--- title: "Savannah Education HERE" url: https://www.heresavannah.com/education-savannah-ga/ date: 2026-07-26T17:50:23+00:00 modified: 2026-07-26T18:04:58+00:00 author: "" site: "HERE Savannah" attribution: "HERE Savannah" --- # Savannah Education HERE *Source: [HERE Savannah](https://www.heresavannah.com/education-savannah-ga/) — July 26, 2026 by * HERE Savannah — Education Coverage # Savannah Schools News Schools, Colleges, Careers & Education News — Chatham HERE Education covers every school, deadline, and funding opportunity in Chatham. Use our Right School Right Neighborhood quiz, search the full directory, and track what matters. [School Finder Quiz](#school-matcher) [Search Schools](#school-directory) [Education News](#edu-news) [Deadlines](#edu-deadlines) [Featured Programs](#featured-programs) [Decision Maker](#decision-maker) [Online Education](#online-education) Presenting Sponsor [Your Business Here — Reach Every Family in Chatham](/advertise/) Updated weekly  ·  Savannah, GA  ·  8 High Schools Chatham is home to 2 school districts serving students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. High schools serving Savannah families include **Jenkins High School** (Warriors), **Beach High School** (Bulldogs), **Groves High School** (Rebels), **Islands High School** (Sharks), **Windsor Forest High School** (Knights), and 3 more. HERESavannah covers every school board meeting, budget cycle, and academic milestone across Chatham. Higher education options for Savannah residents include institutions across the Coastal Georgia / Lowcountry region. HERESavannah will profile local college options as coverage expands. GA's public-school governance flows through the **GA Department of Education**, which administers **GA READY** assessments each spring and enforces the **Read to Succeed Act** — requiring third-grade reading proficiency before promotion. The **Georgia High School Association (GHSA)** governs interscholastic athletics across the state. Teacher pay begins at the state minimum and is locally supplemented — making salaries a perennial flashpoint at budget hearings. HERESavannah tracks school-board meetings across Chatham — agendas, votes, and budget summaries published before local papers. Our reporters cover graduation rates and **GA READY** scores; teacher-contract negotiations; school resource officers; SAT and ACT data; Title I funding allocations; building bond referenda; and the Friday Night Football calendar. From dual-enrollment windows at local technical colleges to faculty announcements at area universities — if it happens in a Savannah classroom or on a Chatham campus, it is HERE. DEADLINES PassedSC Need-Based Grants — Apply Now•PassedFAFSA Priority Deadline•PassedSC Teaching Fellows Application•PassedSC School of Math & Science — Applications•PassedGA READY Testing Window•PassedSavannah-Chatham County Public School System Open Enrollment•PassedSC Need-Based Grants — Apply Now•PassedFAFSA Priority Deadline•PassedSC Teaching Fellows Application•PassedSC School of Math & Science — Applications•PassedGA READY Testing Window•PassedSavannah-Chatham County Public School System Open Enrollment• Latest Coverage ## Education News 🏫 School Board ### Chatham school board budget hearing scheduled for March Community members invited to weigh in on the proposed 2026–27 budget for Chatham schools. March 10, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🏫 Local Schools ### Jenkins High School renovation update Work continues on facilities improvements at Jenkins High School in Chatham. March 8, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 💻 Scholarships ### State workforce scholarship expansion benefits Savannah students A state workforce scholarship program is expanding eligibility — residents of Chatham may now qualify. March 3, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🏫 College ### Local college enrollment open for fall 2026 Higher education institutions serving Savannah have opened fall enrollment windows. March 5, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🌸 Scholarships ### State workforce scholarship expansion benefits Savannah students A state workforce scholarship program is expanding eligibility — hundreds of Chatham residents may