See You Next Year Navigators!
Have a great winter break.
Dear Navigator families,
2024 has been an amazing year! We have so much to celebrate as a school community. We have wonderful students, supportive parents, and and incredible teachers and staff who work together to build the future. As we settle in for a couple weeks during winter break, please take this time to celebrate the outstanding moments of 2024.
On behalf of everyone at River Springs Elementary, best wishes for a great holiday season and a happy and healthy 2025. We hope you have the opportunity to relax, recharge, and reconnect with your friends and family and enjoy this break in the academic calendar.
Happy holidays,
Mr. Matt Gams, RSES Principal
We look forward to seeing our students back on campus on Wednesday, January 8th.
At a Glance...
DECEMBER
19: 🎵 Winter Strings and Chorus Performance, 6-7:00pm
20: Spirit Week: PJ and Snow Day
23: ❄️ Winter Break begins
JANUARY
8: Students return to school
16: District 5 Elementary School Magnet Fair, 5-6:30pm
16: Early Release @11:40am
20: Martin Luther King Holiday, schools closed
A Message From School District Five
In May 2024, the South Carolina Legislature passed Proviso 1.103, entitled Anti-Bullying/School Safety. As a part of this Proviso, to receive state funds allocated for State Aid to Classrooms, all school districts in South Carolina shall implement a policy by January 1, 2025, that prohibits access to personal electronic communication devices by students during the instructional day. For purposes of this Proviso, a personal electronic communication device is considered to be a device not authorized for classroom use by a student, utilized to access the internet, wi-fi, or cellular telephone signals.
On October 28, 2024, School District Five of Lexington/Richland Counties Board of Trustees approved the adoption of Policy JICJ - Personal Electronic Device During the School Day. This Policy states that no personal wireless communication device or device accessory connected to a wireless communication device will be used from the morning tardy bell until afternoon dismissal, which is the conclusion of the instructional day.
However, as with many policies, exceptions are made under specific circumstances. Exceptions are made for emergency situations as determined by the school district; and for students that require personal electronic devices for purposes of their individualized education program (IEP), Medical Plan, or 504 Plan. This Policy does not apply to school buses, field trips, or athletic events.
Parents are asked to remind their child(ren) that the expectation for all students is that personal electronic devices and their accessories are to be silenced and stored away from the morning tardy bell until afternoon dismissal, during the change of classes, and during the lunch period. If the student is seen with a device or device accessory that violates Board Policy JICJ, the student will be asked to silence and store the device away.
In the rare instance when a student refuses to comply, the student will be subject to progressive discipline as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct Handbook under “Refusal to Obey” (1.270 or 2.270). Any student who uses a personal electronic device to record and/or distribute inappropriate or disruptive content of other students while on school grounds is subject to disciplinary actions.
It is the District’s hope that parents/guardians will partner with their students’ schools to ensure that all students are aware of the expectations in the District Policy and State Law (effective January 1, 2025). Schools will continue to reiterate these changes via newsletters, websites, and social media.
Thank you for your continued support of the students, staff, and schools of School District Five and for your partnership in providing a safe and productive teaching and learning environment for all.
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2025-2026 School Calendar
The District 5 Board of Trustees approved the 2025-2026 Year-Round Modified Academic Calendar. The calendar has school beginning for students on August 7, 2024 and ending on May 22, 2025. Visit http://lexrich5.org/calendar to view all calendars.
New Door Buzzers
We have installed door buzzers on all exterior doors for added security. Please note that if a door is held open for an extended duration, a buzzer will sound as a reminder to close it. Thank you for your cooperation!
Elementary Magnet Fair
A second Magnet Fair will be held January 16, 2025 at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. It will feature all 8 of the elementary magnet schools and programs.
During the events, participants will be able to learn about each magnet school and programs in the district, and talk with representatives from each school.
The Magnet and Choice Application is now open! Learn more at www.lexrich5.org/choice to explore the educational opportunities.
Connect with RSES
Website: www.lexrich5.org/rses
Location: 115 Connie Wright Road, Irmo, SC 29063, USA
Phone: 803-476-4400
Facebook: facebook.com/RiverSpringsElementary
Twitter: @riverspringsng