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SEMS student wins gold, silver at state horse show
11.15 Michael Holt
Michael Holt Jr. shows off his gold medal from the Special Olympics horse show. - photo by Photo submitted
Staff Report
Updated: Dec 13, 2007, 10:00 AM
Published: Nov 14, 2007, 7:40 PM

Michael Holt Jr., a student South Effingham Middle School, participated in the state horse show for Special Olympics Nov. 9-11 in Perry.

Michael won gold in English Equitation Intermediate II Division, silver in advanced showmanship and fourth place in Trail Intermediate II Division.

Michael attends lessons at Faith Equestrian Therapeutic Center in Guyton.

Lauren Thompson, a SEMS student, volunteers at the Center and went to Perry to assist during the competition.
Effingham County High School Debuts 'Rowdy the Rebel' Mascot
Rowdy the Rebel
Rowdy the Rebel makes his debut at Effingham County High School, walking the halls and greeting students during his first tour of the campus. (Submitted photo)
Updated: Aug 15, 2025, 8:14 PM
Published: Aug 15, 2025, 5:27 PM
Effingham County High School introduced its new mascot, Rowdy the Rebel, this week. Inspired by popular sports mascots, Rowdy will appear at school events, pep rallies, and games, giving students a fresh way to engage and celebrate school spirit.
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