The Buzz
Volume 3, Edition 25, March 4, 2022
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
What's New This Week....
JROTC Presents The Colors
Last Chance to Register for the Irmo Strong 5k
Click here to register today! https://runsignup.com/Race/SC/Columbia/IrmoStrong5k
Teacher Cadets start Internships
Our Teacher Cadets have begun their internships in our local schools! These photos were taken on their First Day of School-Internships. So proud of these future educators! We appreciate these students for their dedication to learn more about the teaching field and their teacher Ms. Steiger for her wisdom and leadership.
Take Note -- Change to Delayed Wednesday Dates
Wednesday, March 23, 2022 will now be a LATE START DAY.
Thank you!
March is National Athletic Training Month!
Together we are #IrmoStrong!
Prom Info
Please note: the Ticket Request form must be completed in order to purchase tickets. Once a student's form is approved, the student will receive an email indicating s/he is clear to purchase tickets.
Revised School Calendar 2022-2023
#LexRich5Schools Board of Trustees voted to revise the 2022-23 School Calendar. The revisions include 2 changes:
Fall Break moved to Oct. 14-17, 2022.
May 30-June 1, 2023, will all be half-days for students.
Revised Calendar ➡ http://lexrich5.org/calendar
Cinderella Project
School Counseling Information
Apply to the Girls or Boys State Leadership Program
Palmetto Girls State AND Palmetto Boys State applications are now available in the School Counseling office.
Girls State Applications are due March 8th. Boys State Applications are due April 15th.
March Scholarship List
Free SAT/ACT Practice Test
Attached below is a flyer for a free practice ACT or SAT for Irmo High students on Monday, 3/14. The flyer includes a QR code that families use to register.
Parent Portal
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1JJo2GggI-qK6yP-HJurP1-HBiT62_V8oUCeXvBpX6Nk/edit
Magnet Information
Below, IB Chemistry seniors conduct research for their assessment papers.
Athletics
STATE WRESTLING CHAMPION
CONGRATULATIONS to two-time 4A State Champion Justin Hayes!
Irmo Boys Varsity Basketball -- Semi Finals
We are proud of Irmo Varsity Boys Basketball for their perseverance this season! It was a tough loss but congratulations to A.C. Flora on the win!
Athletic Director visits Ballentine Elementary School
Girls Lacrosse Wins in Double OT
Well done, Irmo Baseball
Girls Lacrosse Senior Night
IYJC Athletic Scholarship Application is Available!
All senior varsity athletes are encouraged to apply!
This year, there are three levels of scholarships: $1000, $500, and $250. The deadline for the applications is March 31st.
Girls Soccer's Season is Under Way!
Learn more about Irmo Athletics!
For information about all our sports teams, visit:
Previously Published Information:
Yearbook Info
- Students and Families are invited to submit photos for the yearbook! We are currently looking for pictures of Irmo High students at work, volunteering, traveling or participating in extracurricular activities. Share first day of school pictures, friend group pictures and other milestones. Submit pictures using this link and use access code irmo.
- You can order your 2022 yearbook online!
- Visit www.yearbookforever.com to place an ad or order.
Nominations accepted for the Irmo Athletics Hall of Fame!
Irmo High School Athletics is accepting nominations for the 2022 Irmo High School Athletic Hall of Fame! Former IHS Athletes (at least 10 years past IHS graduation) and former IHS Coaches (at least 5 years retired) may be nominated. The last day for nominations is March 11, 2022.
COVID Form For Parents/Guardians
Dear Parents/guardians:
D5 has created a new way for parents and guardians to report COVID-19 related issues directly to the school nurse via a Google Doc.
Please complete this COVID form if any of the following apply to your student:
-Your student has recently tested positive for COVID-19
-Your student is currently showing symptoms of COVID-19
-Your student has come into close contact with a positive COVID-19 case in the community
-Your student has come into close contact with a positive COVID-19 case in the household
*This form can also be accessed via Irmo High School Website here, in the Need to Know section.
Please reach out to Nurse Patricia Powell (803-476-3032/ppowell@lexrich5.org) if you have any questions or concerns.
Juniors -- ACT or SAT prep is waiting for you!
FREE SAT/ACT TEST PRACTICE TESTS
You can access full SAT and ACT practice sections and tests for free online! You can take a practice test online, or print it and take it on paper. Be sure to score your practice tests, and review all the answer explanations, even the explanations for the answers you got right!
SAT practice test: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/practice/full-length-practice-tests
ACT practice tests: https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/test-preparation.html
Practice Materials through the SAT Website: http://sat.collegeboard.org/practice/
SAT Practice through Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org/sat
SAT Prep through Chegg: https://www.chegg.com/test-prep/free-resources/sat
Practice Materials through the ACT Website: http://www.actstudent.org/testprep/
ACT Prep through ACT Academy: https://academy.act.org/
ACT Prep through Chegg: https://www.chegg.com/test-prep/free-resources/act
ACT Practice through Sophia.org: https://www.sophia.org/preparing-for-college/act-test-preparation
ACT & SAT Practice at PrepFactory: https://www.prepfactory.com
ACT & SAT Practice at USA Test Prep: http://www.usatestprep.com/
PowerScore: www.powerscore.com
Kaplan: https://www.kaptest.com/sat/free/events
Attest, LLC : www.SATPrepTeacher.com
Student Parking Information
Parking Registration for 2021 – 2022 School Year, Second Semester
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
- IHS Student Parking Application - this Google form must be completed in its entirety.
Once a student/parent has completed the parking pass registration online, a follow-up email will be sent that will approve the student if all requirements are met. At that point, students/parents will be directed to the online payment center to purchase the parking pass. Once the payment is received, the student may pick up his/her permanent parking pass from Ms. Carlsen in the Main Office.
- A student needs to have completed the “Alive@25” course (given by the National Safety Council) prior to completing the parking application for first time applicants. This course only has to be taken once. For information and registration, go to https://scnsc.org/training/alive-at-25. The cost of the course is $40.
- Students must possess a valid driver's license to be eligible to purchase a parking space.
ALL of these conditions must be met for a student to be considered for a parking spot.
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Debra Carlsen, dcarlsen@lexrich5.org, 803.476.3195. Thank you.
Revised Tardy Policy as of January 12, 2022
Being tardy means arriving late to class. Students who arrive late to class miss out on important learning opportunities and interrupt class.
When a student has tardies, these are the following consequences:
- 1-5 tardies: admin conference or 1 lunch detention
- 6-10 tardies: 2-3 lunch detentions and parent contact
- 11-15 tardies: 1/2 day ISS and/or parent conference
- 15+ tardies: full day ISS and parent conference
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.
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
January 12, 2022
March 2, 2022
March 30, 2022
May 4, 2022
May 11, 2022
May 18, 2022
May 25, 2022
June 1, 2022
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