The Gold Standard
Volume 3, Issue 28 | Sunday, April 6th
Important Dates
Monday, April 14 - Monday, April 21: Spring Break
Tuesday, April 22: Students Return
Wednesday, April 30: VirtualSC Exams
Good News!
LifeSmarts
The Irmo High School LifeSmarts team has won the State Championship! LifeSmarts focuses on five key topic areas: consumer rights and responsibilities, the environment, health and safety, personal finance, and technology. Through a series of interactive challenges and competitions, students learn how to make informed decisions in these critical areas, developing the essential skills needed to navigate the complexities of today’s global marketplace. The Irmo High team, made up of Matthew Blocker, Jayden Widmer, Gaines Roberts, Major Taylor, and Derrick Thompson, demonstrated exceptional teamwork and a thorough understanding of these vital topics to win the state championship.
Magnet Program
Quarterly Awards
Irmo High School is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our magnet students in This is Escolares, the International Baccalaureate Diploma and Career Programmes, and the Arts Magnet! These students have demonstrated excellence, dedication, and a commitment to their academic and artistic pursuits.
🏆 Student Awards 🏆
✨ IB Career Student of the Quarter: Jamil Evans
✨ IB Diploma Student of the Quarter: Natalie Bailey
✨ This is Escolares Student of the Quarter: Amaris Veal
🎖️ Teacher Awards 🎖️
🌟 This is Escolares Teacher of the Quarter: Ms. Obias
🌟 IB Diploma Teacher of the Quarter: Dr. Walker
These students and educators have exemplified the values of their programs through hard work, leadership, and dedication. We are incredibly proud of their accomplishments!
School Counseling
VirtualSC Exams
Any student taking a VirtualSC course will have their exam(s) proctored on Wednesday, April 30th in the back of the library at 8:00am. Additional information will be emailed to students and parents at a later date.
Transcripts
Updated transcripts, reflecting Semester 1 GPA and class rank, are now available for ordering through Parchment. If you have any questions, please contact your student's School Counselor.Any student wh does not have aParchment account can create one using the link below using their PERSONAL email. All transcripts are free of charge for current Irmo High School students.
Career Assessment
Students can sign up here for a career assessment, during lunch and Stinger Studies in room 106.
Palmetto Boys State
2025 Palmetto Boys State Delegate Applications now available!
Attention IHS Junior Boys and Parent/Guardian: Palmetto Boys State is a weeklong program this summer designed to immerse students in a real, functioning government, in the mythical State of Palmetto!
Students can stop by the School Counseling Office to pick up an application! Applications were also posted in the Junior Google Classroom. Applications are due by 4pm, Wednesday, April 9th. Late applications will not be accepted. No exceptions.
Please contact Dr. Floyd, School Counselor, if you have any additional questions or concerns.
Midlands Tech Senior Day
Midlands Tech Senior Day will be held on Tuesday, April 8th!
College and Career Decision Day
College and Career Decision Day will be held on May 7th at the State House!
General School Information
Blood Drive
Irmo Student Council is partnering with the Red Cross to host a blood drive on Tuesday, April 23rd! This is your chance to make a difference and help save lives.
Students can register here Be sure to search for Irmo High School and sign up for the April 23rd donation day.
Important Reminders: Students under 17 must complete a parent permission form and bring it on the day of the drive. All donors must bring a form of ID (driver’s license or state-issued ID).
Don’t miss this opportunity to give back! Sign up today and be a hero.
Senior Signs
Seniors who want to order a yard sign should place their order no later than April 11th! Signs will be available during Senior Decision Day on May 2nd. Click the image below to access the order form.
Prom Tickets
🎉 Attention Parents of Irmo Juniors & Seniors! 🎉
Get ready for a night under the stars! ✨ Prom 2025: A Celestial Night ✨ is happening on May 3rd at the SC State Museum! Doors open at 8 PM, and all students must be picked up by 11:15 PM.
🎟️ Tickets start at $50 in February and increase by $15 each month—so buy early! At-the-door tickets are $120. No cash payments until April. Tickets can be purchased digitally via D5 Student QuickPay.
📢 Important Reminders:
IHS Prom Permission Forms are required and can be picked up in Room 112.
Guest Forms are required for non-IHS guests (must be 20 or younger).
No outstanding Student Council fees to purchase a ticket.
Deadline for all forms: May 2nd—NO exceptions!
Tickets must be picked up by May 2nd or repurchased at the door.
Don’t miss out—secure your spot for an unforgettable night! 🌟 #IHSProm2025
Prom Chaperones Needed
Parents & Guardians! Please sign up to help chaperone prom by clicking on the image below. You must have a current volunteer form on file with Ms. Cindy Zakhar in the IHS Main Office in order to chaperone. The form will close on April 22nd.
Colorguard Auditions
Irmo Colorguard Auditions will be held on April 29th! Click here to pre-register!
Seat Time Recapture
Students who have over 10 absences in a yearlong class or over 5 absences in a semester class must recapture seat time in order to receive credit. See below for available times. Follow this link to register, or click the image below.
*Seat time fees must be paid prior to attending a recapture session.
Shop at Publix? Become a Publix Partner to help support IHS
Publix Partners makes supporting students and faculty as easy as 1, 2, 3.
1. Join Club Publix and log in to your account at publix.com.
2. In your Club Publix profile, go to Settings, select Choose Publix Partner at the bottom of the page, and select your school.
3. Enter your phone number at checkout or pay with the Publix app, and we’ll donate a portion of your purchase to your school.
Publix Partners has contributed over $41.2 million to more than 5,296 schools across the Southeast.
We have earned $500 in support incentive funds this school year! Learn more at publix.com/partners.
Alive at 25
Alive at 25 courses are available to be able to park on campus for second semester. Register your student at SCNSC.ORG/A25. By registering your child for Alive at 25, they will receive comprehensive training on safe driving practices, defensive driving techniques, and the importance of making
responsible choices behind the wheel.
Students must complete this course before they can be issued an Irmo High School Student Parking Pass.
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, 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
Athletics
Wrestling Open Mats
Irmo Wrestling will have Open Mats every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday in April from 4:00-5:30 in the Wrestling room. Please see Coach Prince if you have any questions.
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.
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