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  For Immediate Release – March 25, 2026

School District Five announces Board Officers meeting on March 26

IRMO –The Lexington-Richland School District Five Board of Trustees will hold a Board Officers meeting on March 26 at the District Office. 

The meeting will begin with a call to order at 4:00 p.m. To view the agenda for the March 26 meeting, please visit the following link: https://tinyurl.com/2t2ekuzp.

The district will live stream the board meeting. Members of the public will be able to see live video of the March 26 meeting by visiting the following link: https://meet.google.com/bsp-xxsv-cpr?hs=224

WHAT: School District Five Board Officers Meeting


WHEN: Thursday, March 26, 2026

WHERE: District Office

                1020 Dutch Fork Road

                Irmo, SC 29063

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For Immediate Release – March 13, 2026

Lexington-Richland 5 FFA Chapter to host Spring Plant Sale

IRMO – The Lexington Richland 5 FFA chapter will host its annual Spring Plant Sale March 30–31 and April 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the greenhouse at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies (The Center), located at 916 Mount Vernon Church Road in Chapin.

The community is invited to shop a wide variety of plants grown and prepared by students in the district’s agriculture program. Proceeds from the sale will support the local National FFA Organization chapter and help fund student leadership development, competitions, and hands-on agricultural learning opportunities.

Plants available at the sale include colorful flowers, foliage plants, and garden favorites such as Petunias, Million Bells, Wandering Jew (Tradescantia), Begonias, Geraniums, Vinca (Periwinkle), Zinnias, Sweet Potato Vine, Marigolds, Coleus, Lantana, and Verbena. Shoppers will also find vegetable plants including Tomato and Pepper varieties, perfect for spring gardens.

The annual sale provides students with valuable real-world experience in plant production, greenhouse management, and agricultural business practices while giving the community an opportunity to purchase locally grown plants just in time for spring planting.

Community members may pay by cash or check made out to CATS.

For more information about the Spring Plant Sale or the Lexington-Richland School District Five agriculture program, please contact the Kevin Sox at ksox@lexrich5.org.

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For Immediate Release – March 20, 2026 

Community Invited to Provide Input on New Small Business Incubator and Entry Plaza

IRMO – Lexington-Richland School District Five invites the community to attend an open input session 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, and provide valuable feedback to help shape these initiatives. Representatives from LS3P, the district’s architectural firm, will be on hand to receive feedback.

Community members are encouraged to drop in at any time during the meeting window to share their thoughts and ideas. Input gathered will play an important role in guiding the planning and development process.

WHEN:  Thursday, March 26, 2026, 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

WHAT:  Community Input Meeting 

WHERE: Irmo High School

                Center for the Arts

                 6671 St. Andrews Road

                 Columbia, SC 29212

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School District Five announces 2026 graduation dates (click on each school's name to view the Live Stream Link)

IRMO – Lexington-Richland School District Five will hold its 2026 high school graduation ceremonies Friday, May 22 at the Colonial Life Arena.  

Graduation times and dates vary each year. While districts annually submit preferred dates for graduation ceremonies at the Colonial Life Arena, the arena ultimately selects and provides dates and times for several districts based on the arena’s availabilities and processes.

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Lexington-Richland School District Five is committed to the safety of everyone who attends our district events. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the steps we take to ensure event safety for students, staff, and the community.  Thank you for your cooperation. We will see you at the game!

Event Safety

  •  Clear Bag Requirement
    • Approved bags include:
      • Clear Tote Bag (Plastic, Vinyl or PVC): Do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”
      • Plastic Storage Bag: Clear, one (1) gallon resealable 
      • Small Clutch Purse: Approximately the size of a hand with or without a handle or strap. No larger than 4.5” x 6.5” with or without a hand or strap. Can be carried separately or within an approved plastic bag.
    • Bags not allowed include: purses, bags or containers larger than a small clutch, backpacks, binoculars cases, briefcases, camera bags, cinch bags, coolers, diaper bags, fanny packs, grocery/trash bags, luggage of any kind, mesh bags, tinted plastic bags.
  • Student Supervision: All students 8th grade or younger are required to attend games with parents or guardians.
  • Tickets: Admission will be charged throughout the duration of games.
  • Metal Detectors: The district has implemented metal detectors to screen all spectators at Chapin High School, Dutch Fork High School and Irmo High School International School for the Arts.
  • Safety Officials: We partner with law enforcement and event staff to ensure spectator safety for the duration of the event. School Resource Officers also will travel with teams at away games.

