The Buzz
Volume 3, Edition 14, December 3, 2021
Irmo High School International School for the Arts
We bring our A Game to all we do in Academics, the Arts, Athletics, Attendance and Attitude by promoting the 3 R's - being Respectful, Responsible and Reputable.
Website: https://www.lexrich5.org/IHS
Location: 6671 Saint Andrews Road, Columbia, SC, USA
Phone: (803) 476-3000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irmohighschool
Twitter: @IrmoHigh
A Message from our #ProudPrincipal, Dr. Robin Hardy
Happy Friday! Here are a few friendly reminders to our IHS families:
We do not allow outside food to be brought or delivered to campus unless it is a packed lunch from home. Student lunch is free this year, and there is something for everyone to eat.
Students are to take personal responsibility to have their Chromebooks charged before they arrive to school each day.
We communicate our expectations that students are “where they are supposed to be, when they are supposed to be, doing what they are supposed to be doing” and work to promote school safety and student voice; however, you play a very important role in our efforts. Talk with your child about his or her experiences and needs. Two-way communication means hearing from you. Share important information with us - teachers, counselors, administrators, and staff. We are here to help.
With Irmo Pride,
Dr. Robin L. Hardy
What's New This Week....
After school tutoring
NEW! After school tutoring begins Monday, December 6!
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 4pm-6pm in the media center. Free!
Teachers and students will be available to tutor in English Language Arts, math, science and social studies.
Interim Report Cards, December 7th
Interim reports will be given to students Tuesday, December 7th. Please ask your student or check Parent Portal for updated grades.
Winter Orchestra Concert in the Center for the Arts
Midterm Exam Schedule
December 14: 5B and 7B
December 15: 1A and 3A
December 16: 6B and 8B
December 17: 2A and 4A (this is a 1/2 day)
Final Exam Exemptions for Seniors
Seniors only may exempt final exams if they meet the following conditions ("final exam" = 0.5 credit courses - 1st semester / 1.0 credit courses - 2nd semester)
1. Grade of 80 or higher in the course.
2. No In-School Suspension or Out of School Suspension.
No Late Start on Wednesday, December 15 / Half day on Friday, December 17
Friday, December 17 is a half day. Students' 2A and 4A classes will meet that day. There are no buses running to The Center for Advanced Technical Studies that day. Students who normally attend classes at The Center are asked to report to the back of the media center.
Save the Date Now for the Irmo Strong 5K!
Virtual Event Dates: April 1- April 17
Packet Pick Up Event: March 30
MAP testing for 9th (and some 10th) graders started this week and continues into next week
Starting Thursday and lasting through next week, 9th graders throughout the District will take MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) tests in Reading and Mathematics. The MAP test is administered three times over the course of the year to measure each student’s individual growth in these areas.
Please remind your student to charge his or her Chromebook, get a good night’s rest, and eat a nutritious breakfast. These suggestions help your student bring his or her "A Game" to academics every day! #ThisIsIRMO
Test Prep Sessions at IHS
School Counseling Information
Military and College Visits:
US Air Force: Monday, December 6th at 11:30am, sign up here https://bit.ly/3G8hItt
The Savannah College of Arts & Design (SCAD): Tuesday, December 7 at 11:30am, sign up here https://bit.ly/2ZLYo60
US Army: Wednesday, December 8th, 2021 during lunches in cafeteria
Midlands Tech: Thursday, December 9th, 2021 during lunches in cafeteria
Virtual SC Fall Courses: Final Exam information
If you are enrolled in a Virtual SC Fall Course, your Final Exam will be held on Wednesday, December 8th at 8:00 in the media center. Please make sure you bring your ID and Chromebook!
If you have any questions, please see Ms. Jacobs in the School Counseling office.
PSAT/NMSQT Score Release
Students who took the PSAT/NMSQT in October 2021 will have access to scores beginning on December 6th. When scores are readily available online, students will get an email with instructions on creating a College Board account, going to their online score report, and using their access code to view scores. From the account, students can also print the online score report by clicking the Download Your Score Report button.
PSAT/NMSQT
10th & 11th Graders
PSAT 8/9
9th Graders
Interested in becoming a veterinarian?
If so, the University of Georgia is offering a VetCAMP 2022 for students wanting to become a Veterinarian. The application will be available on their website (http://vet.uga.edu/academic/vetcamp) beginning December 6, 2021.
The deadline for all application materials is January 24, 2022. The camp is scheduled for June 12-17, 2022. Financial assistance is available to students with demonstrated need. For more information regarding scholarship opportunities, please contact vetcamp@uga.edu once the application period has opened.
Magnet Information
Application to 9th grade IHS This Is Escolares opens Monday, December 6
Questions about the Escolares course of study or application process? Please email or call our Magnet Lead Teacher Sarah Ostergaard at sostergaard@lexrich5.org or 803-476-3091.
Learn more about our International Baccalaureate students in the November IB newsletter
Are you curious to learn more about our International Baccalaureate ("IB") student activities? You are invited to read the November newsletter and see some of our student initiatives! Irmo High School's IB students are actively engaged in many meaningful activities, from JROTC to clubs to sports and everything in between.
