Crossroads Middle School Academy for Innovative Learning

10/08/2026

Reminder: Late Start Day on Wednesday, October 14th!
➤ Doors open at 8:30am
➤ Instructional Day starts at 9:00am
➤ Dismissal begins at 3:15pm
➤ Car line ends at 3:30pm

10/08/2026

📅 COMING UP THIS MONTH:

🍂OCT. 12: FALL BREAK - Monday, October 12 is Fall Break. District schools and offices closed. Resource: www.lexrich5.org/calendar
🎓OCT. 15: ACADEMICALLY GIFTED MAGNET INFO NIGHT - Learn about the academically gifted magnet programs for grades 2-10 and The Escolares Pathway at this in-person event at Irmo Middle School from 5:30-6:30 PM. Resource: www.lexrich5.org/escolares
💊OCT. 27: SHATTER THE MYTH (SUBSTANCE USE) - This family event is open to all families in the district and will educate families and students of all ages on the facts about alcohol, va**ng, and drug use. Sign-up: https://tinyurl.com/STM1027
🎓OCT. 28 (IN PERSON)/OCT 29. (VIRTUAL): DUAL ENROLLMENT INFO NIGHT
Two opportunities to learn about the district’s dual enrollment options, the Associates Degree partnership with Midlands Technical College, how to apply and more! Resource: www.lexrich5.org/dualenrollment

➡️ LOOKING AHEAD:
🎓 NOV. 19: DISTRICT MAGNET FAIR (Grades 4K-12) - Speak with administrators, teachers and students about their district magnet school and magnet programs before completing the application. Resource: www.lexrich5.org/choice

10/08/2026

Reminder: Fall Break starts tomorrow! No school for students tomorrow, Friday, October 9th, and Monday, October 12th.
We hope our students have a wonderful break!

10/07/2026

Happy National Instructional Coach Appreciation Day to Mrs. Keller! Thank you for modeling lessons, problem-solving alongside our teachers, offering encouraging and energetic support, and always thinking outside the box. We're grateful for all you do to inspire and help us grow!

10/07/2026

🌟 Learning in Action Spotlight 🌟
Our 7th-grade scientists transformed their benchmark review into an engaging, friendly competition. Students began by answering questions independently, developing their own responses before any discussion. Then they collaborated with their teams to compare answers, explain their reasoning, and reach a final consensus. The best part? Watching students think for themselves, listen to different ideas, defend their reasoning, and learn from one another, all while trying to get four in a row!

10/07/2026

🏀 Interested in Irmo C Team Boys Basketball? Check the flyer for more information!

10/06/2026

Don't forget! Every Friday, FCA meets in the media center at 7:30 for its weekly meeting! If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Farr at [email protected].

10/06/2026

❤️ Red Ribbon Week 2026 ❤️
Crossroads Middle School is ready to celebrate Red Ribbon Week, October 26–30! Join the fun by dressing up each day to show your support for a healthy, drug-free, welcoming school community.

10/06/2026

📸 Picture Day is on Friday, October 23rd, 2026!

10/06/2026