Lexington-Richland School District Five is going above and beyond to combat hunger beyond the school day. The Student Nutrition Department is spearheading an after-school nutrition program, offering wholesome meals to students enrolled in the district’s after-school programs. This initiative, made possible through the sponsorship of the Department of Agriculture ChildContinue Reading
In a notable achievement, David Prigge, the Director of Career and Technical Education at Lexington-Richland School District Five, has been named the 2023 South Carolina Health Science Educators Administrator of the Year by South Carolina Health Educators, a division of the South Carolina Association of Career and Technical Education. ThisContinue Reading
Lexington-Richland School District Five Community Support Services Coordinator Julius Scott has been selected as a member of the third class of the South Carolina Afterschool Leaders Empowered (SCALE) Fellowship. Each year, SCALE convenes a diverse cohort of 20 emerging summer and afterschool learning leaders, providing them with the toolsContinue Reading
The holiday spirit radiated through the halls of Brookdale Senior Living as students from Irmo High School’s Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) demonstrated the true essence of giving back. On December 5, these compassionate students embarked on a heartwarming volunteering initiative, bringing joy and festive cheer toContinue Reading
In a display of community spirit, Irmo High School welcomed nearly 150 attendees to its annual Goodwill Brunch on December 7. This cherished event, designed to bridge the generation gap between students and senior citizens, has become a beacon of connection, showcasing student talents and spreading holiday cheer. Conceived aContinue Reading
In a groundbreaking collaboration, River Springs Elementary School joined forces with the South Carolina Department of Education’s personalized learning team to host a Design Workshop on November 28. This unique workshop aimed to revolutionize professional development for educators by providing a platform for collaboration and the creation of engaging instructionalContinue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard For so many reasons, December is a time of reflection and celebration. As 2023 comes to a close, let us pause and thank school faculty, staff, and administration who love and grow our community’s children. Our schools are community hubs, collaborating with families in support of studentContinue Reading
Oak Pointe Elementary School turned a regular Friday into a green-themed fiesta on December 1st as they celebrated Arbor Day with enthusiasm and educational fervor. The school’s commitment to environmental education shone brightly during this special occasion, leaving a lasting impact on both students and adults in attendance. The dayContinue Reading
Heather Reitenga, a Digital Integration Specialist in Lexington-Richland School District Five, has been chosen as the recipient of the prestigious 2023 Betty J. DeWitt Outstanding Educator Award from the South Carolina Farm Bureau. The accolade is in recognition of Reitenga’s exceptional efforts in integrating agricultural education programs into the schoolContinue Reading
Leaphart Elementary School STEAM Magnet in Lexington has been named as one of the fortunate recipients of the 2023-2024 Wildlife Connections from the Mountains to the Sea grant, a collaborative initiative by the South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) and Dominion Energy. This marks the second year of the program, specificallyContinue Reading
A creative collaboration between The Center for Advanced Technical Studies (The Center) and the Irmo Chapin Recreation Commission has given rise to a captivating addition to the annual Holiday Lights on the River spectacle at Saluda Shoals Park. The featured display for 2023 is a three-dimensional carousel scene, depicting whimsicalContinue Reading