Ticket Information

  • Tickets will generally be available one week prior to the event or the week of the event. 
  • Tickets should not be validated until you reach the ticket table and are instructed to do so.
  • Tickets can also be purchased at the door with a cell phone at the ticket gate. 
  • Purchase Tickets

For Immediate Release – February 5, 2026

School District Five application for Dual Enrollment Opportunities for Summer Opens Feb. 7

IRMO –Lexington-Richland School District Five’s application for Dual Enrollment Opportunities for Summer 2026 will open on February 7, 2026 and close on March 20, 2026.

The Dual Enrollment (DE) Program is open to all rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors. It offers both face to face and virtual classes, has more than 20 classes for students to choose from, and allows students to take stand-alone classes or combine classes toward a specified certificate of study. 

In order to provide School District Five students with expanded access to Dual Enrollment courses, a virtual summer session is offered for all students (current and new DE applicants), and is designed to meet the needs of students who are unable to include DE classes in their regular school year.

School District Five invites you to complete and submit your interest in dual enrollment courses for the summer of 2026. The Interest Form must be completed before proceeding with the process. Submit completed form by March 20th, 2026.    

For questions regarding dual enrollment email School District Five’s Dual Enrollment Program Lead Dr. Tim Swick: tswick@lexrich5.org.

For Immediate Release – February 9, 2026

School District Five accepting preschool applications, 5K registration for the 2026-2027 school year

IRMO – Lexington-Richland School District Five will begin accepting applications for 2026-2027 4-year-old kindergarten and registering students for 5-year-old kindergarten February 9, 2026.  

School District Five 4K Application

Potential students must be 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2026. Parents of children meeting this age eligibility can apply now by bringing the following to their zoned elementary schools during normal school hours, excluding school holidays:

  • The student’s legal birth certificate
  • One proof of residency, including current: (1) mortgage statement, (2) lease agreement, (3) property tax or (4) utility bill showing your correct home address.
  • Verification of income, such as a: (1) recent Income tax return, (2) W-2, (3) recent pay stub or (4) proof of SNAP, Medicare or other.

To apply, parents must visit their zoned schools, fill out an application, and show original documentation. Mailed applications will not be accepted. 

"Our district has exceptional 4K classes district-wide to prepare students for success in academia and beyond,” said School District Five Coordinator of Youth & Family Services Davida Price. “We encourage all parents and guardians of students residing in the district who will be 4 years old on or before Sept. 1 to apply and have their students screened for basic concepts, motor and language skills. Early education is important, and we are proud to offer top quality 4K programs to the community.” 

Priority will be given to students with the greatest economic and academic needs based on income verification and an academic screener. A screening date and time will be given upon completing the application at the zoned school. Parents should be aware that applications and screenings do not constitute acceptance into the program and they will be notified in the early part of July of their child’s status with the program. Students who are not accepted into the program will be put on a waiting list. 

Student eligibility depends on meeting documented family income 185 percent or less of poverty or Medicaid eligibility or after 75% of eligible children are enrolled, the student scores below the 25th percentile on two of three subscales on DIAL-4. 

In addition to needs-based 4K programs, School District Five also offers a tuition-based 4K program and Montessori Magnet Program. Open to any student in the district; the EXCEL (Exposing Children to Early Learning) tuition-based program requires no screening and offers standards-based curriculum, ability-based instruction, certified teachers and special area classes. The EXCEL program is housed at Irmo Elementary. The Montessori Magnet program is housed at H. E. Corley Elementary and is available for selection during the district's Choice Application window which closes on January 28, 2026 at Noon/12PM.  

For more information on School District Five’s 4K needs-based programs, contact Davida Price or Kristin Dashiell, Department of Youth & Family Services at 803-476-8250. To apply for the district’s 4K EXCEL program, contact Irmo Elementary School at 803-476-4200. To learn more about the Montessori Magnet Program at H. E. Corley Elementary, visit www.lexrich5.org/hecesmagnet. 

5-year-old Kindergarten Registration

Kindergarten enrollment also has begun for students who will be 5 years-old on or before September 1, 2026. Parents and guardians of children meeting this eligibility can go to the District’s Registration Page online to begin registering your child. In-person registration is also available at zoned elementary schools.  Required documents include:

  • The student’s legal birth certificate
  • A current South Carolina Certificate of Immunization, or a South Carolina Certificate of Medical or Religious Exemption
  • A property tax receipt or a rental lease showing all occupants
  • Two utility bills showing the current home address

Students who are currently in the 4-year-old kindergarten program and in PowerSchool should not complete the new student process, as current students will automatically roll into 5-year-old kindergarten at the end of the school year. Parents will be prompted to update their information in FinalForms over the summer. 

For more information on School District Five’s 5-year-old kindergarten program or the online registration form, contact your zoned elementary school. Visit School District Five zone locator to find your zoned school.

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