Read the newsletter here: https://www.smore.com/rfxqg
Highlights:
-- IB students sign to play sports in college
-- IB students volunteer to collect items for those in need
-- IB students ran tables for their clubs at the club fair
-- IB students do outreach to middle school and magnet fair
-- IB students participate in marching band
-- IB students can take classes at The Center
-- IB students are involved in integrated courses that instill the love of lifelong learning
Flashback to Summer Senior Spirit Week!
IB Chemistry Lab!
IB English HL!
Athletics
Winter Sports Athletic Pass
IHS Students Only:
Would you like to purchase a Winter Sports Athletic Pass for only $20.00?
The pass will give you admission to all of the basketball games and wrestling matches at no additional charge.
The sticker must be placed on your school ID to be valid.
You may purchase the pass any time at the Athletic Office which is located behind the goalpost on the football field.
CASH ONLY $20.00
The deadline to purchase a pass will be December 17th.
Congratulations to Nick Emmanwori (Football)
Nick committed to play for Coach Shane Beamer at the University of South Carolina over the summer as the seventh-ranked prospect in the state by 247Sports Composite. Read more about Nick here.
Boys Basketball v. Lexington at home
Congratulations to Boys Basketball on the win!
Winter Season Passes for Students
The pass will give you admission to all of the basketball games and wrestling matches at no additional charge.
The sticker must be placed on your school ID to be valid.
You may purchase the pass any time at the Athletic Office which is located behind the goalpost on the football field.
CASH ONLY $20.00
Volleyball
Previously Published Information:
Holiday Donation Drive for FBLA
Members of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) are asking everyone purchase a hoodie or sweat pants of any size and any color to be donated to a student in need during the holidays. Please drop off your hoodie or sweat pants to Main Office or the Attendance Office by December 10th. All donations will be delivered to our social worker to be given to our students in need.
Thank you for your donation.
2022 IHS College Entrance Assessments for Third Year Students
During March 2022, all students in their third year of high school have the opportunity to take the ACT® or the SAT® during the school day. There is no cost to families because this test administration is being funded by the state of South Carolina.
- The SAT will be administered Wednesday, March 2 (A Day) from 8:30 am - 1:30 pm.
- The ACT will be administered Tuesday, March 8 (A Day) from 8:30 am - 1:30 pm.
Students / Families, please complete the following Google selection form by Monday, November 29, to make your selection: IHS College Entrance Assessments for Third Year Students
For information about the two tests, please refer to this video. You also may visit the IHS School Counseling website.
If you have questions regarding the submission of the form, please contact Mrs. Katie Manning at kmanning@lexrich5.org. Should you need advisement on making a test selection for your student, please contact School Counseling at 803.476.3211.
In-Person PSAT / SAT / ACT test prep after school (free)
We appreciate our teachers who are also PSAT / SAT / ACT coaches!
Teachers Ms. Dukes and Mr. Bennett offer in-person coaching sessions in their classrooms after school and news/tips about the tests in our school's testing-info Google Classroom. Want some weekly practice and updates? Be sure to join the testing-info Google Classroom, from your student email address, using code gmwkzmg.
Important Information from our Attendance Office
Parents/guardians are asked to email Ms. Menger at emenger@lexrich5.org.
The attendance office opens at 7AM and closes promptly at 3:15 every day. For more information about our attendance procedures, please visit our website here.
Chromebook Support - The Tech Nest is here to help!
Students, need a Chromebook repaired? Come to the Tech Nest in the Media Center between 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm Monday through Thursday.
Online Lunch Application is Needed to Receive Other Benefits
Breakfast and lunch for students will be provided at no cost during the 2021–2022 school year.
Eligible families are encouraged, however, to complete the online meal applications for the 2021–2022 school year, which determines eligibility for other benefits, including P-EBT funding, scholarships, reduction in school fees, camp fees waived or reduced, ACT/SAT fees waived or reduced, etc. Families may complete the online meal applications at www.lunchapplication.com.
Student Parking Information
All students are required to take the Alive at 25 class in order to receive a parking pass at IHS. Also, all school debt must be resolved; including school fees, library, IDs or textbook. The bookkeeper will verify that debts have been satisfied.
Please click this link to be directed to information on the IHS website regarding Alive at 25 classes and the online parking pass application. You can also access this information under the resources tab on the IHS homepage. Purchased parking passes can be picked from Ms. Carlsen in the Main Office.
Should you have any questions, please contact Ms. Carlsen at (803) 476-3195 or dcarlsen@lexrich5.org.
Wednesday mornings - Late Start
On Wednesdays, classes start one hour later to allow for teachers to participate in professional development. The first bell rings at 9:10 am and classes begin at 9:20 am. The morning CATE Bus leaves the IHS bus loop at 9:05am on Late Start Wednesdays.
Bell Schedules are on our website: https://www.lexrich5.org/IHS , Our School tab, Bell Schedules page.
Mark your calendars for the NO Late Start Days for this school year:
October 13, 2021
December 15, 2021
March 2, 2022
March 23, 2022
May 4, 2022
May 11, 2022
May 18, 2022
May 25, 2022
June 1, 2022
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