LEXINGTON, S.C. — On September 17, 2024, the Lexington County School District One Educational Foundation awarded 16 Michelin Golden Apple Teacher Grant Awards to teachers across the district. These grants, totaling $3,401.49, will impact 2,698 students in eight schools. Congratulations to the Fall Grant Recipients: Forts Pond Elementary: Patricia Deaver,Continue Reading
CHAPIN – Chapin High School seniors began the 2024-2025 school year with the traditional Senior Pledge Assembly, where they pledged to Principal Ed Davis to work hard, make good choices, and earn their diplomas by the end of the year. This long-standing tradition celebrates the accomplishment of reaching senior yearContinue Reading
IRMO – Fifty-seven students from Lexington-Richland School District Five achieved perfect scores on the SC READY assessments for the 2023-2024 school year. SC READY is a statewide test measuring English/language arts and mathematics proficiency for students in grades 3 through 8. These District Five students are among the top oneContinue Reading
Thirteen students from Lexington-Richland School District Five have been named Semifinalists in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship program. These talented high school seniors will now have the opportunity to compete for one of 6,870 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $26 million, which will be awarded next spring. The Semifinalists fromContinue Reading
Dutch Fork Middle School is excited to announce the appointment of Mrs. Kelly Thacker as the new Assistant Principal. Mrs. Thacker has been a dedicated educator and leader, previously teaching at Irmo Middle School, where she served as the Math Department Chair for 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. For theContinue Reading
Chapin, SC – Chapin Elementary School is stepping up its commitment to improving the environment and community through an exciting new initiative led by the Eaglets Making Impact Club. Spearheaded by teachers Ms. Layton and Mrs. Werts, the club has teamed up with NexTrex for a school-wide recycling challenge aimedContinue Reading
By Dr. Akil E. Ross, Sr. Dear District Five Families After the recent tragedy in Winder, Georgia, our nation mourns while grappling with solutions for targeted school violence. School officials carry the massive responsibility of ensuring thousands of students and staff are safe and secure. The Lexington Richland School DistrictContinue Reading
As the new academic year begins, the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD) is rolling out a series of engaging conservation education programs designed for local youth and educators. These initiatives provide valuable opportunities to explore environmental stewardship and contribute to conservation efforts. For more details or to applyContinue Reading
The Richlex High School Class of 1964 recently gathered for a memorable 60th reunion, held from July 26-28, 2024. This special event honored the legacy of Richlex School, which played a crucial role in education for Black students in Richland and Lexington Counties. Established in 1953, Richlex School served asContinue Reading
Lake Murray Elementary Teacher Wins Neon Apple Columbia, S.C. — Lake Murray Elementary School (District Five) art teacher Sherry Hope was honored by the Columbia Fireflies and given a Neon Apple. Hope was recognized at the Fireflies game July 28 and presented with a Neon Apple Award and a $250 prizeContinue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard As summer winds down and families gear up to return to school, we look forward to a new school year fresh with opportunity. As we keep a watchful eye on the weather this week, hopefully backpacks have been filled with supplies, the wardrobe has been refreshed withContinue Reading
Richland County, SC – August 2, 2024 – Mike Ward is thrilled to announce that he has officially filed to run for the Richland County seat on the Board of Trustees for Lexington-Richland School District Five. With over 15 years of experience running a local business and a deep commitmentContinue Reading
Longtime District Five booster Ken Loveless has officially filed for Lexington-Richland Five School Board on November 5th. A candidate for one of the Lexington County seats on the board, Loveless feels a strong level of confidence in the upcoming election: “I have been getting out and laying the groundworkContinue Reading
“I have a proven track record of supporting teachers and parents, focusing on academics, eliminating wasteful spending and ensuring our school board is transparent and always acts in the best interest of students. We have more work to do and I’m looking forward to doing that work.” Those were theContinue Reading
Irmo, SC – DeJorie Monroe, a former resident of Irmo, has been appointed as a Foreign Service Officer in the U.S. Department of State. Monroe’s journey to this esteemed position reflects her dedication to education, international experience, and public service. Educational Background: Monroe’s educational journey began in the Lexington/Richland DistrictContinue Reading
IRMO – Lexington-Richland School District Five has named longtime administrator Dr. Angie Slatton as the interim principal of Seven Oaks Elementary Global Magnet. Slatton currently serves as the district’s director of special services, a role she has occupied since 2014. She has also worked at the State Department of EducationContinue Reading