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
The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce has recognized two members of the Dutch Fork Middle School community as its October Student and Teacher of the Month — eighth grader Elizabeth Neese and teacher Amanda Pifer. “Ms. Amanda Pifer is our current Teacher of the Year,” said Principal Vernon Sava. “SheContinue 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
The District Five Foundation for Educational Excellence is hosting its Annual Fall Fundraiser, An Evening for Education, October 18 from 7 – 10 pm at The River Center at Saluda Shoals Park. There will be food, drinks, a silent auction and entertainment. Sponsorship opportunities still exist and Silent Auction itemContinue 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
CHAPIN – Lexington-Richland School District Five Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Jordan Nelson has been awarded a $30,000 grant from the Leo’s Pride Foundation to fund a new sensory room at Lake Murray Elementary School (LMES). “I just want to thank Leo and his family for this opportunity to have aContinue Reading
By Sarah Ostergaard In today’s world, a single click can cost a teacher their career. Even off the clock, in their own homes, on their personal devices, teachers live under a microscope where one “like” or comment on social media can be judged as unprofessional, disruptive, or fireable. What couldContinue Reading
Charlotte chef Courtney Evans is continuing to make a name for herself after earning national attention on the Netflix cooking competition Next Gen Chef. Evans was a standout on the show’s first season, impressing judges from the start with her creativity, technique, and calm under pressure. She earned more PinsContinue 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
Spring Hill High School will be recognized today, Thursday, October 2, as South Carolina’s College Application Month “School of Excellence” by the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education. The honor also places Spring Hill among just 26 schools nationwide recognized by ACT’s American College Application Campaign (ACAC) for their effortsContinue Reading