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
Seven Oaks Elementary Global Magnet kicked off the school year with a burst of school pride and friendly rivalry as it officially launched its new House System—an initiative rooted in the Positive Behavior Intervention System (PBIS) and designed to support the school’s journey toward becoming an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB)Continue Reading
Leaphart Elementary School multilingual teacher Danielle Liferidge was honored with a Quilt of Valor on November 11 during a ceremony at the school. The Quilt of Valor is a handmade quilt presented to a service member or veteran in recognition of their service and sacrifice. The quilts are part ofContinue Reading
School District Five Social Studies Coordinator Melony Sanford has been named the recipient of this year’s Charles F. Vaughan Leadership in Social Studies Award by the South Carolina Council for the Social Studies (SCCSS). The award recognizes K–12 educators in South Carolina who demonstrate exceptional leadership and dedication to theContinue Reading
District Five has named Chad Raynor as the interim principal of Piney Woods Elementary School. He succeeds Cassy (Paschal) Young, who has been appointed the district’s new coordinator of support staff. “I am honored and humbled to serve as the interim principal at Piney Woods Elementary School,” Raynor said. “IContinue Reading
The Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce has named Chris Austin and Ariya Sharpe as its Teacher and Student of the Month. “Chris Austin is a fourth-grade teacher who is constantly thinking of new and innovative ways to get his students to think differently,” STEAM Coach Kimberly Parker said. “He runsContinue Reading
The week before Thanksgiving is reserved for the annual recognition of American Education Week. This is a time to pause and recognize the teachers, students, staff, and administrators in our local schools. We highlight the contributions of our educators who empower the next generation and pursue the pledge of libertyContinue Reading
Harbison West Elementary Gifted and Talent Development Magnet program has a new source of student-driven news—and it’s coming straight from a creative team of 5th-grade girls. Calling themselves the Hero Podcast Team, the students have launched a weekly show filled with school announcements, event updates, and the kind of fun,Continue Reading
IRMO – Students in Dutch Fork High School’s Astronomy classes recently had the opportunity of a lifetime when they were visited by NASA Ambassador Larry “Sunspot” Metcalf. Metcalf shared his extensive knowledge about the Sun and allowed students to safely observe it firsthand using his specialized heliotelescopes. “While I wasContinue Reading
District Five students have launched Fox Productions, a business to shine a spotlight on local talent. In a showcase of talent and entrepreneurship, a group of special education students at Dutch Fork High School are launching a talent show for students with disabilities. The student-led business, named aims to provideContinue Reading
IRMO – Irmo High School welcomed more than 700 students, advisors, and chaperones for the South Carolina Association of Student Councils (SCASC) District 3 Rally on Thursday, October 23, 2025. Over 20 schools across seven South Carolina counties were represented at the event. This year’s rally, themed “The Magic ofContinue Reading