The Gold Standard
Volume 2, Issue 31 | April 19, 2024
Upcoming Important Dates
Thursday, April 18 - Saturday, April 20: Irmo Theatre Company presents The Little Mermaid
Wednesday, April 24: Delayed Start
Friday, April 26: Senior Decision Day
Monday, April 29: StingMan Tryouts
Friday, May 3: Q4 Interim Issued
End of Year Information
Parents, please review the important information in this document as we near the end of the year. This document contains important upcoming dates, testing dates, info regarding returning library materials and Chromebooks, graduation dates, and other vital information that will help your student end the year successfully!
Seat Time Recapture
Click on the image below to register for seat time. All Saturday seat time recapture must be registered and paid for prior to attending.
Class of 2024 Scholarship Reporting
The School Counseling Department needs your help! Please encourage your students to complete this form. Scholarship awards offered to graduating seniors need to be documented. The School Counseling Department needs this information to be able to celebrate your successes and to accurately report scholarship awards ( academic, athletic, military or other) for the Class of 2024.
The form can be accessed using the link here.
Contest Winner
We are delighted to announce that Lillian Reaves, an 11th-grade International Baccalaureate student has won 1st place in the Magnet Schools of America National Student Poster Contest! Lillian's exceptional talent and dedication have earned her this prestigious award, bringing immense pride to our school community. Please join us in congratulating Lillian on this remarkable achievement
Job Opportunities
Seniors: If you are NOT going to college or the military after graduation, please come see Mrs. Etheredge in room 106. Every Monday, between 12-2pm, she will be assisting students with job applications, resumes and workforce readiness. Let's find your dream job!
The Little Mermaid
Irmo Theatre Company proudly presents the spring musical, "The Little Mermaid" in April. This will be a huge show with stunning special effects including flying performers. This is a show you do NOT want to miss! This show is rated G and is open to all audiences. Please note that all tickets are $10, regardless of the theatre patron's age, and Irmo students can purchase student tickets for $8 at the door ONLY with their Student ID. We appreciate your commitment to arts in education and for supporting Irmo Theatre Company. We can't wait to see you under the sea for the show of a lifetime! Click here for tickets!
Extended Studies Diploma
The deadline to submit community service hours for underclassmen working toward the D5 Extended Studies Diploma is quickly approaching. All Freshman and eligible sophomores and juniors must submit 10 or more hours of community service hours no later than May 1, 2024. Verification forms are avaliable in the school counseling office and on the IHS School Counseling Website. No late submissions will be accepted. If you have questions please see Ms. Gantt in School Counseling.
Book Drive
The IB Diploma Programme is holding a book drive. Drop off any new or used books in good condition to the main office. Family Promise of the Midlands will donate them to families in need.
Palmetto Boys State
Palmetto Boys State 2024 will be held June 9 –June 15. For more info, visit www.palmettoboysstate.com. Please see Ms. Gantt in school counseling for the information form. If you have questions please contact Ms. Mumford. All forms due by April 19.
National Student Leadership Week
We are so excited to announce that Irmo High School will be having its first-annual National Student Leadership Week this year from April 22nd through April 26th! National Student Leadership Week is a time to recognize and celebrate young student leaders of America and their contributions. This year’s theme is “Student Leaders: Taking Charge”. National Student Leadership Week at Irmo will provide several events and activities, including a spirit week! National Student Leadership Week is an exciting addition to our many other events that commemorate those who work hard to improve our school. Irmo is ready to show its students that leadership is found inside of everyone!
StingMan Tryouts
Do you have school spirit? Are you looking for a fun and different way to show you have Irmo pride? Well the Irmo Student Council is looking for our next StingMan for the 24-25 school year. Stingman is open to both male and female students in any grade. Check out the flyer below for more info.
Sugar Rush Candy Sale
Do you have a sweet tooth? The Student Council of Irmo will be hosting a Sugar Rush Candy Sale before school and during both lunches April 9-26th. Please check the flier for more info.
Class of 2025 Senior Portraits
Members of the Class of 2025 will be able to schedule their Senior Portraits in early July.
Summer Program
The Columbia VA Health Care System (VAHCS) will host its annual Summer Student Program for middle and high school students June 4 - July 25, 2024. This year’s program will consist of a hybrid model: specialized research projects and STEM enrichment activities. This includes assignments in different departments, lunch & learn opportunities, and special activities, to include seminars, student leadership, networking, presentation skills, and mentoring.
High school students may also apply for a hybrid Medical Science Experience Program*; the selection process will include educational qualifications, interests, and references. This is a great opprotunity for students interested in pursuing careers in healthcare. Applications are avaliable in the IHS School Counseling Office and are only being accepted from April 15-19, 2024
Summer Seniors
The Summer Seniors 2024 application is now open. Summer Seniors is an on-campus event hosted by the University of South Carolina each summer for high-achieving African American rising seniors.
Session 1: Wednesday, June 26 - Saturday, June 29 Session 2: Wednesday, July 10 - Saturday, July 13 Each year we host up to 180 students over the two sessions. To date, more than 1,000 students have participated in.
Students selected to attend the four-day residential program will learn about the admission and application process, explore academic interests and discover what it is like to be a student at our flagship university.Interested students must apply by May 1. The application and a promo video is attached below.
Free Hot Spots
The Richland County Public Library now provides free longterm Hot Spot Lending to qualify K-12 students in Richland County. Please see the flyer below for more information. Applications are available for pick up in the School Counseling Office.
Clemson Career Workshop
See the link below for information about the Clemson Career Workshop!
South Carolina Business Week
Applications for South Carolina Business Week are now avaliable.
The primary objective of South Carolina Business Week is to impact knowledge about entrepreneurship and the American free enterprise system to high school students. The event will be held on the campus of the University of South Carolina from July 14-19, 2024. The application is avaliable in grade the Sophomore & Junior Google Classroooms and at https://www.scchamber.net/partners-and-programs/business-week/
Students should inform their School Counselor if interested in applying. The deadline to apply is April 30, 2024.
Attendance
Please see the attachment below for updated Attendance information.
Scholarship Directory
Please click here for our 23-24 Scholarship Directory.
Parents of seniors, please encourage your student to start checking the list of scholarships available on a weekly basis and complete applications by the designated deadline. If you have questions, please contact your child’s School Counselor.
Tutoring
Is your child needing academic support? Irmo High School's after school tutoring meets in the Media Center every Monday and Wednesday from 4:00 until 6:00 pm. If you are interested in attending then please email Dr. Dew at sdew@lexrich5.org for details.
ID Policy
Students are required to wear their student IDs at all times. Students may order their own temporary and permanent ID replacement using this form. Temporary IDs are $1 and Permanent ID replacements are $5. All charges will be billed to student accounts.
Delayed Opening
Irmo High School will operate on a delayed opening schedule on most Wednesdays throughout the school year. A list of Wednesdays with no delayed opening is below.
PowerSchool Parent Portal
Parents and families should log in to Parent Portal to stay updated on student grades and attendance. See the presentation linked below for details on how to access Parent Portal.
School Volunteers
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, Cindy Zakhar, in the main office. Please reach out to Ms. Zakhar at (803) 476-3001 or czakhar@lexrich5.org with any questions.
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
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 or by downloading and returning this registration form to IHS or the Athletic Office.
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