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Pyramid of many colors
pyramid
Girls work on the pyramid of their routine performed for parents and friends. Campers will cheer at the ECHS home game Sept. 3. - photo by Photo by Calli Arnold

The Effingham County High School competition cheerleaders hosted their annual Rebels Cheer Camp this week for 60 young girls across the county. 

Wednesday was themed “Wacky Tacky Wednesday,” and all the girls wore their brightest and silliest faux pas.

The camp is a fundraiser for the squad’s competition season. Coached by Katie Ward, the team placed 12th last year at the state level.

The Rebels cheer campers will cheer before the ECHS home game Sept. 3.

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)
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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