Americus-Sumter High recognized with award

Published 11:00 am Saturday, May 25, 2019

AMERICUS — Americus-Sumter High School (ASHS) has been chosen as a “College Success Award” winner for 2019. The award recognizes select public schools around the nation for their efforts in preparing students for success in higher education. In receiving this award, ASHS has landed in the top 20 percent of total eligible schools across 25 states. The award was bestowed by the national non-profit organization GreatSchools.org, based in Oakland, California.

“We applaud your leadership and the hard work of your entire community,” Jon Deane, GreatSchools.org CEO, penned in a letter sent to the school. “Your school’s commitment to ensuring that all students are equipped with the tools they need to succeed in college and beyond is exemplary and a model for other schools.”