We are absolutely thrilled to announce that our very own Effingham County High School (ECHS) graduate, Ella Marchese, has earned the prestigious 2025 Student Success Award from the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) and the Georgia Learning Resources System (GLRS)! This incredible achievement recognizes Ella's outstanding academic, employment, and extracurricular accomplishments, highlighting her dedication and bright future.

Ella's selection for this esteemed award, given to fewer than 20 graduating seniors statewide, underscores her remarkable success in planning for her future endeavors, her active involvement in our school and the wider community, and her exceptional leadership and advocacy skills. This honor truly reflects Ella's hard work and the positive impact she has made throughout her time at ECHS.

This significant milestone is a testament not only to Ella's individual efforts but also to the unwavering support system surrounding her. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ella and her family, whose encouragement has been invaluable. We also want to express our sincere appreciation to the dedicated teachers and staff at ECHS who have played a crucial role in nurturing Ella's growth and empowering her to achieve such great success.

Ella was honored at a GaDOE virtual awards ceremony, where her exceptional achievements were celebrated alongside other outstanding students from across Georgia. We are immensely proud of Ella and all that she has accomplished. Her success serves as an inspiration to our entire school community.

Congratulations, Ella, on this well-deserved recognition! We are excited to see all the wonderful things you will achieve in the future.