E-SPLOST and Effingham County
E-SPLOST in Action: Ensuring every child thrives as our schools and community grow together.
If you’re a parent in Effingham County, you already know: this is a place people want to be. Safe neighborhoods. Strong schools. A close-knit, supportive community. For many families, Effingham is more than a place to live—it’s where they’ve chosen to raise their children. As our county grows, so does our school district, with one shared goal: ensuring every child thrives.
Coming Soon: Creekside Elementary
We’re especially excited about Creekside Elementary, our newest school, scheduled to open in Fall 2026 which is being funded by E-SPLOST. Located on Blue Jay Road, it will help relieve capacity at our current elementary schools. As we prepare for this addition, families can expect transparent conversations about redistricting, with numerous opportunities to provide feedback and participate in the planning process.
Projects for Students & Community
We’re also proud of two completed projects that enhance opportunities for both students and the broader community: the renovation of the Hereford House and the development of the Honey Ridge Arena. These state-of-the-art facilities provide space for agricultural education, events, and hands-on learning experiences that benefit students across all grade levels.
Our Completed E-SPLOST Improvements
Additions at South Effingham Middle School, including a new classroom wing, STEAM Lab, and Learning Commons
Updated band trailers and new instruments for both high school bands
56 new school buses purchased over the past two years—all air-conditioned for student comfort
Enhanced security, including Centegix crisis alert badges, secure access controls, and weapons detection systems in all schools
New roofs on several campuses like Sand Hill Elementary, Guyton Elementary, Ebenezer Middle, and Springfield Elementary
Upgraded athletic facilities, including turf fields at both stadiums, new stadium bleachers at South Effingham, and new tennis courts at Effingham County High
Wing additions at South Elementary, Sand Hill Elementary, Ebenezer Elementary, Blandford Elementary, South Effingham High
Inclusive playgrounds at the elementary schools across the district
Together, we’re building more than classrooms—we’re building futures. And in Effingham County, the future looks bright.