Scott Compton has been on administrative leave since December after he stomped on an American flag during three classroom lessons.
Board Chairman Robert Gantt says Kim Murphy is not a resident of Richland County — the county she represents on the board.
Scott Compton, a 7-year teacher at Chapin High, is facing termination of employment after he stomped on the American flag during classroom lessons in December.
The new school would hold nearly 800 seventh- and eighth-grade students, and would be located near the Spring Hill High School site in Chapin.
Lexington-Richland 5's board will meet in executive session at 5:30 to discuss selected employment items, an employee grievance request and more at Chapin High School.
Students interested in joining magnet programs at Leaphart, Harbison West elementary schools should apply by Feb. 11.
Beginning Jan. 28, parents can register their child for 5-year-old kindergarten.
An English teacher at Chapin High School has been removed from the classroom after stomping on the American flag.
Eleven students from the Irmo-Seven Oaks area graduated from Clemson University on Dec. 20.
Annual promotion lets BI-LO customers earn free tix by using by using their BonusCards.
Safely thaw, prep and store food to avoid illness at Christmastime.
The National Rifle Association said the "multi-faceted program will be developed by the very best experts in their fields."
School officials in the Midlands, and across the country assure parents and the public that schools are safe.
Byrnes High and USC standout will forego remaining eligibility for a shot at the pros.
A look at what's happening in Lexington-Richland 5 schools.
Eleventh grader was chosen by the Commandant of the Cadet Officer Leadership School of South Carolina to participate in leadership officer course in Singapore.
The deadline for nominations for the gifted and talented summer arts program is Jan. 14.
Leaphart Elementary held its annual Family Literacy Night, which included fun activities, games, reading and more.
Nine elementary, middle and high schools participated in the effort that's part of the American Red Cross “Holiday Mail for Heroes" program, which is sponsored by Pitney Bowes.
The football game kicks off at 3 p.m. at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia.
A look at what's happening at Nursery Road Elementary School.
Justin McKie, son of former USC basketball player BJ McKie, will play with the Gamecocks next year.
Tickets to Clemson/USC game still available from StubHub.
Class 3A state champions Chapin High earned a fifth consecutive title.
Gilreath was announced as this year's winner at an award ceremony on Nov. 8 at The Citadel.
Creig Tyler, former Lexington High School principal, will serve as interim principal at Irmo High School.
Twelve First Lego League teams from across the state competed in the Robot Games held at Leaphart Elementary School.
The overall absolute rating for 2012 was "excellent," according to figures released Tuesday by the S.C. Department of Education
The regular board meeting has been rescheduled for 7 p.m. Nov. 19.
Both Irmo and Dutch Fork high schools defeated their opponents in the first round of Class 4A football.
Students at Nursery Road Elementary School participated in a mock election and Thanksgiving activity.
The Champions of the Environment commercial will air on local television stations in Columbia and Charleston during the 2012-2013 school year.
The ballots are in and voters elected Jondy Loveless, Beth Burn Watson and Robert Gantt to the Lexington-Richland 5 school board.
The Honor Choir, which began in 1998, promotes choral singing at the elementary level.
Chapin lost at home to Greenville; Irmo, Dutch Fork head to playoffs.
The Silver Foxes will take on Mauldin High School Saturday for the state 4A title.
The Pride of the Midlands win state band title — a first since 1986.
We want to see your homecoming photos of the dresses, suits, game and more!
Two staff members were recently recognized and Porkchop Productions visits with fifth-grade students.
The University of South Carolina will host a “Happy Birthday and Get Well Marcus” event Monday, Oct. 29 at 5 p.m. on the Horseshoe.