Irmo Elementary fifth grader Blakeley Perry has been named the Lake Murray–Irmo Rotary Club’s Student of the Month. “Blakeley is a quiet leader in the classroom. She is always doing what she is supposed to be doing and sets a great example for her classmates,” Irmo Elementary Principal Shannon FincannonContinue 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

Leaphart Elementary fifth grader Kilee Hart was recognized as the Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary’s October Student of the Month. Fifth Grade Teacher Elisa Roberts Oglesby said of Hart, “I wish I had 49 other Kilee’s in my classroom. Kilee is a model student and always does the right thing. She justContinue 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. – Raviv Khan, a student at Irmo Middle School, has been honored as the Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary Club’s Student of the Month for April. Irmo Middle Principal Mansa Joseph praised Raviv for his outstanding dedication to learning and leadership among his peers. “Raviv is one of many incredibleContinue Reading

Hadley Gary, a student at CrossRoads Intermediate School, has been named the March Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary Student of the Month. Hadley is recognized for her leadership, kindness, and commitment to service. She is an active member of the Beta Club and serves as one of the school’s student ambassadors. “HadleyContinue Reading

IRMO, SC – Joshua Dykes, a student at Seven Oaks Elementary, has been recognized as the Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary Club’s February Student of the Month. Principal Dr. Angie Slatton praised Joshua’s leadership and positive attitude, stating, “Joshua is one of our amazing students who shows support for his classmates. HeContinue Reading

The Irmo Chamber of Commerce’s Student and Teacher of the Month from Ballentine Elementary School are Lana Featner and Kaylyn Edmondson (not pictured). Assistant Principal Zach Keister said, “Ms. Edmondson was voted by her peers to be our schools Teacher of the Year. She is an asset to our school.Continue Reading

Mariah Bales, a student at Nursery Road Elementary School, has been recognized as the Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary’s January Student of the Month. Fifth-grade teacher Jessica Erickson praised Mariah’s character and dedication, saying, “Mariah is a quiet, sweet soul. She is the first to help a student in need and stays with thatContinue Reading