The Gold Standard
Volume 4, Issue 14 | Week of Novemeber 2nd
Upcoming Important Dates
November 6th-8th: Irmo Theatre Company presents Much Ado About Nothing
November 11th: Irmo StuCo sponsored Blood Drive
November 13th: Dual Enrollment Information Night
Academics
ACT or SAT Choice
In spring 2026, 11th and 12th graders can take the ACT or SAT during a school day—fully funded by the state at no cost to you. By participating in one of these exams, students can meet the College Readiness Indicator for South Carolina, an important milestone recognized at graduation.
Meeting the College Readiness Indicator means:
- ACT composite score of 20+ or
- SAT total score of 1020+
For detailed directions on how to make your selection in Parent Portal, click here.
The choice form will be open until December 15, 2025.
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.
Student Activities and Fundraisers
Honors Choir Recognition
Congratulations to the following students for being selected to participate in the 2026 SC American Choral Directors Association Honor Choir: Baylie Batchelor, Jonas Dillon-Sauer, Sal Erwin, Liana Joseph, Malia Lewis, Mills Moody and Jayden Samuels. The event will take place January 23-24, 2026 at Coastal Carolina University.
StuCo Sponsored Blood Drive
Join StuCo in saving lives by donating blood on November 11th. The drive will run from 9am to 2pm in the back of the Media Center. Any student over 17 is eligible to donate. Students 17 and under must complete a parent permission form each time for donation. Students may print the form or see Mr. Coleman for a physical copy.
Escolares Student of the Week
We’re proud to celebrate our Student of the Week — a shining example of hard work, positivity, and school spirit! Each week, our teachers will highlight a student from the This Is Escolares Magnet Program who embodies excellence in learning, leadership, and character.
PE & Weightlifting
Congratulations to our PE and Weight Lifting Students of the Month for October. Taylor Dickson, BJ Taylor-Bryant, Caden Hall and Jordan Jay. You are being recognized for you excellence, hard work and positive attitudes. Keep up the great work!
Yearbook Orders
2025-2026 Yearbook and Senior Ad sales are now open!
Yearbook prices increase to $75 in January and Senior Advertisements are available until sold out.
Student Council Applications
Interested in serving Irmo High School? Do you want to join one of the largest student groups on campus? Now is your time to apply to be a member of the 2026-2027 Irmo Student Council. Applications are digital and can be found in your grade level Google Classroom. All applications are due by Nov. 2nd. Please complete these early as a teacher or staff recommendation is required. For questions see or email Mr. Coleman.
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!
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
Attendance Information
Athletics
Girls Basketball
The Irmo Girls Basketball program is looking for more players to join our team!
This is a great opportunity to:
✅ Build self-confidence
✅ Earn community service hours
✅ Be part of a strong sisterhood
If you’re interested in trying out, please see Coach Ferguson in Room 3012 or email cferguson@lexrich5.org
for more information.
Come be part of something special—we’d love to have you on the team!
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, 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 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 25-26
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.