now qualify. March 3, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) 🏫 School Board ### Chatham school rezoning proposal under review A proposed boundary change could shift student attendance zones ahead of the 2026–27 school year in Chatham. March 1, 2026 [Read More →](/category/education-2/) **Submit an Education Tip** Know something we should cover? Board meeting, school news, or funding opportunity? Submit Tip Section Sponsor [Sponsor Education News — Reach Chatham Families](/advertise/) Interactive Tool ## Right School. Right Neighborhood. HERE! Tell us what matters to your family — schools, community feel, budget — and we'll match you to the right Savannah neighborhood. Step 1 of 6 ### What grades are you shopping schools for? PreK / KindergartenAges 4–6 Elementary (1–5)Ages 6–11 Middle School (6–8)Ages 11–14 High School (9–12)Ages 14–18 Not school age yet — planning aheadFuture family planning Continue → Step 2 of 6 ### What matters most to you in a school? (Select up to 3) Academic PerformanceTest scores, college prep AthleticsCompetitive sports, facilities Arts & ActivitiesMusic, theater, clubs Small Class SizeIndividual attention Diversity & InclusionInclusive community STEM ProgramsScience, tech, engineering, math AP / Honors / IBAdvanced coursework Safety & School CulturePositive environment ← Back Continue → Step 3 of 6 ### What kind of community feels like home? Small & Tight-KnitClose community, know your neighbors — Savannah area Suburban & GrowingNew development, good schools — Chatham suburbs Urban & ConnectedSavannah — walkable, arts, dining Rural & SpaciousChatham — land, quiet, small-town feel ← Back Continue → Step 4 of 6 ### Which part of Chatham? Historic District Ardsley Park / Chatham Crescent Tybee Island Midtown / Baldwin Park & Fairway Oaks Southside / Georgetown Isle of Hope Skidaway Island / The Landings Open — show me what fits anywhereNo location preference ← Back Continue → Step 5 of 6 ### Tell us about your move Moving Timeline Yes — Actively Looking Yes — Within 6 Months Planning Ahead 1+ Year Just Researching Budget Range Under $200K $200K–$300K $300K–$400K $400K–$600K $600K+ Home to Sell? Yes No (First Home or Renting) Maybe ← Back Continue → Step 6 of 6 ### Where should we send your neighborhood match? We'll email your personalized school & neighborhood report — free, no obligation. Get My Match → No spam. We match you with a local real estate expert only if you want us to. ← Back Your Match ## Your Savannah Neighborhood Match Historic District Chatham Savannah-Chatham County Public School System — Jenkins High School Savannah offers a range of neighborhoods that match different school and lifestyle priorities. Connect with a local real estate expert to explore what fits your family best. Contact a local agent for current pricing [Connect with a Local Real Estate Partner](/contact/) Start Over Sponsor the School Finder [Reach every relocating family in Chatham — Become a Sponsor](/advertise/) Full Directory ## Savannah School Directory, Report Cards, and School News 8+ High Schools — Colleges & Universities — Technical Programs 2 School Districts [All Schools](https://www.heresavannah.com/schools-savannah-ga/?school_type=all) [High Schools](https://www.heresavannah.com/schools-savannah-ga/?school_type=high) [Middle Schools](https://www.heresavannah.com/schools-savannah-ga/?school_type=middle) [Elementary](https://www.heresavannah.com/schools-savannah-ga/?school_type=elementary) [Colleges](https://www.heresavannah.com/schools-savannah-ga/?school_type=college) [Technical Programs](https://www.heresavannah.com/schools-savannah-ga/?school_type=technical) ### Chatham High Schools Savannah-Chatham County Public School System ### Savannah-Chatham County Public School System **High Schools:** Jenkins High School (Warriors), Beach High School (Bulldogs), Groves High School (Rebels), Islands High School (Sharks), Windsor Forest High School (Knights), New Hampstead High School (Phoenix), Savannah High School (Blue Jackets) **County:** Chatham Private / Catholic ### Private / Catholic **High Schools:** Benedictine Military School (Cadets) **County:** Chatham Statewide Magnet ### GA Governor's School for Science & Mathematics **Area:** Hartsville, GA — statewide