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CHAPIN, S.C. – Piney Woods Elementary School brought the community together for a unique conservation event, “Purple Martin Haze Craze,” on February 27, 2025. The event focused on raising awareness about the Purple Martin, a bird species that relies entirely on humans for survival along the East Coast. Students, families,Continue Reading

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The Chapin Sunrise Rotary Club has honored Mary Ellen Morrison from Spring Hill High School as their Student of the Month. This recognition highlights Morrison’s achievements, leadership, and dedication to her school and community. The Rotary Club regularly acknowledges outstanding students who demonstrate excellence in academics, service, and character.Continue Reading

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IRMO – Piney Woods Elementary School Reading Coach has received the Distinguished Teacher of Literacy Award by the Columbia Area Literacy Association, the local council associated with the Palmetto State Literacy Association. Dr. Scott Johnson is involved in the Palmetto State Literacy Association as the Legislative Chairperson and the localContinue Reading

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Dezyah Dewitt, a third-grade Cayce Elementary School student, is the winner of the 13th Annual Future Chefs Challenge in Lexington Two. A panel of judges selected Dewitt’s Cheeseburger Cupcakes as its favorite from among recipes prepared by finalist 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students from the district’s six elementary schools.Continue Reading

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Several District Five students performed at the SC Music Educators Association All State Choir weekend at Winthrop University February 27 – March 1. Students selected to participate include: Aishani Banerjee (Chapin Middle), Baylie Batchelor (Irmo High), Anasia Bryant (Irmo High), Elijah Drum (Chapin High), Mackenzie Gable (Chapin High), Kyle HoustonContinue Reading

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Literacy SC an adult literacy nonprofit, announces its 2025 board officers and invites community members to join its mission of teaching practical reading, writing, and math skills to adults. “Literacy SC focuses on learning foundational literary skills in a safe and supportive environment,” said newly appointed Board Chair Brittany SmithContinue Reading

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By Sarah Ostergaard Like democracy, education is a participatory exercise and we all have essential roles to play in support of our local public school system. A well-functioning public education system requires that we communicate with our elected officials to educate them after making sure we are educated on theContinue Reading

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South Carolina Connections Academy, a tuition-free online public school, has announced enrollment for the 2025-26 academic year is now open to students in grades K-11 across the state. Currently in its 16th year of operation, South Carolina Connections Academy offers an established, online education experience and serves about 6,000 studentsContinue Reading

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District Five has announced its science fair winners. The event was held at Dutch Fork High School. The District Science and Engineering Fair took place February 8 at Dutch Fork High School. The District Elementary, Intermediate, Middle, and High School Science and Engineering Fair had 174 projects representing the fieldsContinue Reading

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Monday March 10 was an exciting day for the three Astronomy classes at Dutch Fork High School (DFHS). They were visited by CEO Rob Quigley of New Ascent Aerospace and got to participate in the company’s educational aerospace program “Mission Subspace”. Quigley flew in from Maryland to guide the studentsContinue Reading