
The Gold Standard
Vol. 41 | May 19, 2023
On Purpose, together... as one!
Upcoming Important Dates
Friday, May 19: Deadline for ID form
Friday, May 19: Senior Exams Begin
Tuesday, May 23: Rising Senior Parent Night
Wednesday, May 24: Underclassmen Exams Begin
Wednesday, May 24: The Tami Richardson Gifted & Talented Scholarship
Thursday, May 25: Junior Scholar Recognition Luncheon
Friday, May 26: Graduation Practice
Wednesday, May 31: Graduation (4pm)
Thursday, June 1: Last day of school for 9th-11th graders
Preparing for Next Year
23-24 Student Ids
For the first time ever, students can take their own photos for their school ID for the 2023-2024 school year! The deadline to complete this form is May 19th, 2023.
This is really exciting - this means students and parents can take and select their own photos to use on the school ID.
There are several requirements to meet for the photo that is selected. If an uploaded photo doesn't meet all the requirements, the student will have to take another photo during the first days of the school year.
Review all the requirements and look over the accepted/not accepted examples on the linked form before taking the ID picture to ensure it is acceptable to use.
Students only get ONE opportunity to upload a photo - if the photo is not acceptable, the student will take one during the first few days of the next school year. If you have any questions about the photo or the requirements, email Mary Lamm at mlamm@lexrich5.org.
Jacket Camp
Click on the flyer below to register for Jacket Camp!
SIC 2023 Annual Report
Please click on the link below to view this years School Improvement Council Annual Report.
Class of 2023
The Tami Richardson Gifted & Talented Scholarship
PAGE Five announces The Tami Richardson Gifted & Talented Scholarship Spring 2023 for Lexington/Richland District Five Seniors enrolled in Honors, IB and/or AP Courses and who will attend college in the Fall of 2023.
Application Deadline – Wednesday May 24, 2023 at 5 pm ET
Full packet includes information about the Application, Academic Record, and Essay.
Download Scholarship Application HERE
Follow the instructions on the application and send completed application and essay by email to: Scholarship@pagefiveadvocates.com
Class of 2023 Scholarships
Parents of the Class of 2023: please help us collect your student's Scholarship Offers from all the colleges, universities, community organizations, athletic and academic opportunities they have received. This information will be printed in the Graduation Program. The deadline to submit Scholarship Offers has been extended to Monday, May 15th.
Scholarships
Please encourage your Senior to check the Scholarship List weekly for new posts. Click here to view.
Yellow Jacket Announcements
Final Exam Information
Medication Pickup
Rising Senior Parent Night
Junior Recognition
The School Counseling Department will hold their Annual Junior Scholars Recognition Luncheon which will recognize our top-performing juniors. This event will be held in the back of the media center on Thursday, May 25th at 11:00 am. College representatives from various colleges will be in attendance to award students with their Junior Scholars certificates and provide them with a wealth of knowledge about their admissions process, programs and scholarships available to Junior Scholars.
End-of-Year Chromebook Information
Dear Irmo High families, Please read the linked letter in regards to the District 5 Chromebook/Device collection and summer information.
Items to note are:
- Devices being returned should be charged to at least 60% and cleaned. If it is not charged, you will be asked to stay and charge it at that time, or return when it is charged. -
- Senior device collection will begin Wednesday May 17, and all senior devices must be returned no later than Wednesday, May 24 at 4:00 pm. Devices and chargers must be returned or paid for before graduation practice.
- Underclassmen may keep their devices over the summer unless they are moving out of District Five. Students who are moving out of the district should return their devices by June 1 at 12:00 pm.
- Remember to return the case and charger with the device to avoid incurring extra fees. Please review the linked letter for more information and details, including the location and times of device collection.
End of Year Checkout
Student Attendance Updates
- All students who are arriving late or leaving early must enter/exit through the Attendance Office entrance.
- Parent notes and medical excuses must be turned in within three (3) days of the student's absence.
