Irmo Middle School has received an Education and Economic Development Act Preparing College- and Career-Ready Graduates Grant from the South Carolina Department of Education.

As an International Magnet School, Irmo Middle offers specialized courses and curricula.

The school will receive $599,864 in grant money over the next 4 years. The first-year funding cycle will begin on July 1.

The money will be used to launch Project Soar to Success. The program will be provided in an after school program and 2 summer intersessions.

The program will focus on supporting students to effectively handle challenging situations and the impact of stress. It will serve a target group of 80 students in grades 6-8.

“Being awarded this grant is monumental for the students of Irmo Middle School,” said Principal Cassy Paschal. “The opportunities that will be provided to our students through an extended school day will be able to meet their individual academic, social and emotional needs on a deeper level.”