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School board recognizes aspiring leaders
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Pictured along with Superintendent Randy Shearouse and the BoE members are this years ALP graduates: Stacy Boyett, Vanessa Denison, LaToya Jones, Ashley Kieffer, Ame Lane, Melissa Long, Keri Morgan, Jennifer Peavey, Teshe Shuman, Glenn Smith and Donna Strickland. - photo by Photo by Paul Floeckher
Staff Report
Updated: May 24, 2012, 11:43 PM
Published: May 24, 2012, 11:45 PM

Eleven Effingham County Schools employees were recognized at last week’s board of education meeting for completing the Aspiring Leaders Program.

The Aspiring Leaders Program (ALP) is an intensive "learning-by-doing" leadership development program. Day-long sessions related to school leadership topics are conducted monthly, and each aspiring leader also participates in two major projects designed to benefit both the school and individual. The program is challenging and requires a 12-month commitment beyond the normal workday.
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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