BLYTHEWOOD – Blythewood’s Joe Trapp, Jr. has announced on Facebook that he is running for a seat as a member of the Richland 2 School Board in November 2022 elections. “I am genuinely interested in finding out what concerns parents have about their children’s educational experience as well and giving everyone a chance to find […]
Arbor Day at RWA
December 9, 2021 By
WINNSBORO – Richard Winn’s Wildlife Conservation class planted a red maple tree on campus in honor of Arbor Day. The tree was funded by the Fairfield Soil & Water Conservation District. Pictured from left are: Anna Livermore, Colt Hatchell, Will Dinkins, Lawson Wade, Brian King, Austin Lancaster, Mikaela Miller, Saylor Harrell, Kitt Nicholson, Briceson Edenfeld […]
BHS observes Arbor Day
December 9, 2021 By
BLYTHEWOOD – This winter, students in Blythewood High’s Science National Honor Society will help offset the school’s paper usage by planting saplings throughout the community in partnership with the Richland Soil and Water Conservation District. “Our goal is to completely offset or surpass our school’s and our personal paper usage,” said Dr. Robin Henderson, science […]
Richland 2, Fairfield County support responsible gun ownership
December 9, 2021 By
COLUMBIA – Richland Two and Fairfield County School Districts along with several surrounding school districts signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Be SMART Program this week. The MOU will encourage responsible gun ownership and safety. Local law enforcement, Prisma Health and Medical University of South Carolina Health-Columbia are also supporting the MOU. Be […]
Fairfield Alums are True to Their School
December 2, 2021 By
WINNSBORO – As about 10 class groups gathered for the bi-annual Fairfield High School Alumni reunion on Saturday, each class tailgated under their group’s colorful tent. Alumni Association President Donald Prioleau emceed the event and DJ Pete Martin took care of the music. The weather was beautiful and everyone ate, visited and danced through the […]
Bengals Place At Top
December 2, 2021 By
On Saturday, Blythewood High School’s Drill and Rifle teams placed among the top Army JRTOC teams in the Region. The Rifle team finished the League Championship in first place overall, and the Drill team placed second in the Drill competition. The Drill team finished the meet over Ridge View, Westwood, Airport, Lower Richland, and Lugoff […]
BHS students recognized for outstanding performances
December 2, 2021 By
BLYTHEWOOD – Several Blythewood High Students are being recognized through the College Board National Recognition Program for African-Americans, Hispanics, and Small Town and Rural programs. They have earned this recognition because of their exceptional academic achievements and outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT and/or AP Exam. National Recognition awardees have a unique opportunity to connect with […]
K-12 Dive names Richland 2 District of the Year
December 2, 2021 By
COLUMBIA – Richland School District Two is receiving national recognition for its efforts to create equity of opportunity and access for all students. K-12 Dive, a publication covering education news, has named Richland Two the 2021 District of the Year for its innovation and inclusive initiatives. “Richland Two was the first school district in South […]
Jones set to graduate Clemson
December 2, 2021 By
RIDGEWAY – Amari Jones, daughter of Curtis and Aisja Jones, Thomas and Doris Jones’ granddaughter, and native of Ridgeway S.C., will graduate from Clemson University in December 2021. Jones, who attended Geiger Elementary School, Fairfield Middle School, and Fairfield Central High School, will be graduating in 3.5 years instead of the traditional four years with […]
Inductees Honored
October 28, 2021 By
During a ceremony last week, Blythewood High School inducted three alums into the school’s athletic hall of fame – Kelsey Thurston (Lacrosse, Class of 2011) represented by her father who was also her coach, Kirk Thurston; Justin Bethel (Football, Class of 2008), represented by his mother Brenda Bethel and Kelly Owens (Softball, Class of 2010)