- The new email address for the Irmo High School attendance office is IHSattendance@lexrich5.org. Please use this email for excuses and early dismissals.
- Seat Time Recapture ends on May 13th. After this date, students will not be able to make up seat time due to excessive absences. Students and guardians, please ensure that arrangements to attend seat time recapture have been arranged if you are in need of making up seat time. Contact Jessica Marze at jmarze@lexrich5.org if you have questions regarding seat time.
School Improvement Council Nominations
Click on the image below to apply!
PowerSchool Parent Portal
We are now in the 4th and final quarter of the school year!
All parents/guardians need access to Parent Portal. Please see the presentation below for more information about PowerSchool's Parent Portal, which allows students, parents, and guardians to monitor grades and attendance. Please contact our registrar, Michelle McCoy at mmcoy@lexrich5.org or (803) 476- 3057 if you need access.
Transcripts
Updated transcripts reflecting completed semester 1 courses are now available for viewing in Parchment. Students can access this information via their online Parchment account. If you have questions please contact your students assigned school counselor.
Yearbooks
The 2023 Irmo High School Yearbook is sold out! Students interested in getting on the waitlist to purchase a yearbook should use the form in their grade level google classroom. Yearbooks will be sold to students on the waitlist on a first come, first served basis in late May.
Discounted Internet Services
You may be eligible for discounted or even free internet services! The federal Affordable Connectivity Program offers a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households and certain eligible families can get this high-speed internet at no cost. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet. Eligibility for the program includes households that qualify for free and reduced lunch, Medicaid, WIC, SNAP and Federal Housing Assistance. There are several other criteria that can determine qualifications as well to help ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more. To see if you qualify and to apply, go to https://www.fcc.gov/acp or go to https://www.fcc.gov/affordable-connectivity-program-consumer-faq for more information on the program.
Resume Workshop
Hello Students! Resume Workshops take place every Monday in Room 106 during lunch. Bring your lunch and Chromebook.
Get Involved!
Be an active part of Irmo High School - Join the PTSO!
Join our Parent Teacher Student Organization where you'll work with members to help make a difference for IHS. Click here to sign up!
Business Partners
Do you want to know more ways you can support Irmo High School? We are always looking for business partners and would love to hear from you. Please contact Shauna Dorn at (803) 476-3011 or
New District Volunteer Policy
In order to become a volunteer or chaperone, please complete the Volunteer Application and Confidentiality Agreement for School Volunteers and return it to the IHS volunteer liaison, Ms. Zakhar, in the main office. In order for your application to be considered, an official photo ID must be included when submitting the required paperwork. If you plan to be a volunteer tutor, volunteer coach, assist with the band/step program, or plan to chaperone a field trip, you must fill out the district Volunteer Application and Confidentiality Agreement. These applications are approved for three years but are subject to review. Also, your application may be submitted to the S.C. Law Enforcement Division (SLED) for a background check, a sex offender background check, and the Department of Social Services (DSS Child Abuse Registry). Based on information received from these agencies, you may not be permitted to become a volunteer. Please reach out to Ms. Cindy Zakhar at (803) 476-3001 or czakhar@lexrich5.org with any questions.
Athletics
Irmo Swim Team
Are you a swimmer? Are you interested in learning more about swimming? The Irmo High School Swim team interest signups will be held during lunch on Thursday, May 18th and Friday, May 19th. The high school swim season is a FAST, FUN, FALL sport lasting from August to October! Sign up providing your name and email and we will send information on practice times and meet dates. Any questions, see Coach Courtney in room 3009. Come join the Irmo High School Swim team!
Athletic Hall of Fame
The Irmo Athletic Hall of Fame is now accepting nominations for the 2023 Induction class. Follow the link to submit your nomination.
Athletic Tickets on GoFan
Irmo Yellow Jacket Club
Support Irmo Athletics by joining the Irmo Yellow Jacket Club! Members can receive parking passes, tickets to regular season home games, and reserved seating, depending on membership tier. Join online today using the IYJC Membership Form.