IRMO – Dutch Fork Elementary School Academy of Environmental Sciences will expand its hands-on environmental learning this year thanks to a $1,000 Conservation Education Mini-Grant from the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (RSWCD). The funding will support the school’s gardens and nature trail. Each year, RSWCD awards Conservation EducationContinue Reading
Leaphart Elementary School multilingual teacher Danielle Liferidge was honored with a Quilt of Valor on November 11 during a ceremony at the school. The Quilt of Valor is a handmade quilt presented to a service member or veteran in recognition of their service and sacrifice. The quilts are part ofContinue Reading
School District Five Social Studies Coordinator Melony Sanford has been named the recipient of this year’s Charles F. Vaughan Leadership in Social Studies Award by the South Carolina Council for the Social Studies (SCCSS). The award recognizes K–12 educators in South Carolina who demonstrate exceptional leadership and dedication to theContinue Reading
District Five has named Chad Raynor as the interim principal of Piney Woods Elementary School. He succeeds Cassy (Paschal) Young, who has been appointed the district’s new coordinator of support staff. “I am honored and humbled to serve as the interim principal at Piney Woods Elementary School,” Raynor said. “IContinue Reading
The week before Thanksgiving is reserved for the annual recognition of American Education Week. This is a time to pause and recognize the teachers, students, staff, and administrators in our local schools. We highlight the contributions of our educators who empower the next generation and pursue the pledge of libertyContinue Reading
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
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
School District Five and the Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission (ICRC) have teamed up to launch the Bridge Development League, a new youth sports program designed to help middle school students develop athletic skills, sportsmanship, and school pride. The Bridge Development League serves children ages 9–14 and focuses on preparing athletesContinue 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, 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
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
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
IRMO – Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 Tri-District Arts Consortium (Tri-DAC) Summer Program. Middle school students attending public schools in Lexington One, Lexington-Richland Five, and Richland Two are eligible to participate. This year marks the 40th anniversary of Tri-DAC, which has provided students with an exceptional andContinue Reading