Burlington Stores has donated $5,000 to support classrooms at Harbison West Elementary School Global Magnet, celebrating the opening of its new location in Columbia. The contribution was made through a partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org and will be used to purchase school supplies and classroom materials to benefit students and teachers. AContinue Reading
The Lexington-Richland School District Five Foundation brought back a familiar tradition last week, hosting a Retiree Luncheon on Thursday, March 26 at the Seven Oaks Recreation Center. Nearly 250 former District Five employees turned out for the gathering, reconnecting with colleagues and celebrating the years they dedicated to local schoolsContinue Reading
School District Five invites the community to attend an open input session March 26 from 3 – 6 pm. The event is focused on the development of a new small business incubator and entry plaza at Irmo High School. Attendees will have the opportunity to review concepts, ask questions, andContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. — Students from Irmo High School recently claimed top honors at the South Carolina LifeSmarts Consumer Challenge, earning a spot on the national stage. The competition, sponsored by the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs, was held at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies in late February. ItContinue Reading
Nursery Road Elementary School-Arts Magnet student Micaela Conyers recently competed in the fifth annual Carolina Panthers Region Scripps Spelling Bee featuring top spellers from South Carolina and North Carolina. The event was held February 28 at Bank of America Stadium. The Regional event serves as a major qualifier for theContinue Reading
IRMO, S.C. — CrossRoads Intermediate sixth grader Wesley Monroe has been named the March Student of the Month by the Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary Club. Principal Erin Doty praised Monroe for his contributions to the school community. “Wesley was chosen because of his leadership, creativity, and innovation at CrossRoads,” Doty said.Continue Reading
IRMO — Irmo Middle School will host its annual Pollinator Plant Sale on Friday, March 27, and Saturday, March 28, with in-person shopping at the school’s greenhouse, followed by an online sale beginning Monday, March 30 at 8 a.m. through Tuesday, March 31 at 8 p.m. The in-person sale willContinue Reading
Dutch Fork Elementary Academy of Environmental Sciences has officially been recognized as a 2025 Nationally Certified Magnet School by Magnet Schools of America (MSA). “I am incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication shown by all Dutch Fork Elementary School teachers, staff, and students,” Dutch Fork Elementary School PrincipalContinue Reading
Two educators from Irmo Middle School have been recognized by the South Carolina Association for Middle Level Educators for their excellence in middle-level education. Dawson Tate, a geometry teacher, received the 2026 Innovation in Practice Award, while eighth-grade math teacher Gracie Bradley was named a Promising Educator to Watch. TheContinue Reading
The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce recognized Oak Pointe Elementary School fifth grader Runrun Flores and teacher Lucas White as its Student and Teacher of the Month. “Runrun is one of our top academic students,” said Principal Christian English. “He’s been a true leader in our student government, helps withContinue Reading
The Chapin High School and Dutch Fork High School jazz bands earned Superior Ratings at the South Carolina Band Directors Association Jazz Performance Assessment, held March 7 at Newberry College. Chapin High School’s Bryson Couto was recognized as Best Soloist for his performance on the baritone saxophone. Dutch Fork HighContinue Reading