Lexington-Richland School District Five will host the first of two Magnet Fairs on Thursday, November 20, 2025, giving families an opportunity to explore a variety of specialized academic programs offered throughout the district. For the second year, the fairs will be divided by grade level to better serve families. TheContinue Reading
Members of the Lexington-Richland School District Five FFA Chapter traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana, October 28–November 1 to compete in the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo. The students represented South Carolina in the National FFA Veterinary Science Career Development Event, earning a silver rating and placing 16th nationally. Forty-five teams—180Continue Reading
School District Five of Lexington & Richland Counties will honor local veterans and support students exploring military careers during two special events on Wednesday, November 12. The day begins with a Veterans Appreciation Breakfast from 7:30–8:30 a.m. at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies. Military veterans who reside in theContinue Reading
Eight high-school seniors from Lexington-Richland School District Five took part in the Live2Lead leadership conference on October 16, thanks to an invitation from Bency Beals, founder of Ignite Leadership Solutions. Two students from each of the district’s high schools were selected for the event, which connects young leaders with globallyContinue Reading
Cultural Field Trip Brings Language and Tradition to Life IRMO, S.C. – Eighth-grade Spanish I students from Dutch Fork Middle School recently attended a special Mexican folklórico dance performance as part of their ongoing cultural studies. Under the guidance of their teacher Mia Wilkins, students had the opportunity to experienceContinue Reading
IRMO – Lexington-Richland School District Five will host two information sessions this month for families interested in learning more about the district’s Dual Enrollment Program, which allows high school students to earn college credit while completing high school requirements. A virtual webinar will be held Tuesday, October 29 at 6Continue Reading
IRMO – Lexington-Richland School District Five schools joined the nationwide celebration of the National School Lunch Program from October 13–17, 2025. Serving nearly 30 million children each day, the program provides nutritious meals that fuel learning and growth. This year’s theme, “Taste The World: Your School Lunch Passport,” encouraged studentsContinue Reading
IRMO – Local classrooms in Lexington-Richland School District Five are getting a boost thanks to the Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative’s (MCEC) annual Bright Ideas Grant program. This year, District Five teachers received a total of $2,320 in funding for innovative classroom projects. Recipients included Chris Austin of Leaphart Elementary, Martin CwiakalaContinue Reading
The Chapin Sunrise Rotary Club has recognized Teddy Bonavilla from Lake Murray Elementary School as its Student of the Month. The award celebrates students who demonstrate leadership, academic excellence, and service to others—core values of Rotary and the Chapin community.Continue Reading
IRMO, S.C. – River Springs Elementary recently received a special gift inspired by The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt by Riel Nason. A parent hand-crafted and donated a quilt to the school library to match the story’s theme. The book tells the tale of a little ghost who feelsContinue Reading
The District Five Foundation for Educational Excellence is hosting its Annual Fall Fundraiser, An Evening for Education, October 18 from 7 – 10 pm at The River Center at Saluda Shoals Park. There will be food, drinks, a silent auction and entertainment. Sponsorship opportunities still exist and Silent Auction itemContinue Reading
IRMO – School District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties will host an Escolares Pathway Information Night on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Irmo Middle School from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event provides an opportunity for families to learn more about the Escolares Pathway, meet district personnel, andContinue Reading
CHAPIN – Lexington-Richland School District Five Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Jordan Nelson has been awarded a $30,000 grant from the Leo’s Pride Foundation to fund a new sensory room at Lake Murray Elementary School (LMES). “I just want to thank Leo and his family for this opportunity to have aContinue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard In today’s world, a single click can cost a teacher their career. Even off the clock, in their own homes, on their personal devices, teachers live under a microscope where one “like” or comment on social media can be judged as unprofessional, disruptive, or fireable. What couldContinue Reading
Charlotte chef Courtney Evans is continuing to make a name for herself after earning national attention on the Netflix cooking competition Next Gen Chef. Evans was a standout on the show’s first season, impressing judges from the start with her creativity, technique, and calm under pressure. She earned more PinsContinue Reading
IRMO — Lexington-Richland School District Five has been ranked the number one school district in the Midlands and the Best Place to Teach in Columbia, according to the newly released 2026 Best Schools in America report by Niche.com. In addition to leading the Midlands, District Five earned the No. 3Continue Reading