Don't forget that the Mini Soccer Field Grand Opening is tomorrow from 5:30-7:30.
Mark your calendars for a day of family fun!
Congratulations to Mrs. Tammy Anderson, the 2026 Irwin County School District Teacher of the Year!
Tonight, ICSS also proudly recognized the 2025–2026 Teachers of the Year from each school:
✨ Rebecca Pylant – Irwin County Elementary School
✨ Tammy Anderson – Irwin County Middle School
✨ Jana Griner – Irwin County High School
We are so proud of these outstanding educators and the impact they make every day.
Congratulations to all of our Teachers of the Year! #WeAreIrwin
Tonight, ICSS also proudly recognized the 2025–2026 Teachers of the Year from each school:
✨ Rebecca Pylant – Irwin County Elementary School
✨ Tammy Anderson – Irwin County Middle School
✨ Jana Griner – Irwin County High School
We are so proud of these outstanding educators and the impact they make every day.
Congratulations to all of our Teachers of the Year! #WeAreIrwin
Congratulations to Jayden Paulk, 8th-grade Physical Science teacher at ICMS! She is a proud recipient of the Bright Ideas Grant from Irwin EMC. She plans to use these funds to help bring science to life for her students by purchasing new equipment for hands-on experiments.
Mrs. Faulk’s 8th-grade ELA students kicked off their new horror unit in a chilling way—reading The Tell-Tale Heart by flashlight! The eerie atmosphere set the perfect stage for diving into suspense, tone, and mood while making literature come alive in the classroom.
Hope you can join us tomorrow night! Go Indians!!!
#WeAreIrwin
#WeAreIrwin
Students in Mrs. Edgar's classroom worked on Unit 3- Measurement today. Students measured gummy worms by stretching the gummy worm to compare the difference in lengths . They had so much fun exploring measurement and using the new additions to their math boxes, a ruler!
ICHS Alumni Spotlight – Amy Gamble Richardson, Class of 2006
After graduating from Irwin County High School in 2006, Amy Gamble Richardson went on to earn both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from Augusta University’s James M. Hull College of Business.
Her professional career began in higher education, where she served as the Business Engagement Coordinator for the Hull College of Business. In that role, Amy built meaningful connections between the university and the business community, fostering partnerships that benefited students and local enterprises alike.
In 2020, Amy embraced entrepreneurship, founding Richardson Professional Solutions, an Augusta-based company that serves small businesses, non-profits, and family estates across the country. With a team of ten professionals, her company manages critical back-office operations so clients can focus on their core missions.
Amy holds certifications as a Project Management Professional (PMP), QuickBooks Online Pro Advisor, and Notary Public in Georgia. She remains deeply committed to her community, serving on multiple boards and leadership committees. She completed the Leadership Columbia County Class of 2022, was named the 2025 Outstanding Young Alumni for the Hull College of Business, and will soon begin her role as President of the Augusta University Summerville Alumni Society. She also shares her expertise as a frequent speaker and guest lecturer at local universities and leadership programs.
When reflecting on her time in Irwin County Schools, Amy notes that Mrs. (Underwood) Rankin, Ms. Davis, and Mrs. Englemann were especially impactful teachers who encouraged her to think critically, work hard, and always strive for excellence. Their guidance and belief in her abilities left a lasting impression that continues to influence her professional and personal life.
Amy’s journey reflects a deep commitment to excellence, service, and empowering others through business and education—values that trace back to her roots in Irwin County.
After graduating from Irwin County High School in 2006, Amy Gamble Richardson went on to earn both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from Augusta University’s James M. Hull College of Business.
Her professional career began in higher education, where she served as the Business Engagement Coordinator for the Hull College of Business. In that role, Amy built meaningful connections between the university and the business community, fostering partnerships that benefited students and local enterprises alike.
In 2020, Amy embraced entrepreneurship, founding Richardson Professional Solutions, an Augusta-based company that serves small businesses, non-profits, and family estates across the country. With a team of ten professionals, her company manages critical back-office operations so clients can focus on their core missions.
Amy holds certifications as a Project Management Professional (PMP), QuickBooks Online Pro Advisor, and Notary Public in Georgia. She remains deeply committed to her community, serving on multiple boards and leadership committees. She completed the Leadership Columbia County Class of 2022, was named the 2025 Outstanding Young Alumni for the Hull College of Business, and will soon begin her role as President of the Augusta University Summerville Alumni Society. She also shares her expertise as a frequent speaker and guest lecturer at local universities and leadership programs.
When reflecting on her time in Irwin County Schools, Amy notes that Mrs. (Underwood) Rankin, Ms. Davis, and Mrs. Englemann were especially impactful teachers who encouraged her to think critically, work hard, and always strive for excellence. Their guidance and belief in her abilities left a lasting impression that continues to influence her professional and personal life.
Amy’s journey reflects a deep commitment to excellence, service, and empowering others through business and education—values that trace back to her roots in Irwin County.
