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Christian Smith, a senior at Dutch Fork High School, achieved a significant milestone by earning a private pilot certification through a $25,000 scholarship sponsored by the Air Force JROTC (AFJROTC) headquarters. The accomplishment places him among the less than 1% of the population holding a private pilot license. Attending andContinue Reading

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Lexington-Richland School District Five recently announced the exceptional educators and support staff members who have been selected as the Teachers and Support Employees of the Year for the 2024-2025 school year. These individuals have demonstrated outstanding dedication and commitment to their roles, making a positive impact on students and theContinue Reading

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Chapin Intermediate School (CIS) experienced a memorable day with a special visit, receiving an exceptional recognition. On 7 February 2024, combat veterans presented the school with a flag that had been flown at supersonic speeds in an American F-1 Mirage Fighter Jet during F-35 flight training. This prestigious flag wasContinue Reading

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Five teachers from Lexington-Richland School District Five have achieved the prestigious National Board Certification (NBCT) this year, further enhancing the district’s standing with a total of 299 National Board Certified Teachers. National Board Certification is an advanced teaching credential that involves a comprehensive series of performance-based assessments. Teachers pursuing thisContinue Reading

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In Mr. Marc Alexander’s 5th-grade class at Chapin Intermediate, students are immersing themselves in eco-awareness through the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) Classroom Recycling program, spearheaded by Ms. Ginger Boney. With a focus on embracing the principles of reduce, reuse, and recycle, the class isContinue Reading

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Lexington-Richland School District Five is organizing a virtual parent and community town hall meeting on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. The purpose of this event is to disseminate information regarding the District’s 5-Year Master Facilities and Rezoning Plan, as well as to encourage community input. During the virtualContinue Reading

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More than $500,000 in scholarship funds are available for high school seniors statewide now through March 15 Columbia, S.C. – February 1, 2024 – The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, is delighted to announce the commencement of applications for its 27th annual Ride of Your LifeContinue Reading

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Leaphart Elementary School STEAM Magnet and Spring Hill High School Career Pathways Magnet, both part of the Lexington-Richland School District Five, have received prestigious Merit Awards from Magnet Schools of America (MSA), the national association for magnet and theme-based schools. Leaphart Elementary School STEAM Magnet has been recognized as aContinue Reading

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Kindergarten registration for the 2024-2025 school year in Lexington-Richland School District Five begins February 5. Registration will take place during regular school office hours, Monday through Friday, excluding school holidays. School District Five 4K Application Potential students must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2024. Parents of children meeting this ageContinue Reading

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Registration for the 4-year-old tuition-based pre-kindergarten program, EXCEL (Exposing Children to Early Learning), in Lexington-Richland School District Five at Irmo Elementary begins February 5. Enrollment will be on a first-come, first-served basis and will be limited to 20 students. All additional children will be placed on a waiting list forContinue Reading