IRMO — Lexington-Richland School District Five dance teams earned multiple state titles and top placements at the South Carolina Dance Association (SCDA) State Championship. The championship was held Feb. 21, 2026 at York Preparatory Academy. Students from Chapin Middle School, Chapin High School, Dutch Fork Middle School and Dutch ForkContinue Reading
The District 5 Foundation made the decision to cancel this year’s Springfest 2026 event at Dutch Fork High School. The board decided to concentrate efforts towards other fundraising events and is not taking the cancellation lightly. “Due to unforeseen circumstances District 5 Foundation Springfest 2026 must be canceled,” said D5 FoundationContinue Reading
IRMO – Lexington-Richland School District Five celebrated its fourth annual First Jobs Signing Day on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, recognizing 29 students hired to work within the district. The First Jobs Initiative was created to address the nationwide labor shortage while providing students with meaningful, paid work experience. This year’sContinue Reading
The District 5 Foundation will host a luncheon honoring all district retirees on Thursday, March 26 at Seven Oaks Park, 200 Leisure Lane. Retirees are invited to arrive at 11:30 a.m. to reconnect with former colleagues. Lunch will be served at noon. Those planning to attend should RSVP by MarchContinue Reading
IRMO – Lexington-Richland School District Five hosted its second Teaching & Learning Conference of the 2025–2026 school year, highlighting the expertise and leadership of educators from across the district. The conference serves as a reminder that some of the most impactful professional learning occurs when educators learn from one another.Continue Reading
School District Five will host a virtual Lunch & Learn event designed to help students, families, and community partners explore clear pathways to in-demand careers. Representatives from the Midlands Education and Business Alliance (MEBA), the Lexington County Development Board, and School District Five’s School Counseling and Career & Technical EducationContinue Reading
By Dr. Akil E. Ross, Sr.Superintendent February is a month filled with observances that enrich our school calendar, including Black History Month, Youth Leadership Month, National Children’s Dental Health Month, National Girls and Women’s Sports Day, and Random Acts of Kindness Week. Among these, the first week of February standsContinue Reading
IRMO — Eighteen additional Lexington-Richland School District Five teachers earned National Board Certification this year, while 12 educators successfully renewed their certifications. With the additions, School District Five now has 250 National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTs), ranking the district among the top in South Carolina for educators holding the prestigiousContinue Reading
IRMO — The Lexington-Richland School District Five Board of Trustees has approved $1 million to expand Tier 2 tutoring and student support services for elementary, middle, and high school students who need additional academic and social-emotional support. The investment will strengthen targeted, small-group, and individualized instruction designed to help studentsContinue Reading
Four School District Five schools have received Merit Awards by Magnet Schools of America (MSA), the national association for magnet and theme-based schools.Irmo High School International School for the Arts was named a Top Magnet School of Excellence. “The MSA Merit School recognition celebrates our commitment to excellence and ourContinue Reading
CHAPIN — The Center for Advanced Technical Studies will open its doors to the community with an Open House and Student Showcase on Tuesday, February 3, from 5–7 p.m. at 916 Mt. Vernon Church Road in Chapin. During the event, parents, students, and community members will have the opportunity toContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. — The Center for Advanced Technical Studies will host a Mardi Gras Dinner Culinary Class for the community on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, beginning at 10 a.m. This hands-on cooking experience allows participants to prepare a complete Mardi Gras–inspired meal for four to take home, including an appetizer,Continue Reading
School District Five’s Magnet and Choice application period for the 2026–2027 school year is currently underway and will close at noon on January 28. An online application is required for each student interested in a Magnet Program or School of Choice and is available at lexrich5.novuschoice.com. Applicants may select upContinue Reading
Former interim principal and longtime assistant administrator Chad Raynor succeeds Cassy Young, who was appointed the district’s coordinator of support staff. IRMO — School District Five has appointed Chad Raynor as the new principal of Piney Woods Elementary School. Raynor replaces Cassy Young, who was recently named the district’s coordinatorContinue Reading
As we approach the 2026–2027 school year, School District Five is implementing a new redistricting plan that will take effect on July 1, 2026. This strategic initiative aims to better serve our students and community while minimizing disruptions. Our new school attendance map is now live on the district websiteContinue Reading
IRMO — Twenty-nine Irmo High School students stepped out of the classroom and into federal mock courtrooms December 11, gaining firsthand insight into the American justice system during a visit to the U.S. Department of Justice’s National Advocacy Center (NAC) in Columbia. The students represented several academic programs, including APContinue Reading