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Students honored for Herdsman Award
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From left: Marina Powell. Allison Gordon, Dusty Jett, Logan Jett, SEMS FFA advisor Myria Shipman, Lauren Miller, Dallas Dasher and Gerald Kessler. Not pictured were: Dakota Scott, Aaron Phillips, Ryan Weredyk, Olivia Laverenz and Logan Conaway. The team received a banner and $200. They were judged on the educational value and presentation of their display, how neat they kept their barn and overall behavior of the students. - photo by Photo by Calli Arnold
The Effingham County Board of Education recognized the FFA group representing South Effingham schools for receiving the Herdsman Award in February at the State Fair in Perry.
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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