The Sumter County Board of Education works to formulate policies for the administration of Sumter County Schools. The board offers fiscal and business management solutions. It works to provide instructional and facility expansion programs. The Sumter County Board of Education helps to maintain interorganizational and general public relations. The board is responsible for the administration of joint enrollment and gifted student programs. It manages competitive interscholastic activities for students. The Sumter County Board of Education also helps to organize field trips and excursions. The board assists with grading systems and arranges graduation and school ceremonies. In addition, it handles several school administration services, such as personnel hiring and superintendent duties and evaluation.