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The ROADMAP, Navigating Your High School Journey; graphic header

 

As you prepare for high school, we want to welcome each of you. This exciting time is filled with new opportunities, challenges, and experiences that will help shape your future. Whether you will soon call yourself an ECHS Rebel, SEHS Mustang, or ECCA Knight, know that the Effingham County School District (ECSD) is committed to making every moment count because every student matters.

Our goal for all high school students is simple yet profound: to graduate prepared to succeed in one of the “3 E’s”—enrolled, enlisted, or employed. High school is designed to prepare you for the future, whether that means continuing your education, serving your country, or entering the workforce. Your middle schools have worked diligently to equip you with a strong foundation, and now it’s time to build upon that as you navigate the next chapter of your educational journey. This guide is here to help you and your families understand what lies ahead, from graduation requirements and career pathways to the variety of Fine Arts, Foreign Language classes, and elective opportunities available.
 
 

ECSD SCHOOLS

Learn more about the different ECSD schools for rising freshman in the booklet below, or you can visit each school's website.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

PATHWAYS

A pathway is a series of three courses in a specific area. All three courses are required to complete the pathway. Each student must complete one pathway to graduate.

The Effingham County School District offers a variety of pathway options. To Learn more about each one on the pages listed below, [Click Here].

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

The issuance of a high school diploma to any student will be contingent upon the fulfillment of Effingham County School District and Georgia State Department of Education requirements.   The Effingham County School District requires 24 units for graduation.
 
To learn more about High School Graduation Requirements, [Click Here].
 
 

A printed version of the Rising Freshman Roadmap will be sent home with every ECSD Rising Freshman.