Welcome to Sumter County Schools

The Sumter County School District is located in Sumter County, Georgia, the home of the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter.  The District serves over 3,600 students from Americus, Leslie, Desoto, and Plains. Teachers, administrators, support staff members, and the Board of Education are committed to achieving the mission of graduating all students. We are also committed to providing a quality, equitable education for all students and providing appropriate professional learning opportunities for all staff members.

The vision of Sumter County Schools is to graduate all students college and career ready,

who are productive citizens empowered to be competitive in a global society.

The mission of Sumter County Schools is to ensure all students receive an equitable education,

equipped with 21st Century Skills through transformational learning experiences.

What's Happening in Sumter County?

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ATTENDANCE MATTERS — KNOW THE LAW

Regular school attendance is important for student success. Georgia law establishes compulsory attendance requirements for school-age children and outlines responsibilities for parents/guardians and schools.

Thu Sep 17 10:17 AM

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We Are Hiring

Sumter County Schools is seeking outstanding individuals to join our family of educators and support staff to nurture our most valuable resource, our students.

Fri Sep 11 10:20 AM

Your voice our future our district
Town Hall Tour

Announcing: The State of Education Town Hall Tour!

Fri Sep 11 10:19 AM

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Your Child’s Mental Health

Universal Screener for Parents We are fully committed to helping your child succeed in all areas of school and life.

Tue Aug 04 05:03 PM

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Sumter County Students Earn Regional Honors in Young Georgia Authors Competition

Sumter County Schools is proud to celebrate three outstanding student writers who were recognized in the 2025–2026 Young Georgia Authors (YGA) Writing Competition at the regional level.

Fri Mar 20 01:45 PM