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100 days of school
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The pre-k class at Little Tots concluded their celebration of the first 100 days of school by wearing hats they made with 100 on the front and enjoying cupcakes with the number 100 placed on top during the afternoon snack time. Little Tots thanked its parents and pre-k staff for an educational fun-filled 100th day celebration. - photo by Photo provided
Staff Report
Updated: Jan 28, 2011, 3:05 AM
Published: Jan 28, 2011, 3:10 AM
The pre-k class at Little Tots celebrated its 100th day of school on Jan. 21. The children were asked to bring in 100 items from home to share with the class and they took part in activities that placed emphasis on 100.
Effingham School Board Approves $203M budget with Potential Property Tax Increase
2026 budget
This chart illustrates how the Effingham County School District’s $203 million general fund is allocated for fiscal year 2026, including spending on salaries, benefits, transportation, health services, and safety and security. (Courtesy of Effingham School District)
Updated: Jun 20, 2025, 1:18 PM
Published: Jun 20, 2025, 12:51 PM
The Effingham County Board of Education approved a $203 million fiscal year 2026 budget Thursday night, reflecting an 11% increase over last year. The rise is largely due to an $8 million spike in health and retirement benefit costs for employees. To help cover the shortfall, the district may raise the property tax millage rate, potentially increasing homeowners’ taxes by up to 12 percent.
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