Mini Soccer Field Grand Opening- Oct 7, 2025 (5:30-7:30)
Today, 8th grade science students participated in a lab that had students prove their knowledge of physical and chemical properties and changes. Students mixed phenol red with various
substances like sugar, baking soda, and calcium chloride and recorded their observations. In the end, students wrote a summary showing the indicators they saw of physical and chemical changes.
substances like sugar, baking soda, and calcium chloride and recorded their observations. In the end, students wrote a summary showing the indicators they saw of physical and chemical changes.
ICES Parents of Students in Grades K-3
Irwin County High School is proud to announce a 93.2% graduation rate!
This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our students, staff, families, and community working together to support success. We are so proud of our graduates and look forward to continuing the tradition of excellence in Irwin County Schools!
This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our students, staff, families, and community working together to support success. We are so proud of our graduates and look forward to continuing the tradition of excellence in Irwin County Schools!
Come support the Irwin County Choir and the Middle School Bands tonight for their concert of Autumn Harmonies. Concert starts at 7 PM in the ICHS Auditorium.
Ms. Hamby’s ECE 1 class created Brain Hats to demonstrate the functions of each lobe and used Play-Doh to build and label the anatomy of a neuron.
As part of the Better Brains for Babies lesson, students also learned about the significance of early brain development and its impact on the prenatal fetus. They discovered that activities such as reading aloud, playing music, dancing, and singing are all ways an expectant mother can help stimulate fetal brain development.
As part of the Better Brains for Babies lesson, students also learned about the significance of early brain development and its impact on the prenatal fetus. They discovered that activities such as reading aloud, playing music, dancing, and singing are all ways an expectant mother can help stimulate fetal brain development.
Picture retakes for 6th-11th grades will be Sept. 29. Details are below.
Irwin County Elementary School recognized the Students of the Month for August today. These students are "respectful, responsible, and ready to learn," and their teachers are very proud of them!
Students at Irwin County Elementary School always enjoy attending Music class with Mrs. Dee Hodnett. Mrs. Hodnett designs fun activities and ties music in with other subjects as well.
Mr. Rathgeber's second grade class is pictured learning about rhythms. They played Don't Break the Ice to identify rhythms and they each created their own quarter note, quarter rest & pair of eighth notes out of pipe cleaners.
Ms. Mitchell's first grade class learned about Tempo. Presto means fast so they ran around the carpet, then the music changed to Largo - slow- and they had to move slowly around the carpet. They also learned 3 more tempos: Adagio, Moderato, & Allegro, and they used race cars to demonstrate the tempo.
Mr. Rathgeber's students and Ms. Mitchell's students had a great time in music last week!
Mr. Rathgeber's second grade class is pictured learning about rhythms. They played Don't Break the Ice to identify rhythms and they each created their own quarter note, quarter rest & pair of eighth notes out of pipe cleaners.
Ms. Mitchell's first grade class learned about Tempo. Presto means fast so they ran around the carpet, then the music changed to Largo - slow- and they had to move slowly around the carpet. They also learned 3 more tempos: Adagio, Moderato, & Allegro, and they used race cars to demonstrate the tempo.
Mr. Rathgeber's students and Ms. Mitchell's students had a great time in music last week!
Being at school each day is one of the most important steps to success. When students miss school, they miss valuable learning and opportunities to grow.
Let’s work together to build great habits—because showing up every day helps our students shine brighter! 🌞📚✏️
#AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts #WeAreIrwin
Congratulations ICMS & ICHS!
ICES staff and students would like to recognize our Chiefs of the Week:
Mrs. Amelia Edwards is being recognized for her willingness to get out of her comfort zone and lead the second-grade team. She has been essential in completing the math pacing guides. She has worked diligently to understand Inspire and how the resources can enhance teachers' instructional capacity in delivering content.
Mrs. Niecey Mack is being recognized for her willingness to "risk it all" by standing in the line of fire to promote safety at our school. Mrs. Niecey is always visible and vigilant in her tasks of ensuring that ICES is a pleasant environment for all students and staff.
Mr. Tim Collins is being recognized for serving our team so well when discipline challenges arise. He handles students with care and empathy. He sees beyond the behavior and tries to get to the core of what the child is feeling, so we can address all of their needs.
Please help us celebrate these individuals!!!
Mrs. Amelia Edwards is being recognized for her willingness to get out of her comfort zone and lead the second-grade team. She has been essential in completing the math pacing guides. She has worked diligently to understand Inspire and how the resources can enhance teachers' instructional capacity in delivering content.
Mrs. Niecey Mack is being recognized for her willingness to "risk it all" by standing in the line of fire to promote safety at our school. Mrs. Niecey is always visible and vigilant in her tasks of ensuring that ICES is a pleasant environment for all students and staff.
Mr. Tim Collins is being recognized for serving our team so well when discipline challenges arise. He handles students with care and empathy. He sees beyond the behavior and tries to get to the core of what the child is feeling, so we can address all of their needs.
Please help us celebrate these individuals!!!
