvers and the bright future they are creating for Tate County. #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

The Tate Advisory Committee met today to collaborate on our continued journey toward success! This dedicated group of community members, administrators, parents, high school students, teachers, and staff gathered to share insights and work together as we strive toward excellence for all of Tate County.
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Our Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council (SSAC) members attended yesterday's Tate County Board of Supervisors meeting to observe local leadership up close.

Coldwater Elementary 6th graders Katlen Moreno and Emma Williams led the Pledge of Allegiance, 6th grader Deneriyon Arnold opened the meeting in prayer, and senior Hailey Muniz sat alongside board members during the proceedings. Thank you to our board of supervisors for welcoming our TCSD student leaders!
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Meet Javion! It is rare to find a student who truly does it all, but Javion makes it look easy! Whether on the field or in the classroom, he represents the very best of our school community. An elite athlete, dual-enrollment scholar, peacemaker, and class favorite, Javion is loved by everyone. We are so proud of the leader you are. Keep shining bright! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

Wishing all of our Tate County School District students, families, and staff a very Happy Halloween! We are still smiling from yesterday’s annual Trick-or-Treat at East Tate Elementary and hope your holiday is filled with fun and celebration. 🎃
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Ghosts, ghouls, and great choices! Strayhorn Elementary students showed out in their best costumes today for "Scare Away Drugs" day, making it clear that drug-free choices are nothing to be afraid of.

We are so proud of our elementary students for taking a brave stand for a healthy future during Red Ribbon Week!
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Yesterday, team spirit was at an all-time high today at Independence High School! Our Wildcats suited up in their favorite sports jerseys for "Team Up Against Drugs" day, demonstrating that when we stand together, living drug-free is a winning strategy.

Thank you to our IHS students and staff for showing incredible unity and commitment during Red Ribbon Week! #TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence

It's a great day to learn together in Tate County! Students at East Tate are taking big steps forward in their learning through small group instruction and direct teacher support.

Working closely with teachers in small groups gives our students the dedicated focus, targeted feedback, and hands-on guidance they need to master new concepts.

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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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