South Effingham High School is one of two public high schools located in Effingham County, Georgia, northwest of Savannah. The school was created in 1996 when Effingham County High School was split.The school is known for its excellent academic programs, award winning band program, and successful athletic programs. They recently (2009-2010 school year) won the annual football game against Effingham County High School. This game is always important because of the on-going rivalry between the two schools since the split.The current principal is Dr. Mark Winters who took over in 2009. Prior to his appointment to SEHS, he was the principal of South Effingham Middle School.Josh Reddick was a star player for the Mustang's baseball team before getting drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the 17th Round of the 2006 MLB Draft.Even with all of these successes school spirit still remains low as a result of unpopular board policies.Former principalsDr. Franklin Goldwire (1996–2003)W. Lang Brannen (2003–2007)Charlie Bannister (Interim) (2007)Dan Noel (2007–2009)Mark Winters (2009-current)External linksSouth Effingham High School