August 24, 2026 - Call to Order (6 PM), Welcoming, Invocation, Pledge & School Board Spotlight

The LexRich5 Board meeting opened on August 24, 2026, with an invocation and pledge, followed by a school board spotlight recognizing student visual arts honorees from Harbison West Elementary, Irmo Middle/Spring Hill High, and Irmo High. The district also highlighted students participating in an associate degree pathway program with Midlands Technical College, which allows students to earn an associate degree while in high school.

The board received updates on ribbon-cutting events for new wings at Irmo High School, Chapin Elementary, and Lake Murray Elementary. These capital projects were mentioned as completed celebrations, but the transcript contains no contract awards, spending decisions, procurement actions, or votes related to purchasing.