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
The Academy of Environmental Sciences at Dutch Fork Elementary recently hosted its annual Science Fair, transforming the school into a showcase of young researchers, creative thinking, and scientific discovery. While student projects took center stage, the event also highlighted the vital role local community members play in supporting student success.Continue Reading
Clear skies give students a hands-on look at Saturn, distant galaxies, and constellations during an annual after-hours observation event. Prior to the Lexington-Richland School District Five winter break, Dutch Fork High School astronomy classes spent an evening stargazing behind the school, braving a chilly 36-degree night to observe the nightContinue 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
IRMO — Delta Dental of South Carolina is expanding its Land of Smiles dental education program to include preschoolers, helping young children develop strong oral health habits. This fall, more than 8,000 children from preschool through third grade are benefiting from the free, interactive program, which features superhero Captain SuperContinue Reading
IRMO – Lexington-Richland School District Five will hold the second of two district Magnet Fairs on Thursday, January 15, 2026, giving families an opportunity to explore offerings at several of its schools. The Elementary Magnet Fair will take place at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies from 5:00 p.m. toContinue Reading
School District Five’s Student Nutrition department is continuing its commitment to ensuring no child goes hungry by providing meals to students participating in the district’s after-school programs. The meals are made possible through the district’s sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program. The program,Continue Reading
Dutch Fork High School teacher Christopher Carroll has been selected as a 2025 Teacher of the Game honoree. The program, presented by Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union in partnership with the University of South Carolina’s Gamecock Athletics, recognizes outstanding South Carolina educators during Gamecock football home games. “Every graduation IContinue Reading
IRMO — Students from Lexington-Richland School District Five programs at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies collaborated to design, build, and light a new display for the Irmo-Chapin Recreation Commission’s annual Saluda Shoals Holiday Lights on the River. For 2025, the students completed a dunk tank scene featuring Santa’s elves.Continue Reading
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