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?

Your voice our future our district
Town Hall Tour

Announcing: The State of Education Town Hall Tour! Sumter County Schools is excited to launch The State of Education Town Hall Tour this October! Superintendent Jerry J. Sanders, Sr. is taking the conversation into communities across Sumter County to listen and engage directly with our families and stakeholders. These Town Halls will provide a welcoming and safe space for honest dialogue about the future of our schools. Superintendent Sanders will share the district’s focus on Tier I Instruction, Culture & Climate, and Customer Service—but most importantly, we want to hear from YOU! **Light refreshments will be served** Please join us- BE PART OF THE SOLUTION.

Thu Sep 10 10:09 PM

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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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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. Located in Southwest Georgia, Sumter County offers a dynamic and active lifestyle for newcomers and lifelong residents, with vibrant downtown shopping, tourist attractions, beautiful historic homes and many recreational opportunities.

Tue Aug 04 04:10 PM

Young Georgia Authors
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

Foundational Leadership and Entrepreneurship Experience (FLEX) local competition.
FLEX Local Winners Showcase Innovation and Excellence

Sumter County Schools is proud to recognize and celebrate the exceptional accomplishments of its students who recently competed in the 2026 Foundational Leadership and Entrepreneurship Experience (FLEX) local competition.

Wed Mar 18 11:34 AM