The Gold Standard
Volume 5, Issue 14 - Week of November 8th
Upcoming Dates
November 13th-14th: Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells!
November 16th-20th: American Education Week
November 19th: D5 Magnet Fair
November 23rd: CTE Installation Ceremony
November 24th: International Fair
November 25th-27: Thanksgiving Break
Academics
Virtual Tutoring Opportunity
Virtual Tutoring is available through Discus. Students can access through ClassLink. No library card necessary! Paid for by the Department of Education.
Stinger Academic Assistance
In-school tutoring is now available every day during lunch from 11:54 am to 12:24 pm and on Wednesday from 12:24 pm - 12:54 pm. Students must bring their Chromebook, SmartPass, and student ID to participate. To sign up, complete the tutoring form found in your grade level Google Classroom.
District Magnet Fair
School District Five will be hosting their Magnet & Choice Fairs on November 19th, 2026 and January 14, 2027. Stop by to learn more about our Magnet opportunities. Scan the flyer for more information.
Student Activities and Fundraisers
Jackets for Joy Service Drive
Join Student Council in the season of giving by participating in the Jackets for Joy Service Drive. Each grade level will be competing against one another to see who can bring in the most items for one of four different community organizations. Seniors will be donating to the D5 Snack Pack Program, Juniors will be donating to Prisma Health's Children's Foundation, Sophomores will be donating to Sharing God's Love, and Freshmen will be donating to Pawmetto Lifeline. Each grade has a 500 item donation goal. The grade with the most donations will earn a donut party. Check the screens around campus and your grade level Google Classroom for more information!
Yearbook Sales
Yearbooks are on sale now! The deadline to purchase yearbooks is April 17, 2027.
Deadline to Purchase Senior Gear
The deadline to purchase Class of 2027 merchandise is Monday, November 9, 2026.
Class of 2028 Ring Meeting
Class of 2028, you're on deck! The class order deadline is Monday, November 9, 2026.
ITC Show Save the Dates
Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable year of school theatre! We are thrilled to announce our 2026–2027 stage season featuring two incredible productions. Check out the flyer below for our official show dates, and stay tuned for ticket details and showcase updates in the coming weeks. We can't wait to see you in the audience!
Class of 2027 Dates to Remember
Class of 2027, here are some important dates for your senior year. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please see Mr. Walker.
Rent the Rock
Irmo High School's Spirit Rock is now open for rentals!
School Counseling
School Counselor Assignments
School Counselor Assignments (by Last Name of Student)
Ms. Dorothya Nero, Director - last names A-B | ext. 3034 dnero@lexrich5.org
Ms. Cherise Jacobs - last names C-Gr | Ext. 3042 cjacobs@lexrich5.org
Mrs. Ravonne Vant - last names Gu-L | Ext. 3036 rvant@lexrich5.org
Mrs. Porsha Mumford - last names M- Sa | Ext. 3033 pmumford@lexrich5.org
Mrs. Ruschell Pearson - last names Sc-Z | Ext. 3035 rpearson@lexrich5.org
Junior IGP Conferences
The Irmo High School Counseling Department will soon begin Junior Individual Graduation Plan (IGP) Conferences to review transcripts, graduation progress, explore careers and post secondary options, and select courses for the 2027-2028 school year.
Parent/guardian attendance is required, with the choice to attend either in person or virtually. Conferences will begin on November 30, 2026.
Families will receive an email with instructions to select a convenient date and time. The parent choice scheduling window opens November 4, 2026 and closes November 18, 2026. Conferences not scheduled by November 18ᵗʰ will be automatically assigned.
Questions? Contact Princess Gantt at (803) 476-3005 or pgantt@lexrich5.org
Attendance Information
Seat Time Recapture
Seat time recapture is required for students who have accrued 6 or more absences in a 0.5-credit course, or 11 or more absences in a 1.0-credit course. Official seat time notifications are emailed directly to students from IHSAttendance@lexrich5.org.
Sessions take place in person in Room 2003 (located in the West Wing) on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. If there is any location change, it will be posted and announced. All available dates are listed on the official registration form.
Seat time must be paid for in advance at a rate of $15 per hour. Payments can be made directly to the bookkeeper in the main office or online via the Student QuickPay link.
Deadlines to complete seat time depend on the course credit value:
0.5 Credit Courses: Must be completed by October 21st, January 7th, or March 24th.
1.0 Credit Courses: Must be completed by January 7th or May 28th.
All required seat time recapture hours must be fully completed before a student is allowed to register for summer school. Click the image below to access the form to register!
Every Minute Matters
Athletics
Student Athletic Pass
Want to be in the student section at every IHS game? For $25, Irmo High School students are invited to join the IYJC as a Student Member and get a Student Athletic Pass to get in to regular season home games for the Fall, Winter, and Spring seasons for no additional charge. Your student membership includes a free t-shirt! Click the yellow link below for the form to join!
Join our Athletic Boosters - 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.
Get Involved
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, Sheila Johnson, in the main office. Please reach out to Ms. Johnson at (803) 476-3001 or sdjohnson2@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 Kaaren Hampton, Principal at (803) 476-3010 or khampton@lexrich5.org
Irmo Essentials
PowerSchool Access
The best way to stay up to date with your student's academic progress is through PowerSchool's Parent Portal. Parent Portal will open at the beginning of the school year. Parents and families who have never accessed PowerSchool will need to create an account and associate that account with their students. Families with existing access will be able to log in once the portal opens for the year.
Need help logging in or creating an account? Click below for assistance.
No Late Start Dates 26-27
Fee or Special Activity Payment
Click below to any fee or special activity payments - t-shirts, dances, club activities, etc.
Important School Information
Cell Phones & Headphones
School District 5 Cell Phone Policy
During the school day, students are prohibited from accessing their personal electronic devices. Students may not utilize the function of electronic communication on device accessories during the school day. Students must store away and silence their devices and/or device accessories in lockers, backpacks, or otherwise as directed by the school district during the school day. Exceptions granted for other authorized reasons (i.e. emergency situations) will be determined by the school district.
This policy includes cell phones, personal computers, tablets, gaming devices, headphones, and other accessories.
Identification (ID) Badges
All Irmo High students must wear a current picture ID badge when on District Five property. ID cards are printed on both sides with the same information.
IDs must be worn at all times.
IDs must be visible and worn outside of clothing.
Picture, name and barcode must be visible.
ID badges must be clearly visible and worn in front above the waist and below the neck on a breakaway lanyard. In a pocket, or under a jacket is NOT clearly visible. The ID badge may not be marked on or altered in any way; if it is damaged, a new ID will need to be purchased. A defaced ID is any badge on which the picture, name, ID #, year, barcode or grade level has been changed, altered, or obstructed.
The first ID badge is free. However, replacing lost, stolen or damaged cards costs $5.00. The replacement fee covers the cost of the materials used in reprinting and replacement lanyards.
Student Drop Off/Pick Up
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