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SEHS graduation: The next step
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SEHS salutatorian

SEHS salutatorian Lana Williams delivers her address.

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Shearouse speech

Superintendent Randy Shearouse addresses the South Effingham High School graduating class of 2008.

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SEHS valedictorian

SEHS valedictorian Cristen Ray reflects on four years of high school.

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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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