enrollment **Type:** Residential magnet high school for GA students Applications open annually [School Website →](https://www.scgssm.org) Directory Sponsor [Featured Listing — Get Your School or Program Seen by Every Savannah Family](/advertise/) Public Accountability Data ## School Report Cards Official annual ratings from the state education oversight authority and the **{{STATE_EDU_FULL}}**. Showing every rated public school in Chatham County for the 2024-25 school year. Click any school to view the full report card on the official state report cards site (graduation rate, academic progress, school climate, financial data). **Report card data loading.** Statewide public school ratings are refreshed annually. Check back soon. Report Cards Sponsor [Reach Every Savannah Family Comparing Schools — Get Featured Here](/advertise/) 6. FEATURED SCHOOLS & PROGRAMS ============================================================ --> Active Deadlines & Notable Programs ## Featured Schools & Programs GA Governor's School for Science & Math Statewide Magnet Applications APPLICATIONS OPEN GA's elite residential magnet school for mathematically and scientifically gifted students. Open to all GA students. Free tuition  ·  Residential program  ·  Grades 11–12 [Learn More →](https://www.scgssm.org/admissions) GA Teaching Fellows Teaching Fellows Scholarship SCHOLARSHIP $6,000 per year for high school seniors planning to teach in GA. Competitive program recognizing future educators. $6,000/year  ·  Service requirement  ·  All GA colleges [Learn More →](https://www.cerra.org/teaching-fellows.html) GA Need-Based Grants Apply Before June 30 FINANCIAL AID GA's need-based grant programs provide financial assistance to eligible students attending GA colleges and universities. Eligibility based on FAFSA  ·  Deadline: June 30 [Learn More →](https://www.che.sc.gov/Students,FamiliesAdvisors/PayingForCollege/FinancialAssistanceAvailable/GrantsScholarships.aspx) Featured Listing [Get Your School or Program Featured Here — Contact HERESavannah](/advertise/) Interactive Career & Education Tool ## The HERE Decision Maker 6 questions, a personalized education & career roadmap. Free. No sign-up. Question 1 of 6 Question 1 of 6 ### Where are you right now? ✓ High School StudentCurrently enrolled, exploring next steps ✓ Recent GraduateHS or college grad, starting out ✓ Working AdultAlready working, looking to advance or change ✓ Parent / GuardianResearching options for my child Continue → Question 2 of 6 ### What matters most to you? ✓ Income FastMaximize earnings as quickly as possible ✓ Passion & PurposeWork that aligns with my values and interests ✓ Stability & SecurityConsistent job, good benefits, solid future ✓ Growth & AdvancementCareer path with upward mobility and learning ← Back Continue → Question 3 of 6 ### How do you learn best? ✓ Hands-OnLabs, workshops, apprenticeships, doing ✓ Structured ClassroomLectures, assignments, guided learning ✓ Self-DirectedOnline, at my own pace, flexible schedule ✓ Mix of EverythingCombination that keeps me engaged ← Back Continue → Question 4 of 6 ### How much time can you commit? ✓ Full-Time Student30–40 hours/week, fully committed to education ✓ Part-Time (10–20 hrs/wk)Working while studying, steady pace ✓ A Few Hours Per WeekMicro-learning, certifications, self-study ✓ Weekend / Evening OnlyDay job, learning outside work hours ← Back Continue → Question 5 of 6 ### What career field interests you most? ✓ Healthcare & NursingNursing, therapy, public health, allied health ✓ Technology & ITSoftware, cybersecurity, data, networking ✓ Skilled TradesElectrician, HVAC, welding, construction ✓ Business & FinanceManagement, accounting, marketing, entrepreneurship ✓ EducationTeaching, counseling, school administration ✓ Creative & MediaDesign, communications, arts, journalism ✓ Manufacturing & EngineeringAdvanced manufacturing, engineering technology ✓ Public ServiceGovernment, military, first responders, social work ← Back Continue → Question 6 of 6 ### Where should we send your personalized roadmap? We'll email your free education & career plan — no obligation. Get My Roadmap → ← Back Your Personalized Roadmap ## Your Savannah Education & Career Plan Based on your answers, here are the top 3 paths we recommend in Savannah. **Want this plan emailed to you?** We'll send a PDF summary plus local scholarship and program contacts. Send My Plan Start Over Decision Maker Sponsor [Sponsor the Decision Maker — Reach Job Seekers & Students in Chatham](/advertise/) Flexible Learning Options ## Online & Hybrid Education Accredited programs for Chatham residents who need flexibility. Google Career Certificates Grow with Google — Career Certificates Google, IBM, Meta, and other employer-backed certificates. Many are accepted by Chatham's manufacturing and tech employers. Some WIOA-funded. Free via Coursera Financial Aid [Learn More →](https://grow.google/certificates/) SC Technical College System GA Online Workforce Training The GA Technical College System offers online certificates and associate degree programs through the state's 16 technical colleges. GA in-state rates + WIOA eligible [Learn More →](https://www.sctechsystem.edu) Western Governors University WGU — Competency-Based Degrees Flat-rate tuition online university; fully accredited. Strong in nursing, teaching, IT, and business. Popular with working adults. ~$3,900–$4,900/6-month term [Learn More →](https://www.wgu.edu) Program Sponsor [Feature Your Online Program — Reach Adult Learners in Chatham](/advertise/) Governance & Accountability ## School Board Meetings HERESavannah covers every public school board meeting in Chatham — agendas published in advance, votes summarized after. Savannah-Chatham County Public School System Savannah-Chatham County Public School System **Next Meeting:** Check district website for schedule **Location:** Chatham — district office Private / Catholic Private / Catholic **Next Meeting:** Check district website for schedule **Location:** Chatham — district office ### Key Education Policy Issues — Chatham 📚 GA READY Scores — Grade-level reading by 3rd grade HIGH 💰 Title I Funding Allocations — Chatham schools HIGH 🏫 School Safety — Resource officers on campus HIGH 🎓 Dual Enrollment Expansion — High school / college MEDIUM 🏗️ Facilities & Bonds — Building referenda MEDIUM 👩‍🏫 Teacher Recruitment & Pay — Local supplements HIGH Section Sponsor [Sponsor Board Coverage — Reach Chatham Education Leaders](/advertise/) Common Questions ## Education FAQ — Savannah ### How many school districts does Chatham have? + Chatham is served by 2 school districts. Each district has its own elected board, superintendent, and budget. Use our School Neighborhood Matcher above to find which district fits your family. ### How do I enroll my child in a Chatham school? + Enrollment is handled at the district level. Your school district is determined by your home address. Contact the relevant district office or visit their website for forms, residency requirements, and deadlines. ### What colleges are available to Savannah students? + GA students have access to a network of technical and 4-year colleges statewide. Use our Decision Maker above to explore paths. ### Is there financial aid available for Savannah students? + Yes — FAFSA is available for all eligible students. ### How does high school athletics work in Chatham? + High school athletics in Chatham are governed by the Georgia High School Association (GHSA). Schools compete in classifications based on enrollment (1A–5A for most sports). HERESavannah covers every home game, playoff bracket, and signing-day announcement. ### How do I submit a tip or story idea to HERESavannah? + Use the Submit an Education Tip form at the top of this page. We cover school board decisions, program announcements, scholarship opportunities, enrollment deadlines, and any issue affecting Chatham students and families. Tips can be submitted anonymously. Weekly Newsletter ## Savannah Education Newsletter Every Thursday — deadlines, board meeting summaries, scholarship alerts, and education news for Chatham. No fluff. ✓ School board meeting recaps — Chatham ✓ Scholarship and enrollment deadlines ✓ GHSA scores and playoff alerts ✓ Higher ed news for Coastal Georgia / Lowcountry students ✓ Free. Unsubscribe any time. **Get the Savannah Education Briefing** Free. Every Thursday morning. Subscribe Free → No spam. Unsubscribe anytime. © 2026 HERESavannah · Education coverage across the GA